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Will Smith’s Viral Doc Clip Revives Story of Willow Shaving Her Head to Quit ‘Whip My Hair’ Tour

In a viral documentary clip, Smith recalls invoking a promise to Jay‑Z at a Dublin show, after which Willow shaved her head the next morning.

Overview

  • The resurfaced moment comes from Number One on the Call Sheet, where Smith details Willow saying she was done performing during a tour stop in Dublin.
  • Smith says he told his daughter she had to finish dates because of a commitment tied to her Roc Nation deal with Jay‑Z.
  • The next morning, Willow appeared with a shaved head, which Smith describes as a clarifying gesture that made him say, “Got it.”
  • Willow has previously said she felt overwhelmed and powerless during that period, describing a “dark night of the soul” that motivated the haircut.
  • Online reaction highlights praise for a child asserting boundaries and concern over industry pressures placed on young performers.