Serving and Preserving Culture: Besa Gordon Talks Braided and Dreaded on Good Day Seattle
Besa Gordon joined Good Day Seattle with Erin Mayovsky this morning to talk about Braided and Dreaded, a hairstylist in Puyallup serving military and high profile clients. Besa explained that owner Sharron Hayes, a decorated US Army veteran, channeled her life’s challenges into her craft behind the chair, and is all about preserving Black cultural authenticity one braid at a time.
Besa expressed her connection with Sharron’s story. “I think the biggest takeaway is resilience, having a dream and not giving up,” she said, outlining the inspirational journey of Braided and Dreaded from one chair and bad lighting to a thriving business that serves Mariners shortstop JP Crawford and Seattle City Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth. “She's still making sure that everybody is looking good, being able to be their authentic selves, and just feel good in the moment,” Besa said.
The full segment on Braided and Dreaded will be featured this weekend on Back2Besa, along with other inspirational and community-focused stories in the greater Seattle area. Watch Back2Besa on FOX 13 Seattle, Saturdays at 10:30 p.m. and FOX 13+ Sundays at 10 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
