Ariana Grande has officially returned to her signature brunette look after three years of maintaining blonde hair for her role as Glinda in Wicked. The 32-year-old pop star and actress unveiled her new hair color in an Instagram post on October 29, 2025, marking the end of her “Glinda era.” Grande initially dyed her hair blonde in October 2022 to embody the beloved character in the Wicked film series, whose second installment premieres November 21.
From Glinda Blonde to Classic Brunette
Grande shared a mirror selfie captioned, “it’s good to see me, isn’t it? 🫧”—a nod to her Wicked character’s famous line. The image revealed her soft brown curls styled with a side part and minimal makeup, signaling a natural look compared to her Glinda-era glam.
Her longtime hairstylist Francesco De Chiara, known online as @frankhaircolour, was credited in the post. De Chiara reposted the image on his Instagram Stories, writing, “Here she is.” Fans and stylists celebrated the shift, calling it the start of “a new era” for the Positions singer.
Reactions from Stylists and Fans
Grande’s hairstylist Francesco De Chiara and colorist Rachel Bodt both played major roles in maintaining her blonde tones for Wicked. Bodt told InStyle earlier this year that the team “went for a warm, light auburn-brown base with chunky contoured highlights” during the transition phase leading to the brunette comeback.
Fans on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram praised Grande’s return to her roots. Many described her new color as “iconic,” comparing it to her early Thank U, Next era.
Background and Context
Ariana Grande’s blonde transformation began in October 2022, when she dyed her hair for her role as Glinda in the two-part Wicked project by Universal Pictures. The first part released in November 2024, while the second installment, Wicked: For Good, arrives in theaters on November 21, 2025.
Throughout 2023 and 2024, Grande frequently shared behind-the-scenes updates marking her “Blondieversary,” showcasing the work of her hair team. Earlier this year, she hinted at a gradual color change, appearing with darker hues during the Golden Globe Awards and the filming of her short film Brighter Days Ahead.
What’s Next for Ariana Grande
With her Glinda chapter concluding, Grande’s return to brunette may signify the start of a new creative phase. The singer is expected to continue promoting Wicked: For Good through November, followed by new music announcements in early 2026, according to industry sources.
Fans can anticipate her next major red-carpet appearance during the film’s global press tour later this month.
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People Magazine
InStyle
Yahoo Entertainment
Universal Pictures Press Releases
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