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Rare Sighting of Iconic '80s Actress, 71, Has Fans Saying ‘That Hair Is Everything'
Rare Sighting of Iconic '80s Actress, 71, Has Fans Saying 'That Hair Is Everything' originally appeared on Parade.
Actress Ellen Barkin has always been unapologetically authentic. The Ocean's 13 star, 71, is being celebrated by fans for her 'gorgeous' appearance after being spotted walking her dog in New York City. The Animal Kingdom actress, known for her outspoken and fearless persona, sported a casual look—jeans, sneakers, and a white blouse—while out and about with her beloved pooch. But it's her hair that has fans once-infamous golden blonde locks are now cut into a chic, ear-length bob and dyed a more natural shade, a shift from the platinum hue she sported in her breakout roles in classics like Sea of Love alongside Al Pacino.
In a video shared to social media of Barkin's stylish dog walk, fans flooded the comments with praise for the 71-year-old actress.'Authentic,' wrote one fan. Another added, 'Still cool.'
'Love this,' said one commenter. 'Age with grace and realism.'
Many fans referenced her fan-favorite turn as Janine "Smurf" Cody in TNT Network's Animal Kingdom, while others fondly remembered her role in Sea of Love.
'She's still gorgeous,' summed up one admirer. 'That hair is everything.'
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Rare Sighting of Iconic '80s Actress, 71, Has Fans Saying 'That Hair Is Everything' first appeared on Parade on Jul 7, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 7, 2025, where it first appeared.
