Hairdresser David Charlton dies at 69

David Charlton. Image: Instagram/@davidsalonph

David Charlton, the founder of the beauty salon chain David’s Salon, has died at the age of 69, the salon’s management confirmed on its social media pages.

“The whole family of David’s Salon mourns the passing of our founder. His love and generosity will forever be remembered,” read the obituary shared on Tuesday, Oct. 29.

Further details on his death including the cause of death were not immediately disclosed.

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Charlton, who was born in England from a family of hairdressers, started working in a salon when he was just 16. In 1978, Charlton flew to the Philippines where he worked at a salon that later became his own.

Having the desire to “share his expertise to more Filipinos” at a customer-friendly price, Charlton launched David’s Salon which has since expanded in several locations in the country.

Charlton worked with a lot of Filipino celebrities including beauty queen Bea Rose Santiago, who paid tribute to the late hairdresser via Instagram.

“Thank you for choosing me, Mr David! Loved being your Brand Endorser!” she said. “Will miss you dearly. I loved joking around with you! You made work so much better! Thank you.”

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TV host Christine Bersola also expressed grief, lamenting Charlton’s sudden passing.

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Charlton’s wake will be open for public viewing from Wednesday, Oct. 30, at 2 p.m. until Saturday, Nov. 2. The final Mass will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3, at The Chapels Heritage Park Taguig.