Sunderland mum's jaw-dropping transformation after having 21 inches cut off hair
A Sunderland mum has undergone an incredible transformation after cutting 21 inches off her hair to make wigs for poorly children.
Rebecca Rickett says she is known for not doing things by halves.
And she certainly lived up to her reputation when she decided to have all her hair chopped off for charity.
The 41-year-old’s long blonde mane was almost waist length when she made the brave move to cut off 21 inches in aid of the Little Princess Trust.
The charity, which makes wigs for children who have lost their hair, is one close to Rebecca’s heart having had friends with young relatives who have battled cancer.
Rebecca entrusted Sunderland hairdresser Debra Anne Adamson, from Cloud 9 on Hylton Road, with the cut.
"The last time I had my hair cut short was eight years ago,” Rebecca said.
“I usually just get a trim but I wanted a change after lockdown and decided to get it all cut off to make some wigs for the Little Princess Trust.”
Rebecca, who is mum to four-year-old Henry, said her transformation has been met with praise from loved ones.
A fundraising page set up in support of the charity has raised £85 so far – and there’s still time to donate.
Rebecca said: “I don’t do things by halves! I couldn’t watch when it was being cut and I had tears in my eyes as it felt so emotional.
“But I am pleased with it and my son loves my ‘new spiky hair!’”