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The Best Bangs in Hollywood

Zooey Deschanel

Zooey Deschanel

Zooey Deschanel's bangs are iconic, defining a generation of hairstyles. Her dark hair mixed with 2010s tweed fashion, her signature blunt fringe has become synonymous with her personality. 

Deschanel's bangs are not just a haircut; they're a statement of timeless, quirky elegance. Zooey without her bangs is just plain wrong!

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Kim Kardashian

Kim Kardashian

Kim Kardashian is known for many things, but we never expected that she’d rock bangs so well that she’d end up on a top 30 list. 

Granted, she switches up her hair as often as she changes clothes, but that doesn’t take away from the fact that her icy blonde curtain bangs are iconic!

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Olivia Rodrigo

Olivia Rodrigo

Pop culture newcomer Olivia Rodrigo first launched into the limelight in as a Disney star, but her hit song “Drivers License” solidified her place on red carpets for years to come. 

And what about her bangs, you say? She might be singularly responsible for creating the Gen Z frenzy around shaggy curtain bangs. Boomers might not understand, but their grandkids do!

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Sydney Sweeney

Sydney Sweeney

Another Gen Z icon, Sydney Sweeney from HBO’s Euphoria first debuted her piecey blonde fringe back in 2022. She can pull of any look (and we mean anything), but these bangs left the entire red carpet jaw-dropped. 

Plenty of celebrities change up their hair for big events, and we can safely say Sweeney’s stylist deserves a raise for this eyelash-skimming bangs!

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Shay Mitchell

Shay Mitchell

Shay Mitchell's blunt bangs are pure hair goals. With a confident edge, they scream bold and beautiful. Mitchell rocks them with a carefree vibe that's effortlessly chic. 

These bangs aren't just a style choice; they're a fierce accessory, making a statement that's impossible to ignore. They almost make us forget that she didn't have them for 7 seasons of Pretty Little Liars

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Rachel McAdams

Rachel McAdams

Rachel McAdams' ginger bangs are pure salon magic. Effortlessly framing her face, they're the epitome of timeless chic and throw us back in time to Old Hollywood glamour. McAdams infuses her iconic fringe with a touch of elegance, making every red carpet appearance unforgettable. 

Her bangs are not just a hairstyle; they're a signature of her personality that radiates sophistication and charm.

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Heidi Klum

Heidi Klum

Heidi Klum's bangs are a style powerhouse. From side-swept glam to bold and blunt, she owns every look. Klum effortlessly showcases the versatility of bangs, adding a touch of supermodel flair to her signature charm. Her bangs aren't just hair; they're a fashion accessory, completing her iconic and ever-evolving look. 

Plus, she cut them herself back in 2021, debuting the DIY look on her Instagram! What can't she do?

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Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift's bangs are a musical and style sensation. From country curls to modern pop perfection, her hair has evolved with her career. 

Ever since she straightened her curls and chopped blunt bangs for a Vogue photoshoot, they've followed her ever since. Whether wispy or bold, they blend a sweetness and sophistication that's as timeless as her music.

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Tia Mowry

Tia Mowry

Tia Mowry is known for her role on the popular sitcom Sister, Sister, where she starred alongside her twin Tamera Mowry. She is also recognized for her work as an actress, producer, and author. But today we’re talking about her hair. 

Tia's swoopy bangs paired with a choppy pixie cut exude modern elegance. The actress effortlessly rocks versatile styles, showcasing a chic and trendy aesthetic that complements her vibrant personality.

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Tyra Banks

Tyra Banks

Tyra Banks gained fame as a model and later hosted the reality TV show America's Next Top Model. While she's been associated with some controversies from her time on the show (including chopping other models' hair off against their will), we can all agree that she gets her hair right every time. 

From fierce pixie cuts to glamorous waves, her styles are as versatile as her talents. Tyra's bangs, whether sleek or bold, add a signature touch, emphasizing her ever-changing yet always stunning look. 

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Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish's hair evolution is as iconic as her alt-pop music. She started with dark hair, neon green roots, and thick curtain bangs. Since the beginning, she's alternated between different hair colors, but has recently settled on our favorite look yet! 

For her album Happier Than Ever, along with the 2021 Met Gala, she showcased a platinum blonde layered blowout with perfectly wispy bangs. She was Marilyn Monroe reincarnated! 

