The color red is often associated with the devil, and thus it is believed that having red hair is a curse. Many people even go as far as to believe that people who have red hair were conceived when a woman was menstruating. A very common misconception is that women who are redheads cannot be pretty. Many picture a frizzy-headed freckled-faced kid when they think of red hair. In reality, many redheaded celebrities have gained a lot of exposure due to both their beauty and talent. Here are just some of the many of the redhead celebrity icons throughout history. Whether they have fiery read hair, light red hair or auburn hair, each and every single one has proved themselves to be very successful.
Lucille Ball (1911-1989)
We all love Lucy – and her red hair! Lucille Ball is remembered for the spunky personality as Lucy McGillicuddy Ricardo in I Love Lucy, that she starred in with her husband Desi Arnaz. Her accomplishments go as far as being the first woman to ever own her own filming studio. Many believe that Lucille Ball would have never became famous if she didn’t have red hair.
Rita Hayworth (1918-1987)
Although she was known to be both quiet and shy, Rita Hayworth was well known for her sexuality. The hit that lead to her fame was Gilda, though she starred in some other very popular movies as well. Many still consider Rita Hayworth the sexiest redheaded celebrity in history, though that is quite a controversial subject in general.
Maureen O’Hara (1920-Present)
You’ve probably seen Maureen O’Hara in the original version of the Parent Trap, where she starred as the twins’ mother, if nothing else. She also starred in the Miracle on 34th Street. Maureen O’Hara is as well known for her beautiful voice that one can often hear an accent from her Irish heritage through as she is for being a redheaded beauty.
Susan Sarandon (1946-Present)
Susan Sarandon’s resume as an actress is quite lengthy. Some of the popular movie hits that can be found on it include Stepmom, Elizabethtown, Shall We Dance and will soon be in a movie based on the popular book called the Lovely Bones. Susan Sarandon is not only a very pretty redhead, but she is also very talented.
Reba McIntyre (1955-Present)
Known as the Queen of Country Music, Reba McIntyre is the most well known for her beautiful red hair. Aside from music, she has also starred in her own hit tv series called “Reba,” and has recently done a lot of voices for animated movies, such as Charlotte’s Web. Any fan of Reba will easily agree that she is a very beautiful redhead.
Marcia Cross (1962-Present)
Marcia Cross is recognized as a very beautiful and talented redheaded actress. She has starred in many very popular tv series, including “One Life to Live,” “Melrose Place,” “Everwood,” and most recently, “Desperate Housewives.” Many believe that the future still holds a lot for this memorable redhead, who is now a mother to twin girls named Eden and Savannah.
Julia Roberts (1967-Present)
The highest paid actress during one point in time, Julia Roberts has been in a number of memorable movies. Some of them include Pretty Woman, My Best Friend’s Wedding, Stepmom, Hook, and Runaway Bride. She was once voted as the “Sexiest Bespectacled Star” for In Touch magazine. Julia Roberts is predicted to be a long remembered red head for years to come.
Geri Halliwell (1972-Present)
Geri Halliwell, a member of the band the Spice Girls, was well known for her red hair with blonde highlights. Platform shoes and short dresses are what you probably think of when you think of “Ginger Spice.” After the Spice Girls, she went on to do her own work as a musician. No matter what the future may bring for Geri Halliwell, there is no doubt that she will long be remembered as a sexy Spice Girl.
Kate Winslet (1975-Present)
Kate Winslet is most famous for her performance as Rose in the Titanic, but has also played in some other box office hits such as Finding Neverland with Johnny Depp, the Holiday and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. Her red hair is just one of her many beautiful characteristics.
Kellie Martin (1975-Present)
Kellie Martin is definitely a very talented and beautiful redhead. She is the most well known for the tv movies that she has starred in, many which have appeared on Lifetime. She also starred as Janie Johnson in the movie Face on the Milk Carton, based on the popular book series with the same title.
Lindsay Lohan (1986-Present)
Lindsay Lohan began her acting career with Disney’s the Parent Trap. Since then, she has played in some pretty well known movies, such as Freaky Friday, Mean Girls, Herbie Fully Loaded and Bobby. Though she has taken part in some recent illegal behavior, with 12 wins and 16 nominations, she seems to be off to a good start acting. It is likely that Lindsay Lohan, who is naturally a redhead, will be remembered for a long time.
As you can see, there have really been some wonderful redheaded celebrities throughout time. This is just to name a few of the many. There is no doubt that there will be more in the future. The next time that someone tells you that a redheaded woman cannot be pretty, it is important to remind them of at least one of the beautiful, talented redheaded celebrities that have been mentioned here.
