Love it or loathe it, the mullet is undeniably one of the world’s most iconic haircuts – and it’s making a comeback.
In the new edition of The Big Issue, we explore this global resurgence while paying homage to magnificent mullets of the past, including one sported by our suave actor, activist, billionaire businessman and cover star George Clooney, circa 1985.
Writer and proud mulleteer Clem Bastow investigates the history of the mullet – spanning centuries – and why it continues to hold a special place in our nation’s heart.
Editor Amy Hetherington chats to Hawthorn footy star Ben Stratton about his magic mullet and continuing a proud AFL tradition.
Plus, we celebrate the most famous mullets in music from David Bowie to John Farnham to Rhianna, so get down to business (at the front) and party (at the back) with our mullet marathon playlist (which you can listen to here).