Famous hairdresser Trevor Sorbie, who rose to fame with the creation of the wedge cut, died at the age of 75.

The award-winning Scottish stylist revealed in October that he had weeks to live after bowel cancer spread to his liver.

Over the years, she has styled the hair of many stars, including Dame Helen Mirren and the Beach Boys.

He also set up a charity that provides advice to patients and NHS staff on wig styling, hair loss and post-treatment regrowth.

In a statement shared on the hair salon’s Instagram account, it was said: “We share with our hearts the passing of our valued founder, Trevor Sorbie MBE.”

“Trevor passed away peacefully with his family and beloved dog by his side.

“Marked by unparalleled creativity and kindness, Trevor’s journey has left an indelible mark on the hairdressing world and beyond.”

Sorbie, who was born in Paisley, Renfrewshire, revealed on ITV’s This Morning last month that he was first diagnosed with bowel cancer after going to hospital one night because he had lost too much blood.

The stylist said the cancer had spread to his liver and he had to have a 6.5-hour surgery to remove parts of it, but because it was too close to a major blood vessel, his surgeon wouldn’t do any more surgery.

Sorbie opened his first salon in Covent Garden, London, in 1979, and his company continues to open branches in Brighton, Bristol, Hampstead, Manchester and Richmond.

His team added in a statement that Sorbie’s “vision set new standards and continues to inspire generations.”

“As we commemorate 45 years of Trevor Sorbie salons, we are committed to continuing the passion, artistry and commitment he embodied,” he added.

“Trevor often reminded us to ‘be bold, be different, but do things with pleasure.’ His kindness, care and sense of excellence continue to guide us.

“He expressed great pride in our team and confidence in our commitment to carrying his legacy forward.”

During her career, the stylist founded the charity My New Hair to “provide advice to the public and support a national network of independent salons and professionals providing wig styling services to people suffering from cancer and medical hair loss”.

His team said they would honor Sorbie’s wishes for no funeral service, and in lieu of flowers they invited people to support four charities “close to his heart” – Marie Curie, Cancer Research UK, Rowans Hospice and My New Hair. .

A special event will be held next year to “celebrate his extraordinary life and contributions.”

Sorbie became an MBE in 2004.

He is also a four-time British Hairdresser of the Year, having helped transform the hairdressing world with trend-setting styles such as the scrunch and wolf.

She also created a popular hair care brand bearing her name.

Among those who paid tribute to Sorbie was TV presenter Lizzie Cundy, who said she was “absolutely heartbroken” by the news.

She described him as “a gentleman and a lot of fun”, recalling filming a number of shows with him over the years.

“Thank you for the laughs. My thoughts and prayers are with Trevor’s family at this very sad time. Rest in peace dear Trevor,” he said in a post on X.