You may not know this, but redheads comprise a small percentage of the world’s population. Only two are redheaded out of every one hundred people in the world! As you can imagine, it is hard for a redhead to find work in modeling or acting because they are so rare. Luckily for us, some talented ginger-haired folks made their way into Hollywood and onto our screens! This article will list twenty top models and actresses that anyone with natural red hair should be proud to call their own.
1. Kaley Cuoco Actress, Big Bang Theory
Though Kaley Cuoco is naturally a blonde, she has rocked red hair in several roles, captivating audiences with her vibrant personality. Best known as Penny in The Big Bang Theory, Kaley has since starred in the Emmy-nominated series The Flight Attendant. In 2023, she welcomed her first child and launched a production company, further diversifying her talents.
2. Christina Hendricks
Christina Hendricks became a style icon thanks to her role as Joan Holloway in Mad Men. Her fiery red hair and classic hourglass figure challenged Hollywood’s beauty norms. In 2023, she starred in The Buccaneers on Apple TV+, playing a wealthy New York matron in this 1870s period drama, once again proving her talent and elegance.
3. Lucy Hale
Though naturally brunette, Lucy Hale has often dyed her hair auburn and red for roles. She gained fame as Aria Montgomery in Pretty Little Liars. In recent years, she’s starred in the thriller Ragdoll and rom-com Which Brings Me to You (2023), continuing to evolve her image from teen star to mature actress.
4. Cintia Dicker
Brazilian model Cintia Dicker is a natural redhead whose freckled face and striking look have made her a runway favorite. She has graced the pages of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition and campaigns for major brands like Yves Saint Laurent and H&M. Recently, she became a mother and advocates for body positivity and sustainable fashion.
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5. Erin Chambers
Erin Chambers is best recognized for her roles in General Hospital and The Young and the Restless. Her angelic red locks and versatile acting have made her a staple in daytime television. In recent years, she’s focused more on family and faith-based film projects.
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6. Shirley Manson
The lead singer of alternative rock band Garbage, Shirley Manson is known for her rebellious attitude and flaming red hair. A feminist icon in music, she recently collaborated with younger artists and released a Garbage album in 2023 titled No Gods No Masters, which was widely praised for its political commentary and sharp lyricism.
7. Lily Cole
Model and actress Lily Cole has worked with high-end brands like Chanel, Alexander McQueen, and Louis Vuitton. After starring in The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus, she took a step back from modeling to pursue academics at Cambridge. Now an environmental activist and author, Lily continues to balance intellect with artistry.
8. Rachelle Lefevre
Known for her roles in Twilight as Victoria and the CBS series Under the Dome, Rachelle Lefevre has remained active in TV and film. In 2022, she starred in The Sounds and continued her advocacy for animal rights and mental health awareness.
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9. Elyse Levesque
was born on June 25th, 1982, in Vancouver, Canada. She is best known for playing Aurora de Martel and Eva Sinclair on the “The Originals.”
Elyse was also a regular cast member on Stargate Universe, which aired from 2009 until 2011!
10. Karen Gillan
She is a Scottish actress, singer and songwriter. She rose to popularity after taking up the role of Amy in the film titled, ‘Doctor Who. ‘She has featured in several other movies like Avengers and Jumanji.
11. Emma Stone
Emma is an American actress nominated twice at both the Academy Awards and Golden Globe Awards. Emma got recognized by many people when she played in The Amazing Spiderman back in 2012, but that wasn’t even her first movie role ever!
12. Katie Leclerc
is an actress from the United States of America who is best known for playing on Disney’s “Switched at Birth.” Katie was born on May 13th, 1988, and she has a sister named Vanessa Leclerc too!
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13. Rose McIver
Rose Mclver, who plays Claire in the movie “Deadpool”, acts as a sidekick to Ryan Reynolds (Wade Wilson/Deadpool.
14. Isla Fisher Actress & Author
Isla a redhead model,was born Isla Lang Fisher on February 3rd, 1976 in Muscat, Oman.Her first film role came back in 1994 when she appeared as Vivienne Kensington in “Paradise road” alongside Australian actress Glenn Close.
15. Mae Whitman Actress & Singer
She’s best known for playing Ann Veal on the TV show Arrested Development, but Mae is also a talented singer who regularly performs at live concerts now and then.
16. Felicia Day
She is an American actress, author, and singer who has been featured in many movies, including the Emmy award-winning “Dr. Horrible’s sing-a-long blog”!
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17. Rachel Nichols Actress & Model
She is best known for playing Ashley Seaver on the TV series Criminal Minds. She is amongst the top red haired actresses. Still, Rachel got her big break back when she appeared in G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra alongside others like Channing Tatum, Marlon Wayans, Sienna Miller, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Ray Park, etc.
18. Azura Skye
Azura is an actress who plays Piper Shaw. Some movies she has been in are “21”, “The Legend of Zorro” and “Saturday Night Live”.
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19. Bonnie Wright
She is known for roles in several Harry Potter films. She did her first Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone where she played Ginny Weasley, the kid sister to Ron Weasley.
20. Maureen O’Hara
was an Irish actress. Her specialty was in adventure movies. She played the role of a wise heroine. Her first movie was titled Hunchback of Notre Dame. The world still remembers years after her demise.
