Lori Loughlin, the renowned actress best known for her role in “Full House,” made a striking appearance at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) Opening Gala on April 16, debuting a new layered bob with bangs. The event saw her attending alongside her daughter, Olivia Jade Giannulli, and the mother-daughter duo turned heads with their glamorous looks, drawing attention from fans and onlookers alike.
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Dressed in a stunning silver gown that featured a daring thigh-high split, Loughlin’s new hairstyle quickly became a topic of discussion on social media, leading to speculation that her hair transformation might not be authentic but rather a wig. However, her stylist, David Robert Naumann, swiftly took to Instagram to clear up any confusion.
Responding directly to a comment on Us Weekly’s Instagram post, which claimed Loughlin’s hair was a wig, Naumann declared, “It’s not a wig 😉 I’d know ❤️.” The stylist further confirmed his role in crafting Loughlin’s new look by sharing a post on his own Instagram Stories, stating, “Chop chop for Lori yesterday,” accompanied by a pair of scissors emojis.
At the LACMA gala, Loughlin’s attire was complemented by understated accessories, including dainty earrings and a soft pink lip, which added to her overall elegance. Olivia Jade, 26, attended the event in her own fashionable ensemble, a black gown featuring a sheer bodice and a peplum skirt with a small train. The pair seemed to coordinate their styles remarkably well, signalling a united front as they continue to navigate their public personas.
The LACMA event marks a pivotal moment for Loughlin and her family as it follows a turbulent period in their lives. This gala was particularly significant as it was over a month after the trio made their first red-carpet appearance together since the scandal surrounding their involvement in the 2019 college admissions bribery scandal.
In that scandal, both Loughlin and her estranged husband, fashion designer Mossimo Giannulli, pleaded guilty to charges of wire and mail fraud. They were accused of paying $500,000 to a college consultant who falsely labelled their daughters as recruits for the University of Southern California’s crew team, despite neither having ever participated in the sport. The fallout from the scandal saw Loughlin serving two months in prison, while Giannulli was incarcerated for five months.
Their recent appearances signify a new chapter for Loughlin, who shares both Olivia Jade and her older daughter, Isabella Rose Giannulli, with Giannulli. The couple confirmed their split after nearly 28 years of marriage in October 2025, adding another layer of complexity to their narrative as a family.
Observations from their recent public outings suggest that Loughlin is keen to embrace her renewed public life alongside her daughters, both of whom have faced public scrutiny in the wake of the scandal. At the Women’s Cancer Research Fund’s Unforgettable Evening gala earlier in March, which was their first joint appearance since the controversy, the family appeared united and supportive of one another, a theme that continued at the LACMA gala.
As they navigate their lives in the spotlight, Loughlin’s enhanced style, particularly her new haircut, serves as a reminder of her efforts to reinvent herself amidst the challenges her family has faced. The supportive comments from her hairstylist, alongside the complementary looks shared with her daughter, reflect a renewed focus on positive public interactions.
In a world where celebrity appearances are often closely scrutinised, this latest outing suggests that Loughlin is embracing the opportunity to redefine her personal and professional identity. As she continues to re-establish herself within the public eye, the reactions to her new hairstyle may just be the beginning of Loughlin’s new chapter.