logo
What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life
Lifestyle

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Believe it or not, when they ditch the jumpsuits, they're a glamorous bunch

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

By Annabelle Fernandez - published

The prisoners of Litchfield Penitentiary typically wear khaki uniforms and little to no makeup, so it's hard to imagine what these actors look like IRL — until now. Which screen-to-street transformation do you love the most?

From: Harper's BAZAAR US

With his thick, straight pornstache — ahem, mustache — this guy is one of the most antagonistic characters of the first couple seasons. Photo: Netflix
1 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

IN REAL LIFE: PABLO SCHREIBER That's right: Mendez is surprisingly handsome! Who would've guessed?
2 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Gloria is a fiercely protective mother and the head of the Latina and Hispanic inmates, making her a powerful prisoner. Photo: Netflix
3 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Cuban-born actress Selenis Leyva portrays Gloria excellently, but she looks quite different in real life — just check out this edgy lace number.
4 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

While she provides frequent comic relief on the show, "Taystee" experienced a rough childhood, making it all too clear how she fell in love with a certain manipulative character on the show. Photo: Netflix
5 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Brooks forgoes the quiet khaki color of her role and loves to wear bright, beautiful gowns like this tricolor look.
6 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

With her lovably heavy accent, high-pitched voice and signature red lip, Lorna Morello is a fascinating — and somewhat sociopathic — character. Photo: Netflix
7 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Ready for a wild surprise? Yael Stone is actually Australian, so that accent is totally fictional. And rather than the red lipstick and winged eyeliner, she likes to go more natural with her real-life makeup.
8 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

This former drug addict has a big personality and an even bigger voice to match it, and she continuously shows her complex internal battle between being selfless and completely selfish. Photo: Netflix
9 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

IN REAL LIFE: NATASHA LYONNE Without her eyeliner and big hair, you almost wouldn't recognize actress Natasha Lyonne.
10 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

After committing a crime as a teen, Marisol "Flaca" Gonzales was imprisoned. Her signature look: thick black eyeliner with a teardrop. Photo: Netflix
11 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

On the red carpet, this Dominican-American actress, model and musician totally shines, rocking high-fashion designs and minimal eyeliner with ease.
12 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

While she's often quite the antagonist toward certain characters, we've gotten to know more about what's led Tiffany "Pennsatucky" Doggett to turn out the way she has. Photo: Netflix
13 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Surprise, surprise! Taryn Manning is actually stunning — and has an absolutely beautiful smile.
14 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

A viewer favorite, Suzanne is one of the most complex characters on the show. We're excited to see where her fiction writing skills take her in season 4. Photo: Netflix
15 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Actress Uzo Aduba's portrayal of Suzanne has been so lauded, she won Emmy Awards for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series and Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. Plus, she's got incredibly glamorous style.
16 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

As Piper's on-again, off-again girlfriend, Alex is no doubt a polarizing character. Photo: Netflix
17 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Previously known for her role as redheaded Donna on That '70s Show, Laura Prepon is now channelling Alex Vause full-time, rocking sleek dark hair off-camera.
18 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

The very glam Sophia is one of the series' best and most beloved characters, navigating life as a parent, a transgender woman and as the prison's resident beauty pro. Photo: Netflix
19 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Cox never shows up on the red carpet looking anything less than picture perfect. Her role on the show has made waves in the entertainment industry, as she's one of the first openly transgender people to star in a major television series, and she's the first openly transgender person to receive an Emmy nomination for acting.
20 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

At first glance (well, in the first season), Piper is an innocent and naive woman who made a very big mistake during her youth. But as the show goes on, we start to see her less, ahem, polished side. Photo: Netflix
21 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Off-screen, Taylor Schilling has a much more elegant look, donning beautiful gowns and bright makeup on the red carpet. And she's not just a pretty face — her portrayal of Piper earned her a Golden Globe nomination and an Emmy nomination.
22 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

She hasn't always been a particularly good parent to fellow inmate Daya, but Aleida becomes increasingly protective of her daughter after her pregnancy — and is willing to go to great lengths to control the situation. Photo: Netflix
23 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

