Gabrielle Union

Gabrielle Union works her new haircut on the cover of Essence’s July 2008 issue. “I felt fierce, fierce as the devil. I can already tell that people take you a little bit more seriously when they’re not distracted by long curly locks. I wanted something different and dramatic and this is it,” said the ‘Meet Dave’ actress.

She also talks about her workout regimen that’s part cardio / part talk therapy / part bible study: “It’s about getting on the path to being the person you want to be. It helps you work out your issues and find your answers, which are usually pretty logical. Half the battle is just talking it out. There’s no point having amazing shoulders or ripped abs if you don’t feel like getting out of bed everyday. I’m loving the new cuts that are coming in–up my thighs, my arms. I love my abs. I definitely have more confidence, energy and stamina.”

No hate here today, the girl looks gorgeous as always. For more scans from Gabby’s spread + article check out Real Gossip 101.