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Charlie Miller, OBE, 1945
The saddest news has been announced in Edinburgh that the fabulous city hairdresser, Charlie Miller, has died aged 80.
He was a self-made businessman, and there are several hair salons in the city bearing his name, and which are now managed by his two sons Jason and Josh. The business celebrated its 50th anniversary just a few years ago, testament to the foundations on which it was built.
Sadly, Charlie had been ill for some years with Alzheimer's, having first been diagnosed in 2015. He died in the Queen's Manor Care Home surrounded by his family and of course his childhood sweetheart, Janet.
Josh and Jason who are Managing Directors in the business said: 'We're heartbroken to share the news of our dad's passing. Charlie was so much more than the name above the door – he was a force of creativity, integrity, and love. He built something truly special: not just a business, but a family. We're proud to be his sons, and to carry forward the legacy he began.'
Charlie and his hairdressing became world renowned and he was inducted into the AIPP Hall of Fame in 2022. Association Internationale Presse Professionnelle Coiffure, recognised his contribution to hairdressing with their highest honour.
Charlie's kindness, humility, and genuine love for people defined both his personal and professional life. He touched the lives of so many – from his loyal clients and trusted colleagues to the wider creative community.
He is survived by his devoted wife Janet, sons Jason and Josh, daughter-in-law India, four grandchildren, his sister Helen and extended family.
It is especially sad that he died in the same year as his great friend, Sir Tom Farmer. The two businessmen went to the North Pole some time back. Charlie said: 'I went to the North Pole with Sir Tom Farmer – one of my famous friends! – I cut his hair there for charity in 2010. When he asked me I had to think about it for about half an hour and then I said I would do it as long as it raised money for Teenage Cancer Trust. I had to cut his hair really quickly! I had a hat on but he was feeling the cold. I have known Tom for ages. He is an amazing man.'
And just like Sir Tom Farmer Charlie Miller was an exceptional man with more than a few stories to tell.
But we are very glad that he met with us in 2016 to tell us a story about Sir Tom and their great friendship – and that we captured him on camera which you can see below.
The mystery of a Trevor Yerbury portrait of Charlie was one which tickled him very much.
The Edinburgh Reporter offers sincere condolences to Janet, Jason, Josh, india and all the family.
Charlie with sons Josh (left) and Jason, receiving his prestigious AIPP award
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