Breaking Beauty Podcast Hairstylist Chris McMillan on His *NEW* Hair Product Line, “The Rachel” Lore, C*nty Little Bob Summer and Hair Tips Galore
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Jul 23, 2025 Celebrity hairstylist Chris McMillan, famed for Jennifer Aniston's iconic 'Rachel' haircut, dives into his glamorous journey and exciting career. He shares stories of jet-setting, adventures with the police, and the birth of his new haircare line, launching at Sephora. Chris discusses the buzz around the 'C*nty Little Bob' trend from The White Lotus and gives hair care tips for summer styling. Hear how sobriety shaped his creativity and find out what it takes to make transformative, on-trend cuts work for every face shape.
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How The Rachel Originated
- Chris McMillan first met Jennifer Aniston while doing press-tour hair for Patricia Arquette and others after a photo shoot led to work on a European tour.
- He grew Jen's bangs out, layered to clavicle length, and developed the flicky blowout that evolved into the many versions of the Rachel.
Sobriety, Arrest, And Career Comeback
- Chris candidly recounts his addiction, arrest, and sobriety date as October 15, 1999, including being released to a sober living house.
- He rebuilt his career by working at a sober-run Beverly Hills salon and then rejoining Jennifer on Friends mid-series.
What Chris Charges For A Haircut
- When asked about his haircut price, Chris said rates vary widely from free to about $1,200 depending on the client and context.
- He emphasized a one-assistant, hands-on experience rather than an assembly-line treatment.
