An AI-generated image of music producer Benny Blanco sporting a dramatically different hairstyle has captivated social media, sparking a global conversation about the power of a good haircut.
The Viral Transformation
The frenzy began after Benny Blanco, 37, attended the Golden Globes on Sunday with his wife, singer Selena Gomez, 33. On the red carpet, Blanco showcased his signature curly locks. However, a fan later shared a snap from the event on X, formerly Twitter, that had been digitally altered, seemingly using AI.
The edited image presented a striking new look for the producer. It showed him with shorter sides and a longer, slicked-back quiff on top, his hair completely straightened. The fan captioned the post, 'The power of a good haircut...', and it quickly amassed over one million views.
Internet Reaction to the New Look
The public response was immediate and overwhelmingly positive. Users flooded the comments with shock and admiration for Blanco's potential style switch.
One user exclaimed, 'Oh my god. Someone make this happen for him right now I'm so serious,' while another agreed, 'He looks waaaaaay better with a fresh cut.' Others simply expressed their astonishment with comments like 'Holy [smokes]' and 'Wow.'
A recurring sentiment was that the transformation was long overdue, with one person noting, 'I always thought about this, yeah he should straighten his hair.' The post underscored how a simple change in appearance can dramatically alter public perception.
The Couple's Golden Globes Appearance
Amidst the online hair debate, the real-life couple made a stylish entrance at the awards ceremony. Gomez embodied old Hollywood glamour in a black, strapless velvet Chanel gown featuring elaborate white feather trim at the neckline.
She completed the look with a tightly coiffed 'Dolce Vita' bob and a deep rouge lipstick. Blanco complemented her elegance in a double-breasted black suit with satin lapels, layered over a black shirt and accessorised with a brooch, diamond watch, and a statement chain.
The pair, who tied the knot on September 27 in Santa Barbara, appeared deeply happy. In a November interview, Gomez described the initial weeks of their marriage as 'a dream'.
While Blanco's curly hair remains his trademark, the viral AI experiment has undoubtedly left fans wondering if a real-life style change could be on the cards.
