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Beauty

16 Celebrities Who Look SO Much Younger With Short Hair

By Linda Rodgers

Spring is a great time for a makeover. Now that it’s right around the corner, so get inspired by these celebrities who’ve shorn their locks–and shaved YEARS off their age.

  1. Amber Valletta

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    Amber Valletta, 43

    The former supermodel was sporting long tresses in 2012. Her new hairdo flatters the shape of her face.

  3. Anne Hathaway

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    Anne Hathaway, 34

    In 2011, she was going long. But recently, the actress has favored shorter 'dos. We approve!

  5. Charlize Theron

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    Charlize Theron, 41

    The haircut brings out her cheekbones and chin.

  6. Christie-Brinkley-Hair

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    Christie Brinkley, 63

    We loved the model's signature long, blonde waves, but her chic new 'do looks amazing, too.

  7. Jada Pinkett Smith

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    Jada Pinkett Smith, 45

    The side bangs soften her look and draw attention to her best features: her smile and her eyes.

  9. Cate Blanchett

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    Cate Blanchett, 47

    This Hollywood star always looks great, but short hair frames her bone structure.

  10. Jenna Elfman

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    Jenna Elfman, 45

    Elfman, best known for her star turn on Dharma and Greg, can get away with shorter hair because it plays up her best features--the shape of her face as well as her eyes and smile.

  11. Catherine Bell

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    Catherine Bell, 48

    The Army Wives star's haircut brings out her eyes.

  13. Kristin Chenoweth

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    Kristin Chenoweth, 48

    The short, sassy layers make Chenoweth's hair look thicker.

  14. Melora Hardin

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    Melora Hardin, 49

    Hardin, best known for her role in The Office, knows the secret to healthier, thicker hair: a tousled pixie cut.

  15. Pamela Anderson

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    Pamela Anderson, 49

    Long hair can hide your best features. In Pamela Anderson's case, her short hairdo has brought out her cheekbones.

  17. Jennifer Hudson

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    Jennifer Hudson, 35

    You don't have to be older for a shorter cut to work its magic. Notice how Hudson's neck looks longer with her new style.

  18. Radha Mitchell

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    Radha Mitchell, 43

    Shorter hair accentuates Mitchell's best features--her smile and eyes!

  19. Scarlett Johansson

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    Scarlett Johansson, 32

    Johansson doesn't need to look younger, but in her case, the short hair adds sophistication and polish.

  21. Toni Collette

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    Toni Collette, 44

    For a softer look, think bangs and a slightly tousled look.

  22. Lucy Lawless

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    Lucy Lawless, 48

    The actress, best known for Xena: Warrior Princess, made a splash when she debuted her new 'do. The edgy cut suits her playful spirit.

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