Did Tessa Thompson Wear A Wig

Tessa Thompson has always stood out—not just for her acting chops, but for her fearless style choices. Whether she's stepping onto a red carpet, playing a role requiring radical transformations, or sharing something personal, her fashion and hair decisions are deeply expressive. Below, we explore some of the moments that most define her style, especially when it comes to hair, glam, and how she uses fashion as narrative.

1.Wearing a Wig: The $10,000 Secret Behind Valkyrie’s Look

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One of the most talked-about fashion/hair moments in Thompson’s career is her wig in Thor: Ragnarok. While simultaneously filming Sorry to Bother You, in which she had a curly, multicolored lob (her own hair), the production needed her to look like Valkyrie in Thor, which meant long, dark, wavy hair often twisted into half-braids or buns. To bridge that difference in styles without messing with continuity, Disney reportedly spent $10,000 on a high-quality wig.

This incident highlights several things: Thompson’s commitment to her roles, how much hair matters in character identity, and how the boundary between “real” hair and theatrical hair can blur—especially when the look must feel seamless. The wig was so good many viewers never spotted it.

2.Embracing Natural and Curly Hair

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Outside her Marvel alter ego, Thompson often shows up with her natural texture—curly, expressive, versatile. In Sorry to Bother You, she dons that multicolored curly lob mentioned above.

Her choice to embrace curls in many less formal settings demonstrates pride in texture and a rejection of any narrow standard of red carpet beauty. This also allows her hair to become part of the storytelling—whether it’s a film, a photoshoot, or a magazine spread.

3.Braids, Ponytails & Dramatic Hair Accessories

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Tessa doesn’t shy away from statement hair. For example, beyond the wig, in various appearances she uses braids or half-braids that play into both aesthetic and protective styling.

One especially striking instance: for the premiere of Thor: Love and Thunder, she wore a sleek low ponytail adorned with diamond-sword hair clips—a design that honored her Valkyrie character. It shows how she blends role, accessory, and personal flair.

4.Met Gala 2025: Statement Look & Tailoring as Art

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If there was ever a red carpet moment that distilled Tessa Thompson's fashion philosophy, it was the 2025 Met Gala. The theme: Superfine: Tailoring Black Style. She showed up in a custom ivory panier tuxedo gown by Atelier Prabal Gurung that blended 18th-century silhouette structure (think exaggerated hip shapes) with sharp tuxedo tailoring—masculine and feminine codes merged.

Her look carried even more narrative depth through accessories. A tilted Stephen Jones hat added drama. Most symbolically, she carried a church fan with an image of André Leon Talley, paying homage to his legacy and his Southern Baptist roots. The fan transformed from mere accessory to cultural storytelling.

5.Style Through Her Roles

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Tessa’s filmography is diverse, and her style tends to shift to meet different worlds. From Selma to Annihilation, Creed, Veronica Mars, and through to Marvel’s Valkyrie, hairstyles and wardrobe are tools in her characters' identities.

Her film roles often require changes that push her beyond standard red-carpet glamour—whether it's natural texture, protective styles, or wigs. These choices allow her to walk the line between star visibility and character authenticity.

6.Tessa & Michael B. Jordan: Co-Stars with Matching Presence

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Thompson and Michael B. Jordan have worked together notably in Creed. Their looks off-screen often show complementary fashion senses—both favor tailored pieces, color, and a mix of street and formal styles.

While her style tends to experiment more with texture and cultural symbolism, Jordan often reinforces a polished masculine elegance. Their public appearances together highlight how two strong styles can coexist and boost each other visually, rather than compete.

7. Myths & Misconceptions: Cosby Show & Books

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Just to clear up some misconceptions: Was she ever on The Cosby Show? No credible evidence supports that. Her earliest known screen credits begin in the mid-2000s. Books: There are authors named Tess or Tessa Thompson, but as of now, the actress Tessa Thompson has not published a book (fiction or otherwise). If books are referred to under that name, they're likely by other individuals.

8.Conclusion

Tessa Thompson’s style is a study in intention. She doesn’t just wear clothes or style her hair; she uses them as part of her identity—sometimes for role, sometimes for culture, always for self. Whether she’s wearing a $10,000 wig in a blockbuster, embracing her curls, carrying a symbolic accessory on the Met Gala red carpet, or mixing masculine tailoring with feminine flourish, each look is layered with choice. One thing is certain: we can’t wait to see what she does next.

9.FAQs About Tessa Thompson

Who is Tessa Thompson dating?

As of mid-2025, Tessa Thompson is currently in a relationship with Brandon Green. They’ve been linked since around March 2024 when they were seen together courtside at a basketball game. 

Is Tessa Thompson gay ?

Tessa Thompson has publicly stated that she is attracted to both men and women. So, while she does not identify strictly as gay, she has come out as bi-sexual (or at least as someone who is attracted to multiple genders) and supports queer visibility. 

How tall is Tessa Thompson?

Her height is generally listed as about 5 feet 4 inches (≈ 1.62 meters).

What’s Tessa Thompson’s net worth?

Estimates of her net worth vary. One source (Taddlr) gives about US$5 million as of 2025. Another older source (Celebrity Net Worth) has estimated US$4 million. So a reasonable ballpark is somewhere between $4-5 million, though with her continuing work in film, TV, and producing, that could be increasing.