Early Life
Frieda was born in London. His father was Isidore Frieda, a salon and property owner, and his mother was Hannah Mary Docherty. He had three siblings.
Frieda attended private school, and worked part time at his father's salon as a high school student. Isidore mentored John and invested in his early ventures.
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