At a Glance
- Odessa A’zion addressed wig rumors at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards
- The actress revealed her natural hair took 5 hours to style for the NYC Marty Supreme premiere
- She joked about the cost of high-end wigs ranging up to $30,000
- Why it matters: Fans often speculate about celebrity styling choices, and A’zion’s candid response highlights the effort behind red-carpet appearances
Odessa A’zion set the record straight about her hair while walking the red carpet at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards, confirming her curls are natural after online speculation.
The Wig Debate
Speaking with Deadline on January 4, A’zion laughed off the rumors. “I’ve been told about that. There’s a whole debate, ‘Is it a wig? Is it not?’ I guess we’ll never know. No, I’m kidding.”
She explained the confusion stemmed from her different looks during Marty Supreme premieres:
- Los Angeles premiere (Dec. 8): Wore a wig
- New York City premiere (Dec. 16): Spent 5 hours styling her natural hair
“The gag is the L.A. premiere was a wig and the New York premiere, it took me five hours to do my hair and everyone thinks it’s a wig,” she said.
The Cost of Celebrity Styling
A’zion emphasized the expense of quality wigs, noting they can cost $20,000-$30,000. “You think I can afford a wig like that and wear it all the time? Those are so expensive… I don’t even have a hair, makeup and stylist because I’m trying to save my money.”
Critics Choice Fashion
For the awards ceremony, A’zion wore a custom silver embellished gown by Ott Dubai featuring cape-like sleeves and a high neckline with cutout details. Her natural dark brunette curls cascaded over her shoulders.
About Marty Supreme
A’zion stars as Rachel Mizler, love interest to Timothée Chalamet’s Marty Mauser in Josh Safdie’s A24 film. The story follows a determined table tennis player inspired by real-life Jewish-American pioneer Marty Reisman.
The cast includes:
- Gwyneth Paltrow
- Kevin O’Leary
- Tyler, the Creator
- Abel Ferrara
- Fran Drescher
Key Takeaways
- Odessa A’zion’s natural hair sparked wig rumors after the NYC Marty Supreme premiere
- She alternated between wigs and natural styling for different events
- The actress prioritizes saving money over expensive styling teams
- A’zion plays Rachel Mizler opposite Timothée Chalamet in the A24 sports drama
Her honest response about balancing authenticity with Hollywood glamour shows the reality behind red-carpet perfection.