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Julia Roberts

Julia Roberts

Julia Roberts, a Hollywood legend, has flaunted a spectrum of iconic hairstyles, and her timeless elegance always shines through. 

From the billowing red curls and short blonde wig in Pretty Woman to chic bangs in Mary Reilly, Roberts has one of those perfect faces that can rock any style, leaving a permanent mark on the world of cinema. Never tell Julia what she can't do!

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Lily Collins

Lily Collins

Actress Lily Collins has rocket blunt bangs ever since she launched into the limelight. Even rocking a pixie cut, she incorporates them in a way that frames her face perfectly. However, that doesn't mean she should cut them herself. 

Collins posted an Instagram video in 2022 where her stylist cut her bangs; however, her character in Emily in Paris wasn't as lucky. According to Glamour, "Emily commits a major faux pas by cutting her own bangs in an emotional moment." At least she's effortlessly beautiful!

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Margot Robbie

Margot Robbie

Margot Robbie is everywhere nowadays, especially since she swept the world as the leading blonde in Greta Gerwig's Barbie. In the film, she perfectly captures Barbie's iconic doll style with a long blonde blowout and heavy curtain bangs. 

In real life, she leans more subdued, allowing her bangs to complement her features rather than take attention away from the rest of her beautiful features. 

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Zoe Kravitz

Zoe Kravitz

Zoë Kravitz, a trendsetting actress and nepotism baby, sparked controversy with her bold baby bangs. The daring, ultra-short fringe made a statement, dividing opinions in the fashion world. 

Kravitz's fearless embrace of unconventional styles further solidifies her position as a boundary-pushing icon in the realm of beauty and individuality. The haters are just jealous!

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Yara Shahidi

Yara Shahidi

Yara Shahidi effortlessly rocks curly bangs, redefining Hollywood beauty standards with her natural grace. Curly bangs don’t get nearly enough credit, but Yara’s are a perfect example of them done well. 

The Grown-ish star embraces her curls, and her bangs add a playful and stylish dimension to her look. Shahidi's confident embrace of her unique curls makes a powerful statement in the world of diverse and authentic beauty.

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Rashida Jones

Rashida Jones

Rashida Jones made a lasting impact on the hit comedy show Parks and Recreation with her iconic blunt bangs, becoming synonymous with her character, Ann Perkins. 

The sleek, straight-across style added a touch of sophistication to her persona, showcasing Jones's ability to effortlessly blend elegance with humor in the beloved sitcom. She's allowed the look to stick around even after the show ended, and we couldn't be more grateful. 

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Kelly Rowland

Kelly Rowland

Kelly Rowland effortlessly slays with her bangs, adding a bold touch to her soft, short waves. Whether rocking sleek straight-across fringe or experimenting with playful curls, Rowland's bangs showcase her versatile beauty. 

The Grammy-winning artist consistently elevates her style, making her a trendsetter in the world of fashion and beauty.

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Solange

Solange

Solange Knowles (Beyonce's sister) exudes radiant confidence with her signature curly bangs, a bold expression of her individuality. 

The Grammy-winning artist effortlessly merges avant-garde style with natural beauty, making her curly bangs a distinctive and empowering element of her iconic look, challenging conventional beauty standards in the process.

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Halle Berry

Halle Berry

Halle Berry's signature pixie cut is a timeless symbol of elegance and empowerment. The Oscar-winning actress has rocked this iconic short style with grace, making a bold statement in the world of beauty. 

Berry's pixie cut is not just a hairstyle; it's a celebrated part of her confident and trailblazing image. Even when she grows it out, her bangs stick around! 

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Kerry Washington

Kerry Washington

Kerry Washington is a versatile actress celebrated for her roles in Scandal and Django Unchained

With accolades for her compelling performances, Washington's bangs are at the forefront of each. They effortlessly enhance her sophistication and add a touch of glamour to everything she attends, from red carpets to screen appearances.

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Lea Michele

Lea Michele

Known as one of the biggest divas in Hollywood, Lea Michele has rocked her signature blunt brown bangs since her debut on Glee in 2009. The style is polarizing, but we think the controversy stems from people's negative opinions about the actress's personality, not her beauty. 

Come on, people, she rocks those bangs way better than most of us ever could...

