15 Photos Of Celebrities That Show How They Looked Before They Made A Mark With Their Now Iconic Hairstyles
Have you ever seen a photo of Jamie Lee Curtis with her natural long hair?
It is a given that actors, models, singers, and musicians in the entertainment industry earn their success through hard work and talent. While these factors are crucial (and the most important ones), there are also many other elements that contribute to the recognition, fame, and success of most entertainers in the industry.
One such factor is hair. When people do an impression or cosplay a certain celebrity, you would most likely recognize who they are imitating because of the wig they wear or how they style their hair, right?
Well, celebrity hairstyles, in many cases, help us associate popular actors or public figures with their roles or jobs, and in a way, this contributes to an actor's growing career or popularity. Take Sia, for example; she is known for her platinum bob and bangs, right?
There are also some celebrities who have made their signature hairstyles an iconic trademark. This includes Lady Gaga with her platinum blonde and pink mane, Beyoncé's super long waves, Jennifer Aniston's "The Rachel" haircut, Ariana Grande's long high ponytail (fans go crazy if her hair is down), and even Marilyn Monroe's signature sexy blonde bob.
It's certainly safe to say that these celebrities' hairstyles have become as recognizable as their faces, and they have benefited greatly from this. Another example is Elvis Presley's rockabilly pompadour and Michael Jackson's long curls.
While it's clear that their sheer hard work and talent got them to where they are now (even some who have long since passed), it is also an amusing fact that their looks, specifically an iconic hairstyle, have made them so recognizable to the general public today that it would be surprising to find someone who does not know the reference when they see one.
But now, the real question is: have you ever seen these celebrities without their iconic looks? Are you able to recall what Jason Momoa or Keanu Reeves looked like before they sported their long manes?
Check out the following photos that show how some celebrities looked before they became truly recognized for their iconic hairstyles!
1. Reese Witherspoon
Our favorite Elle Woods, way before she sported her golden locks.
? reesewitherspoon / Instagram, © face to face / Reporter / East News2. Angelina Jolie
While this Jolie look may be a classic, she looked even more heavenly before then with that blonde 'do!
? RCF / MEGA / EAST NEWS, © AF Archive / Graham Whitby Boot / Mary Evans Picture Library / East News3. Blake Lively
The ever-iconic side-swept Blake Lively hairstyle.
? Laurent VU / SIPA / Sipa Press Russia / East News, © AP / East News
4. Jason Momoa
All sleek before the mane became in.
? Admedia, Inc / Sipa USA / East News, © Evan Agostini / Invision / AP / East News
5. Ariana Grande
Her ponytail is iconic, but we can't ever forget her red hair as Cat Valentine!
? Invision / Invision / East News, © Gregorio T. Binuya / Everett Collection/ East News
6. Dolly Parton
Look at her blooming with those full blonde locks.
? Jordan Strauss / Invision / AP / East News, © ASSOCIATED PRESS / East News
7. Patrick Dempsey
Still so dreamy either way!
? Xavier Collin / Image Press Agency / BWP Media / East News, © Frank Trapper / Corbis Entertainment / Getty Images
8. George Clooney
Handsome as ever.
? John Shearer / Invision / AP / East News, © Terry McGinnis / WireImage / Getty Images
9. Halle Berry
This is what she looked like before she sported this iconic pixie cut.
? Richard Shotwell / Invision / AP / East News, © EVERETT COLLECTION / EAST NEWS
10. Keanu Reeves
The ever-loved Keanu Reeves before he grew out his iconic long hair.
? VALERIE MACON / AFP / East News, © EAST NEWS
11. Hilary Duff
One of our favorite Cinderellas when she was just a brunette!
? Fernando Allende / Broadimage / EAST NEWS, © Tinseltown / shutterstock.com
12. Billy Ray Cyrus
Black or blond?
? OConnor-Arroyo / AFF-USA.com / MEGA / Mega Agency / East News, © billyraycyrus / Instagram
13. Matthew McConaughey
He sported a bald look back then.
? Invision / Invision / East News, © Steve Granitz / WireImage / Getty Images
14. Christina Aguilera
Most people forget that before Christina had the platinum premium look, she first rocked short black hair.
? xtina / Instagram, © face to face / Reporter / East News
15. Jamie Lee Curtis
It's strange seeing her with long hair...and as a brunette!
? Photoshot / REPORTER / East News, © 20thCentFox / Courtesy Everett Collection / East News
Which one of these was your favorite? Which celebrities do you think gained even more popularity because of their specific looks and hairstyles?
Comment down your thoughts, or share this article with all your family and friends to see! Let's see if some of them remember what these celebrities used to look like!
