List of barbers

Carl Schulz's barber's pole

List of Notable Barbers

Throughout history, barbers have played a significant role in various cultures, not only in grooming but also in social and medical aspects. This article provides a list of notable barbers who have made significant contributions to their field or have become well-known for their unique stories or achievements.

Historical Figures

• Ambroise Paré (1510–1590) - Although primarily renowned as a French surgeon, Paré also performed barber-surgeon duties early in his career. He is often considered one of the fathers of surgery and modern forensic pathology and a pioneer in surgical techniques and battlefield medicine.
• Edmond Roffler - Known for creating the Roffler Sculptur-Kut technique, a unique method of cutting hair that combines elements of sculpture and traditional barbering. His contributions to the field of barbering include the establishment of the Roffler School of Hair Design.

Cultural Icons

• Figaro - The fictional barber from Pierre Beaumarchais' plays, most notably The Barber of Seville, has become an iconic figure in opera and literature. Figaro is celebrated for his wit, resourcefulness, and central role in the plot's development.
• Sweeney Todd - Another fictional character, Sweeney Todd, the "Demon Barber of Fleet Street," has been the subject of various adaptations in literature, musicals, and films. Though a dark figure, Todd's story has captivated audiences and highlighted the barber's role in popular culture.

Modern Era Barbers

• Adee Phelan - A contemporary British celebrity barber known for his work with famous personalities and his appearances on television shows. Phelan has also launched his own range of hair care products.
• Ted Gibson - An American celebrity hairstylist and barber who has worked with numerous high-profile clients and has made appearances on several TV shows. Gibson is also known for his hair care product line and salons.

Innovators and Educators

• Vidal Sassoon (1928–2012) - Although more widely recognized as a hairstylist, Sassoon's work had a profound impact on the barbering profession. He revolutionized hair cutting techniques and was a pioneer in the creation of the modern hair salon experience.
• Alexander Mills - A barber and inventor who patented the first reclining barber chair in 1857. Mills' innovation greatly improved the comfort and functionality of barber shops.

Barbers in Art and Media

• Alonzo Herndon (1858–1927) - A former slave who became a millionaire and the founder of the Atlanta Life Insurance Company. Herndon started his empire as a barber and eventually owned three barbershops in Atlanta, which catered to an elite clientele.

See Also

• Barber
• Barber's pole
• Barbershop
• Hairdresser
• Surgeon