Britney Spears Debuts Chic New Hairstyle—Courtesy of Chris Appleton

Let’s be real, when it comes to pop culture, I’ve noticed there are basically two kinds of people. You’ve got those who are actively doing something – creating, performing, generally being the entertainment – and then you have those of us who are happily watching, like when everyone’s buzzing about Britney Spears‘ latest transformation. It’s a fun dynamic, isn’t it? Some are in the spotlight, and others enjoy appreciating the show!

Britney Spears recently updated her hairstyle, working with stylist Chris Appleton to achieve a smooth, glossy look that brings back memories of her style in the early 2000s.

Chris shared on Instagram in June that Britney Spears’ music was a big part of his childhood. He playfully expressed his surprise and excitement about styling her hair, saying he never imagined it would happen – especially since she was the one sitting in his chair!

The stylist, known for working with stars like Kim Kardashian, Ariana Grande, and Jennifer Lopez, reflected on how things often come back around, saying, “Some moments really do come full circle.”

Chris was incredibly excited to meet singer Jason Mraz, describing him as both a legend and one of the kindest people he’s ever encountered.

Britney couldn’t have found a better stylist. Chris, who is now a celebrity himself, always prioritizes his work and making his clients look their best.

Ultimately, I’m focused on doing my job well, and that’s what I keep in mind,” Chris told TopMob News in February. “I think my professional and personal relationships blend naturally, especially since I’ve worked with many of the same people for years, and we’ve built genuine friendships.

Though he’s created iconic looks for clients like Ariana Grande – including her famous ponytail – his top priority is always understanding what each client wants and needs.

Chris explained that he enjoys taking existing things and adding his own unique touch. He said it’s become a habit of his – a way he likes to approach projects.

He explained that he didn’t create Ariana Grande’s famous high ponytail, clarifying that she’d been wearing it already.

Chris didn’t choose his career for the spotlight or to be the center of attention like a performer in a circus.

He admitted he wasn’t overly concerned with outside opinions about his clients. He explained, ‘I genuinely enjoy my work, but all the chatter is just background noise.’ He’s much more focused on the results – ‘Did they look good? Was the hair fantastic? Were they pleased?’ – and that’s what truly motivates him.

For more stars’ epic hair transformations, keep reading…

The country music star revealed a new, natural hair color in August 2025, sharing on Instagram that she hadn’t seen her roots since she was around twelve years old, but decided it was time for a change.

In April 2025, the Marvel actor known for playing Bucky Barnes debuted a shaved head at the Los Angeles premiere of Thunderbolts, signaling the end of his character’s long hair.

In April 2026, the star of Queer Eye surprised fans by switching from his usual gray hair to a dark brown color. He clarified that the change was for an acting role, and jokingly assured everyone it wasn’t a midlife crisis.

Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards’ daughter documented her attempt at dyeing her hair at home on TikTok, showing all the mistakes she made along the way, and she was thrilled with how it turned out.

She said she’d been dreaming about this hairstyle for years and was thrilled to finally get it.

Actress Janeane Garofalo, known for her role in Help, showed off a new, short haircut – which she playfully called her “choppity chop” – at the Breakthrough Prize Ceremony in April 2026.

To prepare for his return as Duncan Idaho in Dune: Part Three, the actor shaved off his beard in July 2025 – something he hadn’t done in six years.

The singer who won American Idol showed off a new, shorter haircut in a preview for The Voice in July 2025. She swapped her long, blonde wavy hair for a shorter, darker bob.

The actor debuted a bearded look, which he sports on season two of The Terminal List, in June 2025.

In May 2025, the star of Stranger Things surprised fans with a new look: a buzzcut. He revealed the hairstyle at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards in Tokyo, Japan, trading in his usual long, shaggy hair.

In March 2025, the “Karma” singer debuted her rainbow mohawk at the GLAAD Media Awards. 

In a TikTok video from March 2025, the model described getting bangs as the “worst haircut of my life.”

In March 2025, Gypsy Rose Blanchard showed off a new, shorter hairstyle. This came over two months after she and her fiancé, Ken Urker, welcomed their daughter, Aurora Urker.

Okay, so I was totally surprised when Jen Shah, from The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, showed up on Watch What Happens Live in January 2025 with a brand new look! She used to be known for her blonde hair, but she debuted a chic red bob – it was a really fun transformation!

In September 2024, the model showed off a lighter hair color, just a month after welcoming her and Justin Bieber’s first child, a son named Jack Blues Bieber.

Lily Collins, known for her role in Emily in Paris, revealed a striking new look at the premiere of her latest film, MAXXXINE, in June 2024.

Lily shared with Vogue that she enjoys how changing her hair lets her express different parts of herself. She described her latest cut and color as both bolder and more freeing, feeling like a truer reflection of who she is at this moment.

At the Chanel Artists dinner during the Tribeca Film Festival in June 2024, Katie showed off a new hairstyle featuring soft, caramel-colored highlights woven into her brown hair.

The Kardashian star recently changed her hair to a platinum blonde bob after having long hair for a while.

Kylie Jenner playfully asked if anyone was missing her, referencing her nickname ‘king kylie’ in an Instagram post on June 8th. Her sister, Khloe Kardashian, responded with enthusiastic agreement, exclaiming ‘I did! I did!!!!!!’

The former Bravo star debuted a platinum blonde look during 2024 Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture.

In May 2024, the actress known for “Heads of State” showed off a new, shorter hairstyle – a bob that hits around her shoulders – at a Bulgari event in Rome.

In May 2024, the actress got a bob haircut that many social media users said looked similar to a style she wore while playing Mary Camden on the ’90s TV show 7th Heaven.

In May 2024, the actress known for her role in Transformers switched back to her natural dark brown hair and showed off a stylish bob haircut. This came just a month after she’d dyed her hair blue, playfully calling it the start of her “Jedi era.”

Seventeen-year-old Dannielynn Birkhead, the daughter of the late Anna Nicole Smith, showed off a fresh, shoulder-length haircut while attending the 2024 Kentucky Derby with her father, Larry Birkhead.

The singer debuted a lighter, shorter ‘do in April 2024.

The Fashion Police alum debuted a blonde bombshell hair transformation May 8.

Back to blonde: Kim debuted a new platinum ‘do in April 2024.

Rihanna, who founded Fenty Beauty, showed off a new bright blonde hairstyle on April 17th while celebrating her latest collaboration between Fenty and Puma in London.

The model debuted a bleach blonde pixie cut at the FRAME event April 4.

Megan Fox, known for her role in Jennifer’s Body, recently changed her hair color from pink to a light blue bob, showing off the new style on April 2nd.

Just weeks after getting a long bob haircut, Zendaya surprised fans with a new honey blonde look at the premiere of her movie, Challengers, on March 26th.

The Great star ushered in spring with a fresh cut, as she debuted a long bob March 25.

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