After facing backlash for sporting braided pigtails held together with colorful barrettes, Drake has unveiled a sleek new haircut. Critics had previously labeled his hairstyle as part of a supposed “midlife crisis.”
On Saturday, the “One Dance” artist showcased his new look on Instagram Stories. With a serious expression and slightly pursed lips, Drake let his fresh haircut do all the talking.
Fans Celebrate the Change
Fans were quick to react to the transformation. One user on X exclaimed, “Drake cut his hair?! Oh my God, WE’RE BACK! Those braids were too tight for way too long!”
Another fan added, “I’m so glad he cut it. Now I don’t have to curse my timeline with Drake’s pigtails anymore.” A third chimed in with humor, “If Drake’s cutting his hair, maybe it’s time for me to cut mine too.”
Referencing Drake’s birth name, Aubrey Graham, one fan quipped, “Who gave you permission to do this, Aubrey?” Another joked, “Lmao, he’s cutting his hair like women do after a breakup,” hinting at Drake’s rumored feud with Kendrick Lamar.
Drake’s Pigtails Sparked Controversy
Back in October, the 38-year-old rapper behind “God’s Plan” drew attention by posting a selfie on Instagram featuring sleek braided pigtails, fastened with blue bubble barrettes. The post was left captionless, but it quickly ignited discussions online.
One critic on X commented, “Drake is having a midlife crisis… what’s with the pigtails and duck lips? Someone needs to slap some sense into him!” Another wrote, “Drake with those ridiculous braids—AND he’s only eight days away from turning THIRTY-EIGHT. This is driving me insane!”
This isn’t Drake’s first foray into playful hairstyles. In 2023, the “Hotline Bling” rapper donned multicolored barrettes in a promotional shoot for his album For All The Dogs.