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Rumer Willis

Rumer Willis

Rumer Willis, daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, is an actress and singer. Known for her performances on Empire, Pretty Little Liars, The House Bunny, and 90210, she also won Dancing with the Stars. And what was with her through it all? Her bangs. 

Rumer Willis has rocked various hairstyles, including chic bangs that enhance her edgy look and side-swept fringe that leans on the alternative. Whether flaunting sleek fringe or experimenting with bold styles, her bangs become a key element of her image.

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Audrey Hepburn

Audrey Hepburn

We can't reasonably talk about the best bangs to ever grace Hollywood without mentioning the queen herself, Audrey Hepburn. Her short and sweet French-style boy cut was and is the most iconic hairstyle to grace the big screen. 

It takes the most beautiful among women to pull off a style that most people shy away from, and her eyebrow-skimming fringe rounded out the look into a perfectly balanced cut. 

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Bella Hadid

Bella Hadid

Supermodel Bella Hadid's bangs come and go, but we're always anxiously awaiting their return whenever they're gone. Her long, lithe figure pulls off any hair or fashion look she pleases; we'll never deny that. 

However, we personally believe bangs suit her so well that they should remain a staple feature of her style. In particular, the short side-swept fringe featured here is the epitome of classy and chic. 

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Ciara

Ciara

Ciara effortlessly commands attention with her bangs, serving looks that range from sultry to playful. The multi-talented artist and dancer uses bangs to accentuate her dynamic style, showcasing versatility and adding a touch of flair to her ever-evolving image. 

Whether it's streaks of blonde or dark, blunt bangs, Ciara pulls it off without a second thought! 

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Constance Wu

Constance Wu

Constance Wu, the talented actress renowned for her roles in Fresh Off the Boat and Crazy Rich Asians, brings both charm and depth to her characters. 

Wu's fashion-forward approach extends to her signature split bangs, which effortlessly frame her face and add a touch of modern flair to her elegant and distinctive style.

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Penelope Cruz

Penelope Cruz

Penélope Cruz, celebrated for her cinematic brilliance, has also carved a niche in the fashion realm. Known for her timeless elegance, Cruz's fashion reputation is marked by a sophisticated yet daring style. 

Her signature bangs are a key element, framing her face and complementing her modern wardrobe choices. Cruz effortlessly blends classic and contemporary fashion, making her a global icon as an actress and trendsetter.

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Dakota Johnson

Dakota Johnson

Dakota Johnson gained widespread recognition for her role in the Fifty Shades of Grey film trilogy, showcasing her acting prowess and distinctive wispy bangs. 

The bangs have become a style statement, and she hasn't been seen without them since filming the sultry trilogy. Not only do they enhance her natural beauty, but they add an edge to her evolving image in various roles across genres. 

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Kaia Gerber

Kaia Gerber

Kaia Gerber, daughter of supermodel Cindy Crawford, swiftly rose to fame in the modeling world on her own accord when she was a teenager. Her breakthrough came with runway appearances for major fashion houses in 2016. 

Gerber's distinctive bangs, whether sleek or tousled, have become a defining element of her modern and youthful appearance, contributing to her status as one of the most sought-after models in the fashion industry.

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Jenna Ortega

Jenna Ortega

Jenna Ortega's portrayal of the eldest Addams daughter in the Netflix series Wednesday is nothing short of iconic. Her black blunt bangs become a striking trademark, perfectly embodying Wednesday's mysterious and gothic personality. 

Ortega's interpretation of the character, combined with those signature bangs, adds a fresh and bold dimension to this timeless role, captivating audiences with a modern twist on a classic character.

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Gemma Chan

Gemma Chan

Gemma Chan's rise to fame is a testament to her talent and versatility. Known for her roles in SherlockCrazy Rich Asians, and Captain Marvel, Chan has become a prominent figure in Hollywood, with her signature bangs traveling with her along the way. 

The soft curtain bangs elevate every outfit, especially for her elegant appearances on the red carpet. They frame her face in long tendrils that draw attention to her natural beauty.

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Julia Garner

Julia Garner

Ozark actress Julia Garner stole the nation's hearts with her adorably cute blonde curls and wavy bangs. 

Not only is she a phenomenal actress, but her haircut is synonymous with "Julia" everywhere she goes. The day she retires the curly bangs is the day we die a little inside...

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