‘Still Look the Same as “Boyz N the Hood”‘: Nia Long’s Recent Instagram Picture Has Fans Noting Her Timeless Beauty

Nia Long has been a bombshell ever since she stepped on the scene in the early ’90s. Nearly 32 years later, she still manages to tug on fans’ heartstrings with her timeless beauty. 

Nia posted a selfie on her Instagram where she is rocking long honey blond braids with a light makeup beat. 

Still Look the Same as "Boyz N the Hood"': Nia Long's Recent Instagram Picture Has Fans Noting Her Timeless Beauty
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“The switch-up [kiss emoji]” she captioned her photo. 

Nia’s eternal beauty caused over 2,000 fans to comment under the photo in awe of how she looks. 

“Goodness, you are so fine”

“The best and the most gorgeous, I don’t care what anyone says, my crush!”

Many others noticed how little Nia has aged over the years and how she still looks like she’s in her 20s. 

“This woman is in her 50s and still look the same as Boyz N the Hood”

“Recently watched Love Jones, you are still as beautiful as a sunset”

“You do not age at all! Gorgeous”

“Gorgeous still, after all these years”

Nia’s first distinguished acting role was in 1991, after she starred as Kathryn “Kat” Speakes on the soap opera “Guiding Light.” She then started to receive notable buzz after starring as Brandi alongside Cuba Gooding Jr., Ice Cube and Morris Chestnut in the 1991 film “Boyz N the Hood,” created by John Singleton

She’s also known for roles such as Will Smith’s love interest Lisa on “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” Nina Mosely in the 1997 romance classic “Love Jones” and Jordan in the iconic film “The Best Man.” 

Nia’s resume is filled with memorable roles; she was recently honored at Essence Black Women in Hollywood earlier this year in May. 

Her “Love Jones” co-star Larenz Tate quoted his “A Blues for Nina” poem — from the “Love Jones” film — on stage at the 2022 event as he introduced his long-time friend before she accepted her honorable award. 

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