Celebrities often undergo significant transformations for their film roles, and this time it’s Halle Berry’s latest look that has everyone talking.
Berry’s newest film, “Never Let Go,” premiered in cinemas on September 27. In the movie, the 58-year-old actress portrays June, a mother of two.
The film’s official synopsis, according to IMDb, states: “A family that has been haunted by an evil spirit for years. Their safety and their surroundings come into question when one of the children questions if the evil is real.”
Given the apocalyptic setting of the horror movie, it was necessary for Berry to forgo her usual glamorous appearance. To accomplish this, veteran make-up artist Norma Patton-Lowin was brought in to craft June’s look.
To mark the release of “Never Let Go,” Berry took to Instagram to share a clip of herself in the make-up chair, showcasing her dramatic new look, complete with hairy armpits.
In the video, Berry displays her armpits to the camera and says, “What’s happening here Norma? What did you do?”
Patton-Lowin laughs in the background, saying, “[The] things I do to you.”
In addition to the fake armpit hair, Berry also revealed exaggerated eyebrows and faux tattoos.
Throughout the film, Berry’s character undergoes multiple transformations. In one scene, she sports dreadlocks, while in others, she is seen with a bleach blonde bob.
Sharing the clips and photos online, Berry captioned them: “Momma in the making. One of the most complex characters I’ve had the pleasure of embodying. #NeverLetGo is in theaters everywhere!”
Fans quickly praised Berry for her dedication to the role.
One fan commented, “Halle, what I love about you transforming into character, you’re not afraid to not be glamorous all the time.”
Another person wrote, “I love how you are showing us more of your ‘I don’t give a F#%^ side’. You really are beautiful inside and out.”
Someone else added, “Wow, the things actors do to fulfill the roles they’re in. Thought for a moment Halle had started to grow an armpit jungle. So funny, LOL!!!”
Another fan initially believed the armpit hair was real, stating, “I viewed this without the sound and was like Halle noooo!!! Then I realized you were in the makeup chair.”
Even if the hair had been real, it’s clear that Berry would still manage to carry it off effortlessly.