old Katelynn lops off her luscious locks again
Eight-year-old Katelynn Walsh has donated 16 inches of her hair to the 'Locks of Love for LauraLynn' foundation for the second time. She was inspired to help children undergoing cancer treatment after seeing television advertisements.
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This highlights individual acts of philanthropy and community support for children battling serious illnesses.
Katie Murphy, a stylist with Bevelle Hair Salon in Bagenalstown, cuts Katelynn Walsh's hair Photos: Michael O'Rourke Photography
Hosanna Boulter KATELYNN Walsh (8) from Ballymurphy recently donated 16 inches of her hair to the ‘Locks of Love for LauraLynn' foundation, which makes wigs for children who have cancer. The haircut took place at Bevelle Hair Salon in Bagenalstown.
This is the second time that Katelynn has donated her hair after she first donated 16 inches of hair four years ago when she was only four years’ old.
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