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Hairstyle File: Nia Long

Nia Long has always made impeccable hairstyle choices. Think about it. In "Boys in the Hood," you wanted her perfectly fluffed bangs. In "Love Jones," you wanted her jet-black layered cut (um, and her man). Her perky coils were arguably the best part of "Alfie." Thank you, Nia Long, for always inspiring us with your dazzling 'dos! Here, we salute the award-winning actress with a gallery of her hottest hair moments.  
By Tia Williams · Updated October 29, 2020
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Nia Long’s has always made impeccable hairstyle choices. Think about it. In “Boys in the Hood,” you wanted her perfectly fluffed bangs. In “Love Jones,” you wanted her jet-black layered cut (um, and her man). Her perky coils were arguably the best part of “Alfie.” Thank you, Nia Long, for always inspiring us with your dazzling ‘dos! Here, we salute the award-winning actress with a gallery of her hottest hair moments.