Jennifer Love Hewitt Claps Back After Being Called “Fake” Over Bold New Look
Jennifer Love Hewitt isn’t letting the haters get the last word. The Ghost Whisperer star hit back with grace and confidence after some online critics labeled her “fake” in response to a recent selfie that showcased a striking new hairstyle.
The buzz began when Hewitt appeared in an Instagram post shared by her longtime hairstylist, Nikki Lee. The snap revealed a fresh bob cut and a rich brunette shade, with Lee captioning the post: “Was time to spice things up.” And spice things up it did.
While many fans gushed over her edgy new look, not everyone was kind. A few detractors accused the 44-year-old actress of altering her appearance and even went so far as to call her “unrecognizable.”
Despite the backlash, Hewitt responded like a true pro—proving once again that she’s not here for the negativity.
While many celebrities tend to ignore online criticism, Jennifer Love Hewitt chose a different route—and it was equal parts bold and hilarious. Instead of staying silent, she clapped back at the trolls with a tongue-in-cheek photo series that jokingly implied she’d undergone drastic cosmetic surgery.
“So many people mentioned that I look different,” she wrote with a wink.
“I look just like I always have. I couldn’t be more natural. I woke up like this. Filters don’t make that big of a difference.”
Her sarcastic spin on the backlash not only shut down the negativity but reminded fans that she’s got a sense of humor—and confidence to spare.
The playful images Jennifer Love Hewitt shared included a series of exaggerated filters, giving her fans a good laugh. Though clearly over-the-top, the actress used the moment to send a powerful message about kindness and respect online.
“Let people be filtered or unfiltered. Be good. Be kind. Spread love,” she concluded, reminding everyone to be more thoughtful when commenting on others’ posts.
This isn’t the first time the 44-year-old has faced criticism about her appearance. Earlier this year, she was subjected to harsh comments after posting a celebratory photo for her birthday—proving once again that, no matter how confident you are, trolls will always find something to nitpick. But Jennifer’s response? As graceful and bold as ever.
Jennifer Love Hewitt’s birthday post was filled with heartfelt gratitude, as she reflected on turning 44. “Woke up at 4am and was 44! I am deeply grateful, blessed, happy, sometimes insecure about aging, a mom of three incredible babies, married to the most handsome and awesome man, and really excited to see what this year has for us,” she wrote.
“I feel magic in the air and I love magic. Off to work… thank you, mom, for giving me life. I miss you so much. Gonna get my job done and my birthday cheers on later. Ps: Atticus got up way too early and sang me happy birthday! My heart melted. Now go have a great day everyone. It’s my birthday, you have to do it! ❤️”
While many fans sent warm wishes, some couldn’t help but express surprise at how different Jennifer appeared. “I came across this picture in an article and thought it was a mistake because I couldn’t believe it was JLH; I didn’t see any resemblance at all. I had to check Instagram to confirm, and I’m in shock,” one user shared.
“Why does she look so different? I’m really confused,” another commented.
“That can’t be her,” a third person insisted. “It’s impossible.”
What do you think of Jennifer Love Hewitt’s latest post? Do you feel she’s changed a lot? If this story caught your attention, you might want to check out the woman who cleverly shut down trolls who called her “too ugly” for selfies.
Let’s all remember the importance of kindness when interacting with others—whether online or in our day-to-day lives. In a world filled with negativity, spreading positivity can truly make a difference.
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