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15 Reasons Why Aunjanue Ellis Gives Us Hair Envy

Aunjanue Ellis may be the star of ABC's Quantico, but her hair is the main attraction every time she hits the red carpet. Take a look at her best head-turning styles. 
By Deena Campbell · Updated October 27, 2020
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2015: Carefree Curls

While attending the “The Book of Negroes” screening in Washington, DC., Aunjanue proves that big, carefree curls are the ultimate accessory.

15 Reasons Why Aunjanue Ellis Gives Us Hair Envy
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2015: Curly Cues

Aunjanue Ellis chose a curled bob for the 5th annual Critics’ Choice Television Awards, matched with pink lipstick.

15 Reasons Why Aunjanue Ellis Gives Us Hair Envy
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2015: Short and Wavy

Loose curls slightly covering her forehead made up Aunjanue Ellis’ BET Honors look. Need this look to last? Wear your hair in a pineapple (at night) for killer second-day curls.

15 Reasons Why Aunjanue Ellis Gives Us Hair Envy
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2015: Up and Away

Aunjanue Ellis wore her hair in a high bun, offset by a stunning smoky eye, at a screening reception.

15 Reasons Why Aunjanue Ellis Gives Us Hair Envy
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2015: Wonder Curls

With her hair in a middle part in big elegant curls, Aunjanue opted for a bit of sass at the ‘Book of Negroes ‘ panel at the BET Networks portion of the 2015 Winter Television Critics Association press tour.

15 Reasons Why Aunjanue Ellis Gives Us Hair Envy
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2014: A Curly Updo

Aunjanue shows us at the ‘The Book of Negroes’ screening that a curly updo (and a beautful smile) is the best red carpet look.

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2014: Curls Matter

Aunjanue accessorised her head of beautiful curls with a “Black Lives Matter” shirt while visiting the ‘Extra’ studios in Times Square.

15 Reasons Why Aunjanue Ellis Gives Us Hair Envy
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2014: Topknot Fun

Aunjanue choose to slick her hair up into a perfect topknot for the “The Book Of Negroes” Launch Party. When trying the look, secure with bobby pins, an elastic band and hairspray.

15 Reasons Why Aunjanue Ellis Gives Us Hair Envy
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2015: New Heights

Aunjanue’s high bun was the main attraction while at a photocall for a TV series.

15 Reasons Why Aunjanue Ellis Gives Us Hair Envy
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2011: Curls Refined

Aunjanue Ellis opted for laid-back, big tousled curls for “The Help” Los Angeles premiere.

15 Reasons Why Aunjanue Ellis Gives Us Hair Envy
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2008: Curly Fro

Aunjanue arrived at the “Cover” premiere in 2008 with a big, curly ‘fro.

15 Reasons Why Aunjanue Ellis Gives Us Hair Envy
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2005: Bronzed Beauty

During an interview in 2005, Aunjanue added light brown highlights to her curls. 

15 Reasons Why Aunjanue Ellis Gives Us Hair Envy
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2005: A Twisted Touch

A big, twist-out did all the talking for Aunjanue at the 2005 NBC UpFron at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.

15 Reasons Why Aunjanue Ellis Gives Us Hair Envy
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2004: Ponytail Fun

A young Aunjanue offset a classic ponytail with glossy lips at the 2004 Toronto International Film Festival.

15 Reasons Why Aunjanue Ellis Gives Us Hair Envy
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2002: Front and Center

Aunjanue wore her hair in slightly centered-parted tight curls at the Universal Citywalk in Universal City, California in 2002.

15 Reasons Why Aunjanue Ellis Gives Us Hair Envy
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