See Kelly Ripa’s Hair Transformation Throughout the Years

At the beginning of her acting career, Ripa had long blonde hair and wispy bangs that screamed Saved by the Bell.

At the beginning of her acting career, Ripa had long blonde hair and wispy bangs that screamed Saved by the Bell.

At the 20th annual Daytime Emmy Awards, Ripa is barely recognizable in her ’60s-inspired ‘do, which features a pompadour in a half-up, half-down style.

Ripa is all smiles at 25th annual Daytime Emmy Awards, showing off her facial features with this glossy, slicked-back style.

Kelly Ripa went for a simple, low ponytail while filming her commercial with Regis Philbin in New York City—a style we rarely see on the famous host these days.

While she was pregnant with her first child, Michael Consuelos, Ripa stepped out on the red carpet in 1997 with short blonde hair and dark roots. If she only knew “shadow roots” would become a major hair trend down the road…

Ripa skyrocketed to fame when she joined Regis Philbin as co-host on Live with Regis and Kelly. She sported a light brown hairdo that might surprise some people. But to All My Children fans, it’s reminiscent of Ripa’s early days as Hayley Vaughan.

The wife and mom got all dolled up, wearing her long hair in a tight bun with elegant curls on top. (Fun fact: At the time, she was pregnant with her daughter, Lola Consuelos).

Shortly after launching her talk show career, Ripa debuted her now-signature honey-blonde hair, which fell just below her shoulders.

The actress maintained the sleek style for quite some time. But it wasn’t until 2008 that she started adding layers and curls for additional texture.

In 2012, Ripa stepped out wearing her longest hairstyle to date. She styled her locks in soft curls and even added small braids near her hairline, which act as a makeshift headband.

A few years later, Ripa chopped her long locks and debuted this stunning bob. Harnessing the power of a center part, the actress used soft waves to frame her face without adding too much volume.

In 2017, Ripa was still donning short hair. But instead of experimenting with new colors, she styled her hair straight for a sleek result.

At the 90th annual Academy Awards, Ripa stepped out in a stunning black dress and wore her bleach-blonde hair in full, voluminous curls. We need to know her secret...

In 2020, Ripa bid farewell to the classic bob and opted for medium length style with soft waves.

At a 2021 red-carpet event, the star wore her blonde tresses in big, elegant curls that were the same length as last year.

While Ripa maintained the same length, she sported a middle part with softer curls.

At the 2023 Oscars, Ripa didn’t hold back on her hair’s volume and body. Her hairstylist, Ryan Trygstad, used Halo extensions (or something similar) to achieve Ripa’s desired look.

We have a feeling that Ripa will surprise us with plenty more hair looks in 2023.