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2010: Keri Hilson, Hair Chameleon of the Year

There are several superstars in celebdom that love to switch up their strands, but in our opinion, the lovely Keri Hilson takes the cake. In 2010 alone, the Grammy-nominated songstress has plowed through at least ten haircuts and six haircolors, not to mention a zillion different styles. For this, we're crowning her "2010's Hair Chameleon of the Year." Wear it proudly, Miss Keri Baby! Here, we take a look back at Keri Hilson's most memorable hair looks over the past twelve months.
By Essence · Updated October 29, 2020
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Jan. 7: Pretty Pixie

At the GRAMMY Nominee Reception, Keri Hilson flaunted a chocolate brown pixie style that made her eyes pop!

2010: Keri Hilson, Hair Chameleon of the Year
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Jan. 31: Grammy Gorgeous

At the Grammys, Hilson rocked an intricate, twisted updo.

2010: Keri Hilson, Hair Chameleon of the Year
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Feb. 26: Dark Beauty

Hilson arrives rocked the red carpet at the NAACP Image Awards sporting a jet-black, curly bob.

2010: Keri Hilson, Hair Chameleon of the Year
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March 5: Bang Bang

At the OK! Magazine Pre-Oscar bash, Hilson wore heavy, eyelash-grazing bangs that added a sultry edge to her look.

2010: Keri Hilson, Hair Chameleon of the Year
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March 31: Straight Up

When Hilson performed the National Anthem at a Lakers game, she debuted a sleek, caramel-streaked blowout that looked stunning with her berry lip.

2010: Keri Hilson, Hair Chameleon of the Year
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June 27: Short Story

At the BET Awards, Hilson showed off a shorter, asymmetric ’do…and a brand-new, buttery blonde haircolor!

2010: Keri Hilson, Hair Chameleon of the Year
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July 3: Chic Cut

Hilson hit the 2010 Essence Music Festival rocking a jaw-length, platinum-streaked bob that made her neck look impossibly long and elegant.

2010: Keri Hilson, Hair Chameleon of the Year
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Aug. 4: Buzz Worthy

At the “Takers” premiere, Keri Hilson debuted yet another new ’do! This tight on the sides, longer-in-the-front cut gave her an edgier look.

2010: Keri Hilson, Hair Chameleon of the Year
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October 4: Miss Marilyn

Channeling Marilyn Monroe at the BET Hip Hop Awards, Hilson stepped out in platinum blonde ringlets and fire engine red lips.

2010: Keri Hilson, Hair Chameleon of the Year
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November 21: Blonde Ambition

With her softly curled blonde style, all eyes were on Hilson at the 2010 American Music Awards.

2010: Keri Hilson, Hair Chameleon of the Year