Black celebs who said ‘bye-bye’ to long hair, opting for shorter cuts

theGRIO SLIDESHOW - theGrio is showcasing some of the women who have said bye-bye to their long wavy strands, and hello to edgier cropped cuts...

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Some popular celebrities may have found their way into the spotlight by shedding weight or shedding clothes, but lately many women have made a statement by taking off something much different — their hair.

Beyoncé recently posted a picture on Instagram showing off her pixie cut, and Rihanna has set a trend in the last few years that has had women racing to the salon and begging for bobs.

theGrio is showcasing some of the women who have said bye-bye to their long wavy strands, and hello to edgier cropped cuts.

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