Claire Danes: Her Best Hair?

Through the magic of Hulu, I’ve been watching old episodes of My So-Called Life, the mid-’90s TV show that made Claire Catherine Danes (born April 12, 1979) a star.

Claire was just 15 years old when she landed the role of Angela Chase on the show, which fans loved for its authenticity, but her work was short-lived as the show only lasted a season. Despite the short run, it earned her an Emmy nomination and won her a Golden Globe.

Life as a teenage actress led to her first onscreen kiss, which incidentally occurred before her first one in real life. NOTE: I wouldn’t complain if 1) my first kiss was with Jordan Catalano and 2) they paid me to do it, haaaay.

After the show ended, Claire’s career took off, with roles in more than two dozen films, including Little Women, Romeo + Juliet (with Leonardo) and more recently Stardust, opposite Michelle Pfeiffer and Robert De Niro.

FUN FACT: Claire turned down the role of Rose Dewitt Bukater in Titanic, which later went to Kate Winslet.

On a bizarre note, Claire is a bit notorious among Filipinos as a result of remarks that appeared in a 1998 article for Vogue. Claire’s comments led to her being declared persona non-grata by the government of the country.

I still remember the e-mails from my mom with the subject line, “BAN CLAIRE DANES!!!” and thinking, “What the heck did Angela Chase get herself into?”

While I forgive her for her comments about my birthplace (she was just 19 at the time), as a die-hard Terminator fan, I’ll NEVER forgive her for Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, bluh!

Which of Claire's hairstyles do you like the best?

• 1. Loose waves with side-swept bangs
• 2. Shoulder length with height in the front
• 3. Updo with side-swept bangs
• 4. Mid-length bob with a side part
• 5. Red bob with a center part
• 6. Sleek, chin-length bob
• 7. Updo with twists
• 8. Long and straight with a side part
• 9. Shoulder-length and brown with a side part

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Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

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So far, 25 people have commented on this post. How cool is that?

1. 1. Tavia said, on October 28th, 2009:

   I think she regretted turning down the Rose role from Titanic after seeing what impact had the movie
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2. 2. Citrine said, on October 28th, 2009:

   I actually like her center parted long straight hair (From Romeo and Juliet) the best
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3. 3. Nicole said, on October 28th, 2009:

   I do love how she looks as a blonde, but Angela Chase holds a special place in my heart. Crimson Glow forever!

4. 4. landwhale said, on October 28th, 2009:

   Actually Clair Danes was only about 13 or so when she landed the role and 13-15 when she filmed the episodes. She played a girl older than herself. That was what was so incredible about her performance. My so called Life aired in 1994 but was filmed earlier. Eitherway she looks terrible when her hair is too light because she is so pale. I like her best as a brunette/redhead.

5. 5. Jay said, on October 28th, 2009:

   I love Claire Dane ever since My So Called Life. I really enjoyed watching Stardust. I wonder what happen to the guy that played Tristan. I haven’t seen him in any other movie since. The movie really capture the essence of the book by Neil Gaiman.

6. 6. amy said, on October 28th, 2009:

   I like how chic and sleek her hair looks for #8 but a love number #5 as well during her My So Called Life Years.
   amy’s last blog post… LOTD Chanel Rouge Allure Laque in 76 Ming Swatch on Lips and Review

7. 7. Alyssa said, on October 28th, 2009:

   Hm, didn’t know about the Filipino controversy before…and I’m Filipina! I’m guessing it’s because my mom didn’t catch it on the news or else I’d be banned from watching her films, haha.
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8. 8. All Women Stalker said, on October 28th, 2009:

   1 and 3. Haha 7 look so fun. When did she have that hair?

   -meream
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9. 9. Marce said, on October 28th, 2009:

   How young does she look in #5 and #7! I vote for number 8, her hair looks shiny and healthy, and it doens’t hurt that the cut really flatters her.
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10. 10. Alison said, on October 28th, 2009:

    I used to love my so called life! I had a major crush on Jared Leto (actually still do, he looks so hot in the music videos for 30 seconds to mars!)

11. 11. Mariah said, on October 28th, 2009:

    I like all her hairstyles, and I think I’m going to bring #4 to the salon to get something similar. LOL, although she’s totally my boyfriend’s celeb crush.

12. 12. Karen said, on October 28th, 2009:

    Hi Mariah,

    No. 4 is super cute! Are you gonna go that light?

13. 13. Karen said, on October 28th, 2009:

    Hi Alison,

    I love him when he’s not wearing eyeliner. I dunno, I just can’t get over dudes wearing makeup!

14. 14. Karen said, on October 28th, 2009:

    Hi Meream,

    She looks really young in the pic — I’m guessing the Romeo + Juliet era? That hairstyle seems very late 90s.

15. 15. Karen said, on October 28th, 2009:

    Hi Marce,

    I’m a fan of #8 too. It almost looks like she has some dual color action going on, too, which I like.

16. 16. Karen said, on October 28th, 2009:

    Hi Alyssa,

    Yah, it was a long time ago!

17. 17. Karen said, on October 28th, 2009:

    Hi Amy,

    I am so bummed that I finished the series! I am dying to know what happens to the characters.

18. 18. Karen said, on October 28th, 2009:

    Hi Jay,

    Neil Gaiman is cool. Which book is your fave?

19. 19. Karen said, on October 28th, 2009:

    Hi Landwhale,

    Wow, good trivia fun fact to know!

20. 20. Karen said, on October 28th, 2009:

    Hi Nicole,

    LOL!

21. 21. Karen said, on October 28th, 2009:

    Hi Citrine,

    I like that style on her too. It’s simple and elegant.

22. 22. amy said, on October 28th, 2009:

    I agree Karen, I always wonder if the series went on if Jordan and Angela would last or fizzle out. We should rally for a 15 years later reunion movie. I wish I can find this series in a DVD set.
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23. 23. Anh said, on October 29th, 2009:

    Omg,I didn’t know she said that about the Philippines. Being 19 is no excuse. I’m on Team Karen’s Mom on this one.
    Anh’s last blog post… Cavewoman Costume- How To

24. 24. Martha said, on October 29th, 2009:

    I thought T3 was descent at least.

    What did you think of T4?

25. 25. Alison said, on October 29th, 2009:

    For me I don’t really mind the eyeliner on him or on johnny depp, but only those two!

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