[Pic] Breaking: Emma Watson gets haircut

Cries of “OMGZ” and “oh noes” are resonating round the internet as that chick who plays Hermione in the Harry Potter films has revealed that she recently lopped off her magical locks.

Emma Watson made the announcement in the way all major news is dispersed nowadays, tweeting to her fans and followers:

Yes, I cut my hair off a few days ago! I love it- feels incredible. Hope you like it! Photo on www.facebook.com/emmawatson

On Facebook, Watson commented further on her new pixie trim:

Dear all. Cut my hair off a few days ago… Feels incredible. I love it. I’ve wanted to do this for years and years; it’s the most liberating thing ever. Hope you like. Big love from Emma x

Watson indicated on her Facebook page that she was in New York as recently as Tuesday to promote the latest Harry Potter installment, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.