Zooey Deschanel's Mind-Blowing Makeover in Physical Has Fans Doing a Double-Take
The fans were not expecting this.
Since its premiere in 2009, (500) Days of Summer has helped establish Zooey Deschanel as a true style icon. Her unique taste in clothes and quirky behaviour seemed refreshingly new to many. Her status as a fashion icon was further solidified by the hit comedy show New Girl, which enjoyed a successful seven-year run. However, after the show's conclusion, Zooey virtually disappeared from the public eye, only to return this year with a radically new look.
It was earlier announced that Zooey would be joining Rose Byrne in the final season of Apple TV+'s comedy-drama Physical. However, people did not expect the actress to alter her appearance so drastically for the role. Despite the noticeable changes, Zooey is still recognizable, but it would take a keen eye to identify the actress playing Kelly Kilmartin in Physical at first glance.
In addition to her bleached blonde hair and retro outfits, Zooey's face looks completely different in the show because she's wearing way more makeup than usual.
Nevertheless, she still looks fantastic in her new look. The fact that she underwent this transformation for a role suggests that she saw something of value in the final season of Physical, a series many consider to be a highly underrated female-led show.
Moreover, this role could significantly change Zooey's career trajectory. Kelly Kilmartin is not just an actress but a figment of Byrne's character's imagination, making Zooey's role more challenging to pull off.
Given that critics have been praising Physical for some time now, it seems that it was a wise move on Zooey's part to join the cast and surprise the world with a completely new look. She may even be in line for an award nomination later this year.
Nevertheless, fans are hoping that Zooey will not be sticking with her 1980s look outside the show. Millions of people admire her for who she is, quirks and black hair included. A permanent change might alienate a significant portion of her audience.