Angus Mitchell, 53, the only son of the legendary hairstylist and co-founder of John Paul Mitchell Systems (JPMS), Paul Mitchell, has tragically passed away.
He was found in the pool of his Honolulu, Hawaii home early on Wednesday morning, as reported by TMZ. Despite efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The cause of death has not been officially disclosed.
The day before his death, Angus shared moments of his life on Instagram, posting videos of a music-filled evening with friends at his home. These posts now serve as a poignant reminder of his final hours.
Inheriting his father’s stake in JPMS after Paul Mitchell’s passing in 1989 due to pancreatic cancer,
Angus not only carried on his father’s legacy but also carved his own path in the hairstyling industry. He honed his craft through formal education in hairstyling, drawing inspiration and skills from his father’s remarkable career.
Angus Mitchell established his footprint in the industry by opening the Angus Mitchell Salon in Beverly Hills in 2010, after years of working in Hawaii.
His contribution to JPMS extended beyond business management; he was also recognized as a talented model and educator within the hairstyling community.
Angus’s personal life included three marriages, with his most recent union being with his wife, Mara.
Angus’s last Instagram post captured a family celebration during New Year’s, a moment now poignant in retrospect. The post has since become a space for heartfelt tributes, with many expressing their grief and shock.
One comment read, “Heartbroken. Such an awesome, sweet, hilarious, generous man and family. I’m in disbelief.” Another conveyed, “Rest In Peace Angus. Thoughts and prayers with his loved ones.” Angus leaves behind his wife, Mara, and his son, Dylan, from his second marriage to Sian.
