Former NBA player Jalen Rose revealed that he flew his personal barber to Phoenix.
This sparked a heated debate on social media about the true cost of a quality haircut.
Rose, who is now a basketball analyst, made the comments during a recent appearance on ESPN’s “Get Up” show. When asked how he keeps his hair looking fresh, Rose replied that he values his quality barber and was willing to spend the money to fly him out to Phoenix.
“Yes sir, I flew my barber to Phoenix, and what I was being asked, Greeny, was how do I keep a fresh haircut? And I said, I value my Quality Barber, and if you’re going to do that, you’re going to spend.”
However, some viewers criticized Rose for his extravagant spending, accusing him of being out of touch with the average person’s budget. Rose responded by saying that he understands not everyone can afford to do what he does, but he wanted to defend the value of barbers, beauticians, and other service workers who make people look and feel their best.
Former NBA star Jalen Rose says the minimum men should be spending for
a quality hair cut is a $100. “So many guys out here think they gone show up and get a fly haircut for $35” pic.twitter.com/zna6iJLr6F— Black Millionaires ® (@Blackmillions_) February 17, 2023
“I’m not a fool, I know everybody can’t afford to do that. I grew up not being able to afford that, but I’m here to defend Barbers and beauticians and waiters, waitresses, valet. If you have it, tip!”
The debate over the true cost of a great haircut continued on social media, with some arguing that a good haircut is worth any price, while others maintained that it’s not necessary to spend a lot of money to look good.
In the end, it’s up to each individual to decide what they’re willing to pay for a quality haircut or any other service that helps them look and feel their best. And for those who can afford it, there’s nothing wrong with splurging on something that makes you feel good – even if it means flying your barber to another state.
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Rose is known for his distinctive hairstyle, which is often referred to as the “Jalen Rose haircut” or the “Gumby haircut.”
The Jalen Rose haircut is characterized by a flat top with a vertical slope at the back, creating a triangular shape. The sides are cut short, while the top is left longer and sometimes styled with a slight wave or curl. The style became popular in the 1990s and was often seen on basketball players and hip-hop artists.
While Jalen Rose has sported different hairstyles over the years, the Gumby haircut remains his most iconic look.
Rose first joined ESPN as a studio analyst in 2007, and has since become a regular contributor across several platforms. He co-hosts the daily ESPN morning show “Get Up!” alongside Mike Greenberg and is a regular analyst on “NBA Countdown” and “First Take.”
In addition to his on-air work, Jalen Rose used to co-host the “Jalen & Jacoby” podcast, which covers sports and pop culture. He is known for his thoughtful analysis and candid commentary, and has become a respected voice in the world of sports media.