YNW Melly has cut off his dreadlocks after almost six years in prison.

YNW Melly gets a haircut

On Monday (January 6), YNW Melly appeared in court for a hearing related to his double murder trial. What’s notable is that the South Florida rapper had his dreadlocks cut off. In the video below, Melly enters the courtroom wearing a red prison suit. His long dreadlocks, which had previously flowed down his back, have been cut off and he’s rocking a wild afro instead. It also looks like he recently received a lineup.

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YNW Melly sues for freedom as she awaits a double murder retrial

Next month will mark six years since YNW Melly was incarcerated and charged with the murders of his friends Christopher “YNW Juvy” Thomas and Anthony “YNW Sakchaser” Williams after a late-night recording session. His first trial ended last July before a hung jury. His second trial is scheduled to begin on September 10, 2025.

In November 2024, Melly sued the Broward County Sheriff’s Office in Florida for cruel treatment and demanded his immediate release. Melly claims his constitutional rights were violated in prison. Judge Melissa Damian responded to the lawsuit and ordered the BSO to respond to Melly’s claims with an explanation as to why he should not be released on bail until his second trial.

Today’s hearing has been postponed until Tuesday (January 7) as the judge gave Melly more time to decide whether he wants to continue with his legal team while his lawyer is under investigation for witness tampering.

Check out YNW Melly’s new haircut and his latest court hearing below.

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Watch YNW Melly attend the final hearing on his double murder case

Check out YNW Melly’s new haircut