Pamela Anderson’s striking Met Gala fashion turns heads

Pamela Anderson Shocks with Unrecognizable Look

Pamela Anderson turned heads at the 2025 Met Gala — not just for her outfit, but because she looked almost unrecognizable. At 57, aging is natural, but this transformation stunned many. Naturally, the internet exploded with reactions.

Ditching Her Signature Blonde Waves

Pamela has never shied away from bold moves. At Monday’s Met Gala, she revealed a dramatic new look while keeping a few signature touches. Gone were her iconic long blonde locks. Instead, she rocked a short, chic bob — similar to Miley Cyrus’ Oscars after-party micro bangs.

Even more surprising, Pamela skipped heavy glam. She chose minimalist makeup that let her natural beauty shine.

Sleek Silver Gown Steals the Spotlight

Wearing a silver Tory Burch gown, Pamela embraced the “Tailored for You” theme. The long-sleeve dress, decorated with blue, red, and silver crystals, paired perfectly with Pandora jewelry.

Makeup artist Pat McGrath told People, “Pam wanted makeup again, but we pushed her natural beauty to the next level. We showed how a full face can still look fresh and beautiful.”

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Mixed Reactions Flood Social Media

Pamela attended with her son, Brandon Thomas Lee, who chose a classic black tuxedo. But as always at the Met Gala, the spotlight was firmly on Pamela.

Fans were divided. Some praised her confidence and grace. Others harshly criticized her style.

Top Instagram comments on E! News’ video included:

“I love her, but her stylist needs fired.”
“I’d love to see her with some eyebrows.”
“It’s like she’s trying to look unattractive — and succeeding.”
“What happened to her beautiful hair?”

Echoes of Joan of Arc?

Pamela first made waves by going makeup-free at Paris Fashion Week in 2023. She told Vogue France, “Something came over me. I was in these beautiful clothes and thought, ‘I don’t want to compete with them.’”

Online, many compared Pamela’s Met Gala look to Joan of Arc — and not just for the short hair. Both women faced intense public scrutiny, constantly judged by their appearances. Pamela, once a global sex symbol, keeps reinventing herself, much like Joan defied traditional roles in her time.