Blonde actors are central to some of the most critically acclaimed films ever. Although their hair isn't as important as their acting prowess or inherent charm, these Hollywood actors have made waves with their incredible hairstyles, fashion sense, and, in some cases, even their antics. There's undoubtedly something special about platinum-blonde heartthrobs and sun-kissed surfer dudes who have left an indelible mark on modern men's hair trends and grooming styles, forever influencing pop culture.

The Hollywood stars below may be most well-known for their acting, but their iconic blonde hair looks just as phenomenal on the silver screen as in real life. Let's examine some of Hollywood's most famously attractive and talented blonde men.

Famous Blonde Actors

Chris Hemsworth

Chris Hemsworth started by playing Kim Hyde in Home and Away, a famous Australian soap opera. Since then, he has played everything from a Formula One driver in Rush to the God of Thunder in the Thor series. His most recent role was Orion Pax in Transformers One, which will premiere in September 2024.

According to credible sources, even Kevin Costner himself has said Hemsworth is “so handsome,” so it should be no surprise that he's a Hollywood heartthrob. His chameleon-like blonde hair evolves with every role, but a highlighted, center-parted ‘do featuring lovely curtain bangs made his baby blue eyes seem to pop off the screen.

Charlie Hunnam

Charlie Hunnam was an instant sensation when he played the fearsome (and handsome) Jax Teller in Sons of Anarchy, and the role got him nominated for the Critics' Choice Television Best Actor award twice. Despite being born and raised in England, his knack for the American English accent is incredible. He's also played Nicholas himself in Nicholas Nickelby and King Arthur in King Arthur: Legend of the Sword, and most recently, he played the infuriating role of Kai in Netflix's Rebel Moon franchise.

Most would agree that Hunnam's shoulder-length hair is his trademark, and he's worn it countless times throughout his acting career. Between Sons of Anarchy and Rebel Moon, a few roles called for shorter hair, which is just as stunning. His recent side-swept blonde crop with a perfect taper is a grand slam featuring plenty of texture and movement.

Matt Barr

Matt Barr's charismatic and dynamic career is enviable. He played a stalker in One Tree Hill, had a unique guest spot in ER, and played Johnse Hatfield in the incredible miniseries Hatfields & McCoys. He married Kylie Duff in 2023 and most recently played rough-and-tumble Hoyt Rawlins in Walker: Independence.

Barr's blonde hair has seen countless styles, ranging from mid-length wavy styles to slicked-back ‘dos. At one point, he even wore a shag, complete with curtain bangs. More recently, Barr sports a tousled tapered cut with a hidden side part and a few aptly placed highlights.

Kellan Lutz

Kellan Lutz is best known as the sparkling Emmett Cullen in the cult classic Twilight movie series. His boyishly handsome good looks took a backseat when he voiced characters in the animated films Tarzan, The Expendables 3, and Hercules, but he surprised his die-hard fans in 2023 when he played a former marine named Max in Due Justice.

Lutz rotates between two cropped and tapered styles. The first is a clean and sophisticated cut featuring short side-swept fringe, and the other is his “signature” look – a spiky ‘do with scissored sides. He's usually either clean-shaven or stubbly, but he has worn a full beard or goatee from time to time. These days, Kellan wears a tapered blonde cut that is brushed up in the front and tousled along the crown.

Alexander Skarsgård

Born to actor Stellan Skarsgård in Sweden in 1976, Alexander Skarsgård made his debut in Zoolander but went on to play roles in the TV series Big Little Lies and True Blood, and films like Succession, Godzilla vs. Kong, and The Northman. He appeared in the music video for “Paparazzi,” one of Lady Gaga's biggest hits, and suitmaker Hickey Freeman was pleased to have him model their 2010 collection.

Throughout his illustrious career, Skarsgård has rocked countless hairstyles. In his True Blood years, he wore a stick-straight shoulder-length style, making him the apple of many a fan's eye. His receding hairline and thinning hair have become more noticeable in the last few years, but he's aging gracefully – and attractively – with a brushed-back, slightly side-swept blonde style with cropped sides and stubble.

Matthew McConaughey

Matthew McConaughey's big break was his role as David Wooderson in the cult classic Dazed and Confused. His performances in The Gentlemen, Interstellar, Dallas Buyers Club, and countless other flicks solidified his hard-earned place among Hollywood's most talented and memorable stars. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored him with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2014.

McConaughey's hairstyles have been just as eclectic as his acting career, and even in his mid-50s, he is still a Hollywood heartthrob. These days, you'll find him sporting slicked-back, layered, and tousled curls that tumble gracefully to his collar. Worn with modern shades, a casual tee, and patchy stubble, McConaughey is an everyman's man – and his hair is a sight to behold.

Daniel Craig

Daniel Craig always knew he wanted to be an actor. As a teen, he joined the National Youth Theatre and waited tables to get by. Best known as 007 in several Bond movies during the 2000s, he's had numerous high-profile roles in films like The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, Cowboys & Aliens, and Glass Onion.

Craig's short blonde hairstyles haven't changed much throughout his career, but they continue to leave their mark on the world. From slicked-back locks in the 2000s to his more recent tapered crop with a brush-up at the front, he and his signature hairstyle age like fine wine.

Brad Pitt

Brad Pitt is a Hollywood legend who needs no introduction. He's played every imaginable role, from a heartbroken detective in Se7en to a quirky fighter in Fight Club and even Death incarnate in Meet Joe Black. Those who were teens in the 1990s will remember his flowing long locks in Legends of the Fall and Interview with the Vampire.

Pit almost always keeps his hair short these days, and since his natural blonde locks have gotten darker over the years, he sometimes colors his hair a vibrant golden blonde. A tapered, tousled cut with a side-swept, brushed-up fringe looks impressive on a more mature Pitt.

Austin Butler

Austin Butler was born in California, and unlike many Tinseltown stars, an acting company representative approached him when he was 13 years old at the Orange County Fair. His first few roles could have been more well-known, but in 2014 and 2015, he starred in the Arrow TV series. Later, he played a captivating role as Feyd-Rautha in Dune 2. His most recent role, Major Gale ‘Buck' Clevin in Masters of the Air, a TV miniseries, will be released in 2024.

In his very early days, Butler wore his thick, wavy hair longer, channeling California surfers. Later, he opted for a few mid-length cuts, including his current textured blonde blowout with beautiful highlights that make him look like he just stepped off the cover of GQ.

Leonardo DiCaprio

Leonardo DiCaprio is one of the world's most famous faces and diverse actors. Growing Pains, a sitcom popular in the 80s, introduced him as a rising star, and his portrayals of Arnie Grape in the film What's Eating Gilbert Grape and Jack Dawson in Titanic highlighted his pure talent. More recently, he starred in Don't Look Up. Despite being loved by most viewers, critics claimed it aimed too high but still captured the heart.

Leo's hair has always been incredibly stunning; from his shaggy looks that cemented his position as a Teen Vogue heartthrob to a slicked-back man bun, he's the master of all. His most popular style has always been the blonde side-swept and tapered look, messy in the best possible way. He often wears it with a minimal goatee and mustache for visual balance.

Alex Pettyfer

Alex Pettyfer is a British actor and model who nabbed his first role in Stormbreaker as Alