Iconic '90s Child Star Looks Unrecognizable After Hair Transformationoriginally appeared onParade. At just 15 years old,Amanda Seyfriedkicked off her acting career with roles in the hit soap operasAs the World TurnsandAll My Children. Since her debut in the late '90s, Seyfried, 39, has become a household name, starring in fan favorites likeMean GirlsandMamma Mia! However, if you're familiar with the actress, her latest Instagram post might make you do a double take. Known for her signature long blonde hair, Seyfried surprised fans on Tuesday, June 3, by sharing a selfie that revealed a dramatic new hairstyle. In theInstagramphoto, her long locks are seemingly pulled back, showing off blunt, choppy bangs. Her hair color also appears darker — more of a bronde than her usual light blonde. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Amanda Seyfried💛 (@mingey) Fans quickly took to social media to react to the dramatic change, but Seyfried offered some context behind the hairdo. In the caption, she noted she was sharing behind-the-scenes shots from the set ofLong Bright River, a Peacock crime drama she stars in. "First slide is a flashback idea that we cut out of the gate," she explained. Turns out, the hairstyle was just for the role — so her signature look isn't going anywhere. For those who still believe the hairstyle in the photo is her new permanent look — rest assured, it's not. On Monday, June 2, Seyfried attended a screening ofI Don't Understand Youin New York, and her red carpet photos told a different story. Bangs weren't present, but her usual blonde was. This isn't the first time the actress has switched things up. At the 2024 Met Gala, she surprised fans with intricate, silver S-shaped curls that matched her metallic gown. Iconic '90s Child Star Looks Unrecognizable After Hair Transformationfirst appeared on Parade on Jun 5, 2025 This story was originally reported byParadeon Jun 5, 2025, where it first appeared.