Hairdresser to the stars, Daniel Johnson outside his barber shop in WatfordDaniel Johnson, affectionately known as “hair guru” to some of Britain’s wealthiest celebrities, has an impressive client list which includes stars from the football pitch and small screen.But when the freelance hairstylist wanted to return to his St Albans roots after years of roving, he quickly became “frustrated” with the blockade of high costs.And unfortunately St Albans’ loss has become Watford’s gain as Daniel has recently opened the doors of his salon there, instead of his hometown.A wall inside his Queens Road premises shows his brush with fame as photo after photo depicts him with a veritable who’s who in British society.Daniel admits it’s a far cry from his schoolboy days when he got expelled from several schools such as Beaumont and Francis Bacon and he became a father at the age of 14. He said: “I was a naughty kid. This newspaper has been a central part of community life for many years, through good times and bad, serving as your advocate and trusted source of local information. Some of the worst tattoos chosen by...Who's a lucky boy... PSG ace Lavezzi in steamy luxury...Tatts crazy! I’m from St Albans, and I never forget my roots.” Last year the star was announced as … Daniel Anthony Johnson (born 8 October 1992) is a Jamaican professional footballer who plays for Preston North End as a midfielder. Johnson previously played for Aston Villa and had brief loan spells at Yeovil Town, Chesterfield and Oldham Athletic Career Early career. Book online with Daniel Johnson, a Stylist in Tysons Corner, VA. See reviews, services, and pictures of Daniel Johnson’s work.
He is one of the most renowned names in the industry and recognised globally. Daniel Johnson, affectionately known as “hair guru” to some of Britain’s wealthiest celebrities, has an impressive client list which includes stars from the football pitch and small screen. We are no longer accepting comments on this article.Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media GroupFA CUP FINAL LIVE - Arsenal vs Chelsea: Mateo Kovacic shown controversial red as Frank Lampard's men face uphill battle after Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's double turns showpiece on its headChelsea suffer double injury blow in FA Cup final as captain Cesar Azpilicueta limps off forcing Frank Lampard into a tactical switch at the back... befotre star man Christian Pulisic leaves the Wembley pitch in agony Looks like fans DID get into Wembley! Daniel Johnson is an Award-Winning, International, Male Grooming Expert and Scalp Micro Pigmentation specialist in the UK. By the age of 24 I had set up three shops.”His reputation as a hairdresser continued to grow, and Daniel was soon styling the hair of champion footballers, such as Ashley Cole and other “Alpha males” as he calls them.Daniel said: “I sold up and started working freelance with “I’m extremely blessed with my hands. Our industry is facing testing times, which is why I’m asking for your support. When everyone was running around playing football, I was changing dirty nappies.”After leaving secondary school with no qualifications, he put his budding hairdressing skills to work at Dee’s Cuts near St Albans’ railway bridge, but realised he needed to move into bigger premises as there were complaints from the station about long queues.Daniel used his entire savings – the princely sum of £86 – to set up a salon in a former shoe shop in Watford at the age of 18.He said: “By the end of that month, I had made £6,000.
I went to four or five schools in St Albans.“Everyone doubted me because I dropped out. Every single contribution will help us continue to produce award-winning local journalism that makes a measurable difference to our community.
I flew to Poland last year where I trimmed all the England squad and all the staff.”Although he aims to expand into New York – he flies there shortly to style singer Chris Brown’s hair – he admitted he would still like to set up a salon in his hometown.Daniel explained: “I was looking at shops in St Albans recently but nothing seemed to be in the right spot for me, and prices are extortionate. “But I would like to set up a salon there.