There isn’t a single day of the year that isn’t dedicated to one group of society or another. On September 23, it’s the turn of gingers across the globe, who are encouraged to flaunt their unique locks even more than usual on Redhead Appreciation Day.
A rare genetic trait
According to statistics, only around 4 percent of the world’s population is naturally redheaded, making it a truly distinctive characteristic.
For a child to be born with red hair, both parents must carry the mutated MC1R redhead gene, and even then, the chances of the trait being passed on are relatively low.
Celebrity redheads who stand out
With that in mind, this collection of celebrity redheads, and their impressive achievements, becomes even more remarkable. Take a moment to honor these iconic, flame-haired stars this Redhead Appreication Day.
Lucille Ball
Is the legendary star of “I Love Lucy” the most iconic redhead in American television history?
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Jessica Chastain
The Academy Award-winning actress is best known for her roles in “Zero Dark Thirty,” “The Help,” and “Interstellar.”
Amy Adams
Adams has starred in numerous critically acclaimed films, including “Arrival,” “American Hustle,” and “Enchanted”
Ruper Grint
Grint’s red hair became instantly iconic alongside his portrayal of Ron Weasley, Harry Potter’s beloved, loyal friend.
Julianne Moore
The Oscar-winning actress is celebrated for her roles in “Still Alice,” “Boogie Nights,” and “The Hours.”
Emma Stone
Stone has won Best Actress Oscars for her roles in “La La Land” and “Poor Things.”
Nicole Kidman
Appeared alongside Moore in “The Hours,” a film for which she also won an Academy Award for Best Actress.
Seth Green
An actor, producer, and voice artist Green is famous for his roles in “Austin Powers,” “Family Guy,” and as co-creator of “Robot Chicken.”
Debra Messing
Best known for her role in the hit TV show “Will & Grace.”
Lindsay Lohan
A pop culture figure from a young age, Lohan gained fame with films like “Mean Girls” and “The Parent Trap.”
Damian Lewis
Lewis has earned recognition on both U.S. television and international stages thanks to his commanding performances in “Homeland” and “Band of Brothers”, along with his red hair.
Gillian Anderson
Most famous for her roles as Agent Scully on The X-Files and Margaret Thatcher in “The Crown,” as well as being bidialectal.
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