It would be hard for Mikey Madison to top her recent Academy Awards night, where she won her first Oscar for her breakout role in “Anora.” Since then, she’s been named Jonathan Anderson’s first Dior ambassador and has landed parts in “The Social Reckoning”—a sequel to “The Social Network” featuring Jeremy Allen White and Jeremy Strong—in which she portrays a whistleblower who exposes Facebook’s wrongdoing, and the thriller “Reptilia,” where she stars alongside Kirsten Dunst as a dental hygienist lured into Florida’s exotic animal trade by a mysterious mermaid.

But back to last night’s glamorous 2025 Academy Museum Gala, where Madison debuted a fresh haircut by her longtime stylist Rena Calhoun. Known for her dark, chest-length hair in “Anora” and “Once Upon a Time In Hollywood,” Madison has often worked with Calhoun to create elegant, classic looks for red carpets and awards shows—from a chic chignon at the Oscars to slicked-back hair at the Golden Globes, and occasionally a deep middle part with soft waves.

This time, her hair was a lighter mahogany brown with sun-kissed ends.

“For this look, I wanted something softly sculpted, natural, timeless, and romantic,” Calhoun told Vogue. “We aimed for effortless yet refined—classic but with a modern twist. We began the day with a major haircut for an upcoming role, which inspired the styling. I wanted the hair to move beautifully and feel touchable.”

Calhoun used Schwarzkopf Professional products throughout. After the cut, she applied OSiS+ Upload Bodyfying Cream from roots to ends on damp hair for body and control. She blow-dried it smooth with a round brush, keeping volume at the roots. Then, she curled all the hair in the same direction with a 1¼-inch iron for uniform waves, pinning each section to cool and set. Once cooled, she brushed through the waves to soften them, used clips to define the “S” shape, and let it set.

Next, she spritzed OSiS+ Texture Craft Spray on the mid-lengths and ends for extra movement, followed by OSiS+ Freeze for hold. Finally, she applied a bit of OSiS+ Glow at the roots to smooth flyaways. “The products really make the difference,” Calhoun emphasized.

Madison’s makeup was equally classic, done by Melissa Hernandez: a flawless base, soft grapefruit blush, liquid eyeliner, ’60s-style lashes, and a rosy pink lip.

The hair and makeup complemented her romantic custom Dior gown, inspired by Look 71 from Jonathan Anderson’s spring 2026 womenswear debut for the house. The dress had billowy sleeves cuffed above the wrists, a deep scoop neck, a bow-tied waist, and a flowing sheer silver embroidered skirt. Its dynamic hemline mirrored the movement of her sleek, free-flowing hair. As Mikey Madison and Rena Calhoun demonstrate, great style begins with exceptional glam.

Frequently Asked Questions
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General Beginner Questions

1 Who is Mikey Madison
Mikey Madison is an actress best known for her roles in movies like Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and Scream

2 What does her new haircut look like
She has debuted a very short choppy pixie cut which is a significant change from her previous longer hair

3 Why did she cut her hair so short
She cut her hair specifically for an upcoming yettobeannounced acting role Actors often change their appearance to better fit a character

4 Is the haircut real or a wig
Based on photos and videos from the event it appears to be her real hair that she has cut

5 What was the public reaction
The reaction has been largely positive with many fans and fashion commentators praising her bold new look and confidence

Advanced RoleSpecific Questions

6 What can a drastic haircut tell us about her new role
A drastic haircut often signals a transformative role It could suggest her character is rebellious going through a major life change or is in a gritty realistic story where vanity is secondary

7 How common is it for actors to change their appearance for a role
It is very common Its considered a sign of dedication and helps both the actor and the audience believe in the character This can range from weight lossgain to growing facial hair or as in this case cutting hair

8 Has she had short hair for a role before
No this is a notably dramatic change She has typically had medium to long hair in her previous prominent roles

9 What are the practical benefits of short hair for an actor on set
Short hair can significantly reduce time in the hair and makeup chair is easier to manage under wigs or hats and can prevent continuity errors between shots filmed on different days

10 What is a common challenge for actors after cutting their hair for a role
The main challenge is being typecast or having to wait for their hair to grow out before auditioning for other roles that might require a different look They may also have to wear wigs for other projects in the