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Hairstyle File: Mariah Carey

Birthday girl Mariah Carey's hottest hairstyles.
Mariah's Mane Moments
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By Tia Williams & Nicole Melton · Updated October 28, 2020
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It’s hard to believe that Mariah Carey turns 43 years old today. It seems just like yesterday we were grooving to Vision of Love and Emotions, but it’s been a whopping 20 years since her high notes hit the airwaves. In addition to her signature breathy vocals, one thing we’ll always remember about Carey is her wide array of sexy, glamour-girl hairstyles. 

From cascading curls to long blonde locks, Carey has rocked nearly every diva ‘do in the book. As we raise a glass in honor of the superstar’s birthday, let’s take a look at Carey’s hottest mane moments over the years.