Keri Russell Was Once The Dream Girl – You Won’t Believe Her Today

49-year-old actress Keri Russell shared her thoughts on the intense pressure the entertainment industry has placed on appearance and rejuvenation. According to the star, the topic of plastic surgery is a regular topic among her friends. She noted that cosmetic procedures and surgeries have become incredibly popular among people of all ages, including both men and women. Russell admitted that the constant presence of flawless celebrities creates certain standards that are difficult to meet. Many famous older actors and actresses look so youthful that it is hard not to make comparisons. Speaking about her work on the popular series "The Diplomat," the actress noted that she loves the way she looks on screen. However, she is surprised that a natural appearance is now perceived as unusual. In her opinion, in modern society, natural aging is increasingly rare. Keri has been in a relationship with actor Matthew Rhys for over ten years, whom she met on the set of "The Americans." The couple is raising a son, Sam. The actress also has two children, River and Will, from a previous marriage. Reflecting on the position of women in society, Russell emphasized that others constantly judge their appearance. According to her, people feel entitled to discuss everything from their hairstyle and clothing to age-related changes. She considers this a characteristic feature of modern culture. These themes are partly reflected in the series "The Diplomat." The actress admitted that she admires her character, Kate, who doesn't strive to please others and often reacts harshly to comments about her appearance. This character's personality makes the role particularly interesting to play. Keri Russell has already faced strong public reactions to changes in her appearance. While filming the series "Felicity" in the late 1990s, she unexpectedly parted with her long curls. This decision caused quite a public outcry. The actress recalls that the short haircut was the creators' idea. In the story, her character was going through a breakup and, as often happens in life, decided to change her image radically. However, no one expected the audience to react so emotionally to this decision. After the new episodes aired, strangers would approach Russell on the street and tell her she looked better before. According to the actress, this reaction took her completely by surprise. Interestingly, years later, the creators of "The Diplomat" decided to play on the public's attention to her hair humorously. In one episode, Kate's character explains her slightly disheveled style by saying she has more important things to do than spend hours in front of the mirror. Russell herself takes such jokes with a smile. She admits that people continue to discuss her hairstyle even decades after the "Felicity" incident. The actress says she finds it more amusing than annoying. Today, Keri Russell remains a proponent of naturalness and believes that every woman should decide for herself how to look, without being guided by others' expectations.