Gary Hooker and Michael Young

Gary Hooker is more than just an acclaimed hairdresser – he’s been named North-Eastern Hairdresser of the Year several times over and is a member of the British Hairdressing Hall of Fame. Throughout his career, Gary has won huge respect as a seasoned international showman, a dynamic businessman and co-owner of the super-chic Hooker & Young. Whether working up-close and personal with his team or presenting live on stage or on TV, hairdressing genius Gary remains grounded and accessible. He relates stunning contemporary catwalk trends to the needs of everyday clients.

Michael Young is the current North-Eastern Hairdresser of the Year, having won his latest British Hairdressing Award title. Michael has clocked-up umpteen TV appearances, his most recent being a regular slot on Big Brother’s Little Brother with Dermot O’Leary. He has a passion for photographic work and magazine shoots, making Hooker & Young one of the most publicised salons in the UK and this all-round talented guy is an astute businessman, too, Michael co-owns the Hooker & Young group with Gary Hooker.