Trevor Sorbie, celebrated for his revolutionary wedge haircut popularized by Olympic figure skater Dorothy Hamill, has passed away at the age of 75. Known for his creative approach to hairstyling, Sorbie's legacy will endure through the transformative trend he catalyzed in the 1970s and beyond.
Trevor Sorbie, Iconic Hairstylist Behind Classic Wedge Cut, Passes Away at 75
Trevor Sorbie, Iconic Hairstylist Behind Classic Wedge Cut, Passes Away at 75
Innovative hair artist known for shaping styles embraced by celebrities and the masses dies at home in England.
Trevor Sorbie, a renowned hairstylist responsible for the iconic “wedge” haircut popularized by Olympic champion Dorothy Hamill, has died at his Fareham, England home at the age of 75. His passing was confirmed by Bree Davie, the chief executive of his eponymous brand, following his diagnosis of bowel cancer that had metastasized to his liver.
Sorbie’s career spanned decades, with his unique scrunch drying technique gaining prominence during the 1980s. The wedge haircut, first created in 1974, became emblematic of a generation, particularly during the height of Hamill's fame after her stunning performances in the 1976 Olympics. This fresh style featured shorter hair in the back with elongated layers framing the face, which Sorbie accidentally designed while preparing a model for a show in Paris.
The wedge haircut not only graced the heads of countless women but also captured the imagination of the fashion world, even receiving a feature in Vogue magazine. "The wedge captured the spirit of the time and was flaunted in nightclubs around the world,” Sorbie reflected on his salon’s website, recognizing the social impact hairstyles can carry.
Beyond mere aesthetics, Sorbie understood hair as a cultural expression capable of reflecting societal moods and movements. He pushed creative boundaries, leaving an indelible mark on the hairstyling profession and inspiring future stylists to embrace innovation.
Sorbie’s career spanned decades, with his unique scrunch drying technique gaining prominence during the 1980s. The wedge haircut, first created in 1974, became emblematic of a generation, particularly during the height of Hamill's fame after her stunning performances in the 1976 Olympics. This fresh style featured shorter hair in the back with elongated layers framing the face, which Sorbie accidentally designed while preparing a model for a show in Paris.
The wedge haircut not only graced the heads of countless women but also captured the imagination of the fashion world, even receiving a feature in Vogue magazine. "The wedge captured the spirit of the time and was flaunted in nightclubs around the world,” Sorbie reflected on his salon’s website, recognizing the social impact hairstyles can carry.
Beyond mere aesthetics, Sorbie understood hair as a cultural expression capable of reflecting societal moods and movements. He pushed creative boundaries, leaving an indelible mark on the hairstyling profession and inspiring future stylists to embrace innovation.
