Only one to two in every hundred people on the planet have naturally red hair. That rarity is exactly why redheads turn heads, and why so many of the most memorable names in film, music and fashion have been gingers. Here are ten famous redheads who have made fiery hair look good for decades, with a few reasons why we cannot stop looking.
1. Julianne Moore
Few actors wear red hair and freckles with as much confidence as Julianne Moore. The Oscar winner (Still Alice) has built a career on range, from drama to thrillers to comedy, and her red hair has become part of her screen identity. Proof that red only gets better with age.
2. Amy Adams
Warm, funny and brilliant on screen, Amy Adams has earned six Oscar nominations for roles in films like American Hustle and Arrival. Her auburn hair is as famous as her performances, and it gives every role a touch of fairy tale glow.
3. Maureen O’Hara
The Irish-born star of The Quiet Man was nicknamed the Queen of Technicolor, and it is not hard to see why. Her red hair practically glowed on the big screen, and she remains one of the most striking leading ladies of Hollywood’s golden age.
4. Isla Fisher
Australian actor Isla Fisher has been stealing scenes in comedies like Wedding Crashers and Confessions of a Shopaholic for years. Her natural red hair, quick wit and big personality make her one of the most likeable redheads on screen.
5. Bryce Dallas Howard
From The Help to the Jurassic World films, Bryce Dallas Howard has shown that a redhead can lead big blockbusters and thoughtful dramas alike. Her bright, natural red hair is one of the most recognisable in Hollywood.
6. Nicole Kidman
Before she became an Oscar-winning superstar for The Hours, Nicole Kidman began her career with a mane of curly strawberry-red hair. It is the look that first made the world notice her, and it is still the one many fans remember best.
7. Lily Cole
British model and actor Lily Cole was spotted as a teenager and went on to become one of the most photographed faces in fashion. Her pale skin and vivid red hair gave her a look straight out of a painting.
8. Rupert Grint
You do not have to be a woman to be one of the hottest redheads ever. As Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter films, Rupert Grint introduced a generation to the idea that being a ginger is something to be proud of, and he has kept winning fans since.
9. Damian Lewis
The star of Band of Brothers, Homeland and Billions has the kind of red hair that signals charm and a little danger. He has made smart, confident redheads a regular sight on screen.
10. Ed Sheeran
With red hair and a guitar, Ed Sheeran became one of the biggest pop stars of his generation. He has never hidden his ginger roots, and he has helped make red hair cool for millions of fans.
Why the hottest redheads stand out
Red hair comes from a rare gene variant, which is why it is so uncommon and why it tends to run in families. Add pale skin, freckles and a mix of shades from copper to deep auburn, and no two redheads look quite alike. That variety is a big part of the appeal. These are the hottest redheads in the public eye, but you can find plenty more closer to home.
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