When she's not wearing a rough, khaki combo, Elizabeth Rodriguez likes to wear goddess-like gowns and elegant chignons.
24 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Not much is known about Blanca's past, but her cell phone trick from season one makes it clear that she's very clever. Photo: Netflix
25 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

That's right: This is Blanca Flores. You would never know it, considering how the show styles her, but Gómez looks just like a model in real life.
26 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

While she's one of the show's funniest characters, "Big Boo" has had a difficult past as a result of her parents' disapproval of her sexuality and gender expression. Photo: Netflix
27 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

On the red carpet, Lea DeLaria is a stylish comedian and jazz musician — and she looks great in a suit.
28 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

While she's an absolutely hilarious character, Cindy "Black Cindy" Hayes goes through a truly beautiful experience during season three, when we get to see more of her emotional side. Photo: Netflix
29 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

While her character is cute, Adrienne C. Moore is simply dazzling off-camera, donning gorgeous gowns and glam makeup on the red carpet.
30 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Intense yet endearing, vindictive yet lovable, there's something really special about Russian inmate "Red" and her quick-witted personality. Photo: Netflix
31 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

While her hair is as red as her character's, actress Kate Mulgrew skips the wild eyeliner looks.
32 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

While she's quiet throughout much of the show, Dayanara "Daya" Diaz expresses herself through illustrations — some of which she gives to her love interest, Officer Bennett. Photo: Netflix
33 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Of all the transformations between on-screen and off, this is one of the most dramatic. Not only does Dascha Polanco top the list of the most stylish actresses in Hollywood, she's also got the perfect hair color and makeup to boot.
34 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

As one of the prison's smartest inmates, Poussey Washington is beloved by viewers and many of the other inmates alike.Photo: Netflix
35 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

She still has the same perfect short cut, but when she's not playing Poussey, Samira Wiley is seriously stylish, rocking gorgeous dresses like this one for public appearances.
36 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

ON THE SHOW: SAM HEALY Often failing in his professional and personal pursuits, the bumbling prison counselor Sam Healy is sometimes pitiful, yet occasionally calculating. Photo: Netflix
37 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Hey, Sam Healy cleans up well! Actor Michael Harney looks much more chic when he's wearing a suit rather than that blue button-down shirt.
38 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Season three saw newcomer Stella Carlin, a mysterious and stunning androgynous character in whom Piper finds a romantic interest. Photo: Netflix
39 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Her tattoos are, in fact, totally real — but she's much more stylish in real life, rocking chic suits and athleisure pieces on the red carpet.
40 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

When Brook arrives at Litchfield, she has a tough time adjusting for a few reasons, not the least of which is her extreme distaste for showers — a bad habit she eventually overcomes. Photo: Netflix
41 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Actress Kimiko Glenn is much more glamorous than her prison counterpart, rocking bodycon dresses and a chic bob.
42 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Commanding and controlling, season 4's antagonist is this tall, bearded hunk of a guard. Photo: Netflix
43 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

This former NFL player stands at 6-foot-4-inches tall, but he's far less intimidating IRL than in his role on OITNB. Just look at his adorable sweater vest!
44 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

While he's not the most competent of characters, as the prison's Warden, Caputo tries to be more than just mediocre — even though his personal life is a mess. Photo: Netflix
45 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Off-screen, actor Nick Sandow prefers a crisp gray suit and a little extra facial hair.
46 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Inspired by a certain home and food maven, Judy King enters the prison with a built-in fan club — and she's full of surprises.Photo: Netflix
47 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

When she's not playing Judy, actress Blair Brown sticks with the red mane, but opts for a sleeker, darker wardrobe instead of an orange jumpsuit.
48 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Known for her white-blonde hair and thick glasses, this mysterious character plays a big role in season 4. Photo: Netflix
49 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Actress Lori Petty opts for brown hair and way more color in her real-life wardrobe — this all-pink outfit from the Screen Actors Guild Awards is proof of how bold she'll go.
50 of 50

What The "Orange Is The New Black" Cast Look Like In Real Life

Tags

LifeOrange Is The New Black
Share this article