‘80s Rapper, 58, Unrecognizable After Debuting New Look Causing Fans To Do a Double Take
'80s rapper Pepa always knows how to make an entrance
The 58-year-old member of the iconic rap trio Salt-N-Pepa, whose real name is Jacqueline Denton, had fans buzzing after debuting a major glow-up on the red carpet at the American Music Awards in May.Wearing a 1980s-inspired short black dress that revealed one shoulder, paired with black hose and stilettos, the rapper showed off her enviable legs while keeping the look true to her retro roots. She completed the ensemble with a sleek platinum blonde bob and clean, stunning makeup.
Reactions to Pepa's glam red carpet appearance were mixed (and occasionally unkind), with some fans calling the artist unrecognizable. Commenters even began listing other celebrities they initially mistook her for.
'First glance I thought it was LaToya Jackson,' said one.
'I thought this was Gizelle from Potomac,' added a reality TV fan.
'Thought this was Tamar Braxton!! Pep is looking AMAZING," wrote another.
'She's giving Lil' Kim,' another shared.
One even commented, 'Patti LaBelle is killing it!!!'While some debated whether they liked the look, others couldn't resist commenting—oddly—on her knees. (Really, comment section?)
We think she looks terrific—knees included.
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'80s Rapper, 58, Unrecognizable After Debuting New Look Causing Fans To Do a Double Take first appeared on Parade on Jun 13, 2025
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