It’s been said so many times, you would think it was common knowledge: Don’t touch a black woman’s hair, or a black man’s hair, or anyone’s hair at that — especially without permission. Sadly, some people are still grappling with practicing common sense and have to learn some lessons the hard way. That is precisely what happened this week when actress Teyonah Parris was approached by an overzealous stranger who couldn’t keep his hands to himself. On Monday, the “Mad Men” actress, who usually wears her hair in beautifully elaborate natural styles, was out dining with friends when she said an “old man” approached her and grabbed her hair. Not only did she put the rude man in his place, she also publicly shared the shocking ordeal via…

It’s been said so many times, you would think it was common knowledge: Don’t touch a black woman’s hair, or a black man’s hair, or anyone’s hair at that — especially without permission.

Sadly, some people are still grappling with practicing common sense and have to learn some lessons the hard way. That is precisely what happened this week when actress Teyonah Parris was approached by an overzealous stranger who couldn’t keep his hands to himself.

On Monday, the “Mad Men” actress, who usually wears her hair in beautifully elaborate natural styles, was out dining with friends when she said an “old man” approached her and grabbed her hair. Not only did she put the rude man in his place, she also publicly shared the shocking ordeal via her Twitter account.

Here’s a recount of what Parris said happened (our jaws are still on the floor):

H/t The Culture

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Teyonah Parris Promptly Put An ‘Old Man’ In His Place After He Inappropriately Touched Her Hair