Lulu has shared a touching tribute to her former husband, John Frieda, following his death last week, along with their final picture together taken just months before he passed away.
The hairstylist, known for working with stars including Princess Diana and Joanna Lumley, died peacefully surrounded by his family at the age of 75. The Scottish singer, 78, and John were pictured together in June, and she has now posted the image of the former couple with their arms around one another.
Tribute and messages of support
Taking to Instagram, Lulu wrote: "Our last photo together in June 2026. A lifetime of memories. Rip Johnny." Her post, liked thousands of times, quickly drew supportive messages from celebrities.
Gabby Logan commented: "Sending you loads of love," while David Furnish responded with a praying and red heart emoji. Gary Kemp added: "Lots of love to you," and Bebe Buell wrote: "My deepest condolences to you, dearest Lulu! With all my love, Bebe."
A marriage and a difficult split
Lulu and John were married for more than a decade, but their relationship ended amid a difficult split as his business began generating millions in revenue. They married in 1977 at Hampstead Register Office in London, with Elton John, Ringo Starr, and Tom Jones among the guests. Their son, Jordan, was born 12 months later. It was Lulu's second marriage, following her earlier wedding to Bee Gees legend Maurice Gibb.
After styling sessions with icons including Princess Diana and Joanna Lumley, John built his own haircare empire. Lulu later said they were "just children" when they became involved, recalling that John told her: "We're not getting along, we've nothing in common. We never did have anything in common. I know exactly where I'm going and I know exactly what I want in my life. I want out."
Reflecting years later, she said: "I think John left me in 1988 when I lost the baby. I was in denial of my marriage going wrong. I didn't see us drifting apart. I always thought there would be signs. Perhaps there were. I just didn't see them."
Financial entanglements and lasting admiration
During the split, the couple had to untangle their finances just as his product line was generating substantial revenue. Lulu said: "John had always looked after the money side of things. I was happy to hand all that responsibility over to him." She added: "His product range was on the verge of huge success, but potential is something that is difficult to quantify on a balance sheet, let along a divorce settlement. Afterwards, many of my friends felt as though I should have had a stake in John's business from the beginning. John never offered and I didn't press him."
John remained private about the breakdown but insisted he had nothing but admiration for Lulu, saying: "She is an incredible person. And if I'd not been uptight, paranoid, not wanting to be 'Mr. Lulu'... But I was a young guy. Whatever happened, whatever the reasons, you never stop loving that person. You may be angry, you may be worried about things, you may feel something happened that you didn't like. But you have not left that person. I never stopped loving her. She's the mother of my son. She's a great person."
Family and brand statements
In a statement last week, his brand said: "It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that our dear John passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family. John was more than a mentor to us; he was a true icon of the hair industry. He was the person who taught us everything, believed in us, and made us better. His talent and passion touched so many, and his legacy will live on in every single one of us. We will continue to do him proud. Our thoughts are with John’s family and everyone who loved him. Rest in peace, John. You will be forever in our hearts."
His stepdaughter Asia added: "Sadly , my J has passed away. Today we lost the best man to ever exist. I share this because I know he touched the lives of so many."
