Gillian anderson's iconic copper bob hairstyle makes a triumphant return

Actress Gillian Anderson sent fans into a nostalgic spiral over the weekend when she shared a throwback photo of her iconic copper bob from the late 1990s. The striking, jaw-skimming hairstyle with deep side-part and flippy ends has stood the test of time and refuses to be banished to the Beauty archives.

Evolution of the bob

While the classic bob has undergone subtle transformations over the decades, its essence remains unchanged. In the 1990s, power dressing and straightened styles reigned supreme. Fast-forward to 2026, and the bob has evolved to feature expensive-looking color and high-shine glossy finishes. This adaptability is what has allowed the timeless style to endure.

Anderson's original copper bob was synonymous with her early The X-Files era, a time when dial-up internet and Blockbuster memberships were the norm. In contrast, co-star Hannah Einbinder's modern take on the style feels like a cool Gen Z interpretation, sleek and blunt with a tie to the algorithmic age.

As Anderson captioned the post,