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Michaela Coel Flaunts Her Badass Haircut at the 2017 Olivier Awards 

Will the big chop reign continue to reign supreme in 2017?
‘Chewing Gum’ Star Michaela Coel Will Only Play Nina Simone Under One Condition
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By Nikki Brown · Updated October 26, 2020
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As of late, there’s no happy medium in the world of celebrity hair. You’re either rocking it to the floor like Nicki Minaj or cutting it all off like Danai Gurira. One thing’s clear, both styles are stunning. 

Just last week, we spotted the latter showing off her beautiful bald head and this past weekend, Michaela Coel followed suit at the 2017 Olivier Awards. 

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Adorned in a high-low black gown designed by her mum, the Chewing Gum star stood out in the best way possible, thanks to her shaved hairstyle.

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According to Instagram, the daring do is for her upcoming role as Simone in Been So Long, but we’re so happy to get an early close-up on the red carpet. 

The actress, writer and producer is all around amazing, but we must say, this badass cut is giving us life on an otherwise sluggish Monday afternoon. 

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Slay, Michaela! And keep scrolling to see the other A-list ladies who are serving big chop realness in 2017. 

01
Danai Gurira

Last week, the actress and playwright showed off her beautiful bald head at the NYU Tisch School of the Arts Gala. 

Michaela Coel Flaunts Her Badass Haircut at the 2017 Olivier Awards
Robin Marchant
02
Monica

Earlier this year, the legendary singer traded in her red hair for a seriously fierce platinum pixie. 

Michaela Coel Flaunts Her Badass Haircut at the 2017 Olivier Awards
Prince Williams
03
Big Chop- Amandla
The actress and activist also cut her signature tresses for a movie role and as you can see, she looks amazing!
Michaela Coel Flaunts Her Badass Haircut at the 2017 Olivier Awards
Bertrand Rindoff Petroff
04
Zoe Kravitz
Last week, the actress and singer chopped off her braids to reveal a platinum blonde pixie.
Michaela Coel Flaunts Her Badass Haircut at the 2017 Olivier Awards
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TOPICS:  Celebrity Hairstyles