> At a Glance
> – Jennifer Aniston revealed she’s naturally brunette, not blonde
> – The 56-year-old said she’d consider returning to her darker roots
> – She previously went brunette for her role in 2011’s “Horrible Bosses”
> – Why it matters: The revelation challenges decades of her signature blonde look that fans associate with her “Friends” character
Jennifer Aniston has dropped a bombshell about her famous hair, admitting her iconic blonde locks aren’t natural and she’s open to returning to her brunette roots.
The Hair Revelation
In a video posted to Instagram on January 6, Aniston made the surprising confession about her hair color. Gesturing to her blonde hair, she stated:
> “I was a natural brunette. This is fake.”
The admission came as she discussed her beauty routine with fans, revealing that the blonde shade she’s famous for is actually dyed.
Past Brunette Transformation
Aniston isn’t opposed to going darker again, having previously made the switch for a movie role. She recalled dyeing her hair brown for her part as dentist Julia in 2011’s “Horrible Bosses,” a look that resembled her best friend Courteney Cox’s natural color.
Courteney Cox referenced this transformation during their conversation, saying:
> “You were a badass dentist.”
Her Wellness Philosophy
Beyond hair care, Aniston shared her approach to maintaining her physique at 56 years old. She follows what she calls the “80/20 approach” to healthy living.
- 80% healthy living
- 20% indulgence (martinis, pizza, burgers, late nights with friends)
She told Allure in January 2025 that she works out “a minimum of four times a week” but emphasizes that health extends beyond exercise.
> “I meditate in the morning. I stretch before bed. I’ve been really trying to work on my sleep hygiene.”
The actress has been prioritizing rest, trying to be in bed by 10 p.m. during the week to “turn everything off and then just sit there and let the world come crashing in.”
Key Takeaways
- Jennifer Aniston’s signature blonde hair is dyed, not natural
- She was born a brunette and would consider returning to darker hair
- Previously went brunette for her role in “Horrible Bosses”
- Follows an 80/20 approach to health and wellness
- Prioritizes sleep, meditation, and regular exercise
The revelation about her natural hair color adds another layer to the actress’s beauty evolution that fans have followed for decades.
