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Jada Pinkett Smith wows fans with buzz cut: 'Willow made me do it'

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ByJacqueline Laurean Yates
July 12, 2021, 9:26 PM

Jada Pinkett Smith has a buzzy new look.

The actress and "Red Table Talk" co-host revealed a brand new haircut on Instagram Monday, and said her daughter, Willow, made her do it. She said, "it was time to let go."

"My 50s are bout to be divinely lit with this shed," Pinkett Smith added.

Since posting, her captivating new look has caught the attention of many fans with over 400,000 likes on social media.

Beyonce's mother, Tina Knowles, shared her admiration for Pinkett Smith's new cut, saying, "It just shows that beautiful face and soulful eyes more prominently."

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Lalah Delia also chimed in saying, "The sacred feminine in you is absolutely beautiful. She is expressing herself to the sacred utmost 😍. You are divine."

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Willow Smith also shared her mother's new buzz cut with her social media followers along with a sweet message.

"A gift is pure when it is given from the heart to the right person at the right time and at the right place, and when we expect nothing in return," the singer captioned the photo.

While Pinkett Smith has worn shorter haircuts for most of her career, this is one of the closest cuts she's publicly worn.

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Earlier this year, Pinkett Smith launched her eco-conscious Hey Human personal care brand that includes a variety of vegan, cruelty-free products.

The brand debuted with a body wash, lotion, deodorant and two kinds of toothpaste exclusively available at Target.

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