12 Popular Celebrities Who Have Rocked The Modern Mullet
Celebrities And The Mullet Hairstyle You’ve probably heard by now that the mullet has made a comeback in hair fashion in the last few decades. And hopefully you didn’t pass…
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 08: Miley Cyrus performs at the Sunset Marquis on February 08, 2020 in the heart of celebrities land, West Hollywood, California. Miley’s mullet is reminiscent of Carol Brady’s.
Erik Voake / Stringer via Getty ImagesCelebrities And The Mullet Hairstyle
You've probably heard by now that the mullet has made a comeback in hair fashion in the last few decades. And hopefully you didn't pass out before hearing that it's not the 80s style you're thinking of. I know Billy Ray has become more popular since his kid got so edgy, but he's still not quite that influential. Remember his hair during the "Achy Breaky Heart" days? That's the hair that isn't coming back. Yes, let's all take a moment to rejoice.
The Modern Mullet
What has come back is more of a shag look than a traditional mullet from yesteryear. That had a very severe difference between the really short sides and top of the head compared to the long tail in the back. What celebrities have been rocking in the 2000s is more subtle. Some are doing a bit longer in the back but still keep the top and sides long as well. Some are doing what's really more of a shag look. And I have seen a couple hairdos more similar to what Joan Jett wore in the 80s.
A Hairstyle With Roots In History
There are many versions of the mullet, both old and new. And, according to mulletchamp.com, the hairstyle has actually been around a very long time. Mullet Champ even mentioned that Homer's "Illiad" made a reference to a hairstyle that sounded a lot like the mullet: “their forelocks cropped, hair grown long at the backs.” They also mentioned that back in Greek days, the mullet served a protective purpose. The long hair in back covered up the neck from sun damage, while short hair in front still showed off the face.
Here's another thing you might not know, because I know I didn't. There are names for different mullets. Billy Ray Cyrus, who we can all agree is a mullet expert, breaks them down in this video.
Celebrities Rocking The Modern Mullet
Well I can't argue that resourcefulness, no matter how unattractive I think the mullet can be. But, just like in the 80s, there are some celebrities that have really made the modern version of the mullet work for them. Here are my favorites.
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Miley Cyrus
Amy Sussman / Staff via Getty ImagesRonnie Wood
Kevin Winter / Staff via Getty ImagesINDIO, CA - OCTOBER 14: Musician Ronnie Wood of The Rolling Stones of The Rolling Stones performs during Desert Trip at the Empire Polo Field on October 14, 2016 in Indio, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
Natasha Bedingfield
Stephen Lovekin / Staff via Getty ImagesNEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: (L-R) Swimmer Ryan Lochte and singer Natasha Bedingfield attend the Max Azria Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at The Tent, Bryant Park on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images for IMG)
Winnie Harlow
Joe Maher / Stringer via Getty ImagesLONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 04: Winnie Harlow attends The Fashion Awards 2023 presented by Pandora at the Royal Albert Hall on December 04, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Joe Maher/Getty Images)
Joan Jett
Dia Dipasupil / Staff via Getty ImagesPARK CITY, UT - JANUARY 22: Singer Joan Jett attends the "Bad Reputation" Premiere during the 2018 Sundance Film Festival at The Marc Theatre on January 22, 2018 in Park City, Utah. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)
Taraji Henson
Kevin Winter / Staff via Getty ImagesLOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 28: Actors Taraji P. Henson (L) and Tyrese perform a skit onstage during the 2009 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on June 28, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
Cyndi Lauper
razer Harrison / Staff via Getty ImagesLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 26: Cyndi Lauper attends the 62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards at STAPLES Center on January 26, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
Lil Nas X
Jason Kempin / Staff via Getty ImagesNEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 12: Lil Nas X attends the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards at Barclays Center on September 12, 2021 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images)
Rihanna
Cameron Spencer / Staff via Getty ImagesSYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 03: Rihanna performs live on stage at Allphones Arena on October 3, 2013 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)
Dolly Parton
Jason Kempin / Staff via Getty ImagesNASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - OCTOBER 24: Dolly Parton performs at the 2021 Kiss Breast Cancer Goodbye Concert at CMA Theater at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum on October 24, 2021 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images)
Demi Lovato
Emma McIntyre / Staff via Getty ImagesLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 27: Demi Lovato is seen arriving at the 2021 iHeartRadio Music Awards on May 27, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. EDITORIAL USE ONLY (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for iHeartMedia)
Taylor Momsen
Stephen Lovekin / Staff via Getty ImagesNEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 05: Actress Taylor Momsen and designer Max Azria speak on stage during the Conde Nast Media Group's Fifth Annual Fashion Rocks at Radio City Music Hall on September 5, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images)
