Celebrity Hairstylist Kim Vo, Known for Styling Gwyneth Paltrow and Pamela Anderson, Passes Away at 55 After Battle with Colorectal Cancer
Kim Vo in 2018.
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NEED TO KNOW
- Celebrity hairstylist Kim Vo has died at the age of 55 from colorectal cancer
- Vo’s husband, Adeel Khan, shared that he was initially diagnosed with the disease in 2018
- Vo worked with stars including Gwyneth Paltrow, Kate Hudson, and Uma Thurman throughout his decades-long career
Kim Vo, renowned celebrity hairstylist and colorist, passed away at the age of 55 after a battle with colorectal cancer.
The announcement of his death was made by his husband, Adeel Khan, on Instagram on January 24. In the post, Khan revealed that Vo had been diagnosed with the disease in 2018.
“My beloved husband, best friend, partner in life & business, Kim Vo, has taken his final breath,” Khan stated.
“Diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2018, he fought valiantly, winning many battles along the way and exceeding all medical expectations under the care of Dr. Lawrence Piro and his incredible team at Angeles Clinic and Cedars-Sinai. Ultimately, God decided it was time for our angel on earth to return home,” he continued.
Khan mentioned that in lieu of flowers, Vo had requested donations to the Kim Vo Foundation, which assists “hair, beauty, and fashion creatives also affected by cancer.”
Paris Hilton and Kim Vo in Las Vegas in 2008.
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Tributes and condolences have been shared by friends and colleagues in the comments section of the post.
Nicky Hilton commented, “Sending so much love. He was such a kind and sweet person. 🤍🕊️,” while Tori Spelling expressed, “I’m so sorry he was such an amazing human. Filled with such light and love.”
Camila Alves McConaughey and Kim Vo in Las Vegas in 2010.
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In a statement on the Kim Vo Salon’s official website, Khan noted that Vo’s final wish was for his legacy to include a focus on helping others.
“I’ve been incredibly lucky. I’ve experienced love, happiness and meaningful relationships on and off screen. I don’t need anything more, but I do want to use the platform, knowledge and success I’ve worked so hard for to help others,” Vo remarked in a statement made prior to his death.
“Everything I’ve been blessed with also belongs to the communities that have made me who I am. I want my life to be celebrated with joy, positivity, and now, health-first vigilance. That is the meaning of life. That is the meaning of my life,” he added.
During his career, Vo became a sought-after colorist and hairstylist for numerous celebrities, including Gwyneth Paltrow, Kate Hudson, Uma Thurman, Britney Spears, and Pamela Anderson.
Vo was also recognized for his role as a judge on Bravo’s reality competition series, *Shear Genius*, and as a star of Paramount+’s *Blowing LA*.
