Pamela Anderson is reversing time—and attracting everyone’s attention—with a daring return to the glamorous aesthetic that rendered her a household name in the 1990s.
For those who experienced that period, Pamela wasn’t merely a star—she was the pop culture emblem. With her trademark platinum blonde locks, radiant tan, and sultry eye makeup, she didn’t just appear in Baywatch—she was the essence of the show. Whether racing down the shore in slow motion or adorning magazine covers worldwide, Pamela was omnipresent.
In recent times, she has gained similar notoriety for her makeup-free appearances on the red carpet, embracing a natural appearance that has garnered praise for its genuineness. Hence, fans were astonished when the 57-year-old emerged with a striking makeover, reminiscent of her trademark ’90s glamour.
Collaborating with Los Angeles makeup artist David Velasquez, Pamela reintroduced bold eyeliner, luscious lashes, and her renowned tousled blonde hairstyle. Velasquez posted a snapshot of the look on Instagram, captioning it: “Rock n Roll like the ‘90s” — and fans were immediately captivated.
Although he didn’t specify when the picture was captured, Velasquez has previously partnered with Anderson, including for a shoot in 2022.
A Nostalgic Moment
Draped in a red Versace robe, striking black eyeliner, nude overlined lips, and dramatic lashes, Pamela’s nostalgic appearance illuminated social media. Fans inundated the comments with reactions ranging from enthusiasm to astonishment.
“OMG! She resembles Pamela again! Loveeeeee,” one admirer wrote.
Another added: “A complete look just to remind everyone who THE OG is!!!”
Some preferred her fresh-faced look but still valued the transformation. “She appeared better naturally although she looks marvelous with makeup,” one user remarked.
“I adore her no-makeup appearance but this feels like home,” another fan noted.
Nonetheless, not everyone was convinced. “I cherished her natural look, but each to their own,” one individual commented.
More Than Just Makeup
Pamela’s acceptance of a bare-faced appearance in recent years has been profoundly personal. In 2023, she disclosed to Elle that she ceased wearing makeup after the passing of her long-time friend and makeup artist, Alexis Vogel, who succumbed to breast cancer in 2019.
“She was incredible,” Pamela expressed. “And since then, I felt that without Alexis, it’s just better for me not to wear makeup.”
She also discussed her makeup-free journey during Paris Fashion Week, telling Vogue France: “I’m not trying to be the most beautiful girl in the room. I feel like it’s just freedom. It’s a release.”
Facing the Critics
Pamela’s open perspective on aging and beauty has turned her into a refreshing advocate for self-acceptance in Hollywood. Still, bold decisions like her recent Met Gala appearance—where she drew parallels to Joan of Arc—evoked mixed reactions online.
“I admire her, but her stylist needs to be let go,” one commenter remarked on Instagram.
Another expressed, “I get it. I love it. But I’d really like to see her with some eyebrows.”
Sources close to Anderson suggest that her shift away from heavy glam wasn’t merely emotional—it was deliberate. “She wished to shed her Baywatch and Barb Wire persona,” one insider revealed to the Daily Mail, “and be regarded seriously as an actress.”
A Career Renaissance
That transition appears to be fruitful. Pamela recently received her first Golden Globe nomination and a SAG Award nod for her dramatic role in The Last Showgirl, marking a significant milestone in her acting journey.
Her beauty decisions now reflect growth, not merely aesthetics. “I occasionally try a little blush, a little lip color,” she remarked. “But then I often return to [natural].”
And the feedback has been overwhelmingly favorable—particularly from women who connect with her transformation.
“The most wonderful aspect of being over 50 is not concerning oneself with what others think,” one fan wrote. “It’s liberating! I adore that she possesses the confidence to go without makeup if she so chooses.”
Rumors About Tommy Lee? Not So Fast
Pamela’s glam resurgence prompted some to speculate about her personal life, particularly after her ex-husband Tommy Lee parted ways with his wife Brittany Furlan. One commenter quipped, “She heard Tommy Lee was single once more.”
But a source informed TMZ that there’s no foundation to any romance speculations. Pamela has no intention of revisiting the past with the Mötley Crüe drummer, with whom she has two sons, Brandon Thomas (27) and Dylan Jagger (26).
