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With a striking new hairstyle and a standout moment at the star-studded Joy Awards in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Millie Bobby Brown began 2026. The 21-year-old actress, who is renowned for constantly changing up her appearance, revealed her shortest bob to date, switching from long, red hair to a stylish, chin-grazing brown style that quickly became the topic of the red carpet. Amid dazzling couture and glam accessories, Brown not only showcased her evolving fashion sense but also took home the Personality of the Year award, marking another milestone in her burgeoning career.
A Glamorous New Look and Big Win at the Joy Awards
Millie Bobby Brown shocked fashion enthusiasts on 17th January at the 2026 Joy Awards by revealing a dramatic new hairstyle: a sleek, short haircut that fell barely around her chin. The actress, who has experimented a number of hairstyles over the years, gave up her red-tinged hair in favour of a more elegant chocolate haircut that went well with her appearance on the red carpet.
Brown paired her fresh bob with a dazzling Tamara Ralph Haute Couture gown in shimmering silver, embellished with crystal and floral details that caught the light from every angle. She added striking drop earrings and a traditional red lip to complete the ensemble, creating an "Old Hollywood" vibe that she herself embraced when discussing her new hairstyle at the event.
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The Joy Awards celebrates creativity, entertainment, and influential figures who make positive impacts in their fields—and Brown's win for Personality of the Year highlighted just how much she has grown as a cultural figure since her early breakout role. In her acceptance speech, Brown thanked those who have supported her, calling her family her "anchor" and her husband her "sail," after changing into a second gorgeous outfit for her acceptance moment, this time a feathery and airy gown also designed by Tamara Ralph.
From 'Stranger Things' Star to Style Icon and Award Winner
Millie Bobby Brown first captured global attention as Eleven in the hit Netflix series 'Stranger Things,' a role she played for over a decade with memorable looks including the character's iconic shaved head. She is as well-known off-screen for her daring sense of style, switching up her hair color and length from platinum blonde and bubblegum pink to rich auburn waves during the 'Stranger Things' Season 5 press tour.
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As she moves into new stages of her life and work, the new haircut at the Joy Awards symbolizes not only a stylish decision but also a personal development. In addition to her fashionable makeover, Brown's victory at the Joy Awards confirms her reputation as a personality valued for her charisma and influence in addition to her acting career.
She has also been making headlines personally, discussing her experiences as a wife to Jake Bongiovi and as a new mother with the birth of their first child in 2025. Whether on the red carpet or in her everyday life, Millie Bobby Brown continues to evolve, blending personal milestones with professional achievements and unforgettable style moments.
