Jennifer Aniston Opens Up About Her Iconic Hair Being ‘Fake’
Jennifer Aniston, celebrated for her signature blond hair, recently engaged with fans through a lighthearted Q&A on social media, addressing the playful question, “Would I ever go brunette?”
Aniston, whose iconic haircut, “The Rachel,” shaped 1990s hairstyling trends, embraced the humor in her response. In the Instagram video, she jokingly affirmed, “I am brunette,” after her friend and former “Friends” co-star Courteney Cox playfully draped her hair over Aniston’s, adding a comical twist by stating, “This is what she looks like brunette.” Aniston quickly clarified, “That’s black,” indicating that her natural color would be softer compared to Cox’s dark hue.
Reflecting on her hair, Aniston playfully noted her experience with wigs during her role in “Horrible Bosses,” saying, “Oh, this is like the‘Horrible Bosses’ character I played.” Cox chimed in, reminiscing, “I love ‘Horrible Bosses’ … You were a badass dentist.”
The playful exchange highlighted Aniston’s lighthearted personality and comfort with her image. Further emphasizing her loyalty to her platinum locks, she humorously observed, “This is fake,” when referring to the darker look.
Michael Canalé, Aniston’s hair colorist, reminisced about the origins of her famous style in a past interview, sharing that he transformed her from a natural brunette to a caramelized blonde. He remarked, “Jennifer has become a style icon because she doesn’t go trendy.”
In the comments, hairstylist Justin Anderson expressed his anxiety over coloring Aniston’s hair during a previous project, stating, “i made you brunette for CAKE and I’ve never had more anxiety about doing hair color in my life 😂.”
This social media interaction serves as a reminder of Aniston’s enduring influence and the affection fans hold for her iconic hairstyle.
As Aniston continues to evolve in the spotlight, her hair remains an integral part of her identity. With devoted fans and industry professionals alike supporting her trademark look, Aniston’s journey from natural brunette to style icon reaffirms her lasting influence in the realm of hair fashion.
