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Home · Celebrity

15 of Yaya Dacosta’s Biggest & Best Hair Moments

Yaya Dacosta has been slaying both the red carpet and editorial shoots with her bold and beautiful natural hair ever since she stole our hearts as the runner-up on cycle 3 of America’s Next Top Model. While Yaya has continued to makes waves as a stunning model, she has also made her name in the acting world, having portrayed the iconic Whitney Houston in Lifetime’s biopic of the singer, and she currently portrays the main character of April Sexton in Chicago Med. In honor of Yaya and her great accomplishments, here is a look back at some of Yaya’s best hair moments.
By Samantha Callender · Updated October 26, 2020
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Yaya DaCosta

Snatched edges and curls for days.

15 of Yaya Dacosta’s Biggest & Best Hair Moments
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Yaya DaCosta

This blowout gives us life!

15 of Yaya Dacosta’s Biggest & Best Hair Moments
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Yaya DaCosta

This sleek high bun is fun and flirty.

15 of Yaya Dacosta’s Biggest & Best Hair Moments
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Yaya DaCosta

Such a classic and elegant look.

15 of Yaya Dacosta’s Biggest & Best Hair Moments
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Yaya DaCosta

This sideswept and pin combo is great casual look.

15 of Yaya Dacosta’s Biggest & Best Hair Moments
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Yaya DaCosta

This half updo frames her gorgeous face perfectly!

15 of Yaya Dacosta’s Biggest & Best Hair Moments
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Yaya DaCosta

A large, full fro is simple yet makes a major statement.

15 of Yaya Dacosta’s Biggest & Best Hair Moments
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Yaya DaCosta

This blown out, then slightly curled look is soft and sweet.

15 of Yaya Dacosta’s Biggest & Best Hair Moments
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Yaya DaCosta

Major hair inspo with this cornrowed and and high bun combo! Pretty and chic.

15 of Yaya Dacosta’s Biggest & Best Hair Moments
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Yaya DaCosta

Here, she serves face while donning long curls.

15 of Yaya Dacosta’s Biggest & Best Hair Moments
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Yaya DaCosta

Giving us a smile and a sleek, natural side pony.

15 of Yaya Dacosta’s Biggest & Best Hair Moments
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Yaya DaCosta

These luscious locs are elegant and classic.

15 of Yaya Dacosta’s Biggest & Best Hair Moments
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Yaya DaCosta

Major hair goals with this “pineapple” and a bang!

15 of Yaya Dacosta’s Biggest & Best Hair Moments
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Yaya DaCosta

Long and sleek tresses accompany this red carpet glam.

15 of Yaya Dacosta’s Biggest & Best Hair Moments
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Yaya DaCosta

Loving this sideswept updo with a bang.

15 of Yaya Dacosta’s Biggest & Best Hair Moments
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