The Secret Behind Queen Latifah’s Flawless Hair Finally Revealed—And It’s Not What You Think!

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For over three decades, Queen Latifah has graced us with her talent, confidence, and, of course, her impeccable hair. Whether she’s stepping out for a red carpet event or sharing a casual moment with fans, her tresses have always been on point. But until recently, the identity of the genius behind her flawless locks remained a mystery. That is, until Queen Latifah herself finally spilled the tea.

In a playful video making its rounds on Twitter, Queen Latifah, munching on an apple, casually dropped the name of her secret weapon: celebrity hairstylist Lasia Merriweather. This revelation sent shockwaves through the online hair community, who have long admired Latifah’s perfectly laid styles.

Merriweather is no stranger to the world of high-profile hairstyling. She has been Latifah’s go-to stylist for years, and their partnership has created some truly iconic looks. What many might not know is that Merriweather’s talent has been widely recognized. In 2015, she won a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Hairstyling for a Limited Series or Movie, thanks to her work on Queen Latifah’s role in the biopic Bessie, where Latifah portrayed legendary blues singer Bessie Smith. The duo’s collaboration on that project was nothing short of magic, and it’s clear that Merriweather’s influence has remained a constant in Latifah’s hair journey.

While the star has always been an advocate for embracing her natural beauty, she’s also been open about the struggles she faced early on in her career, particularly with hair. In an interview with Essence, Queen Latifah reflected on the challenges of styling her hair, an issue many Black women can relate to. For Latifah, finding the right stylist who could truly understand and manage her hair texture was essential—and it seems she found that in Merriweather.

Now, thanks to Latifah’s recent video, the world knows exactly who to thank for the “always laid” hair that’s become synonymous with her name. However, fans who dream of booking an appointment with Merriweather may have to wait their turn—she’s as booked and busy as they come!

But the real magic behind Queen Latifah’s iconic hair isn’t just the stylist, it’s the bond between them, built over years of trust and mutual admiration. So while we now know the name behind the magic, one thing remains certain: Latifah’s hair will continue to set the bar for flawless style for years to come.

 

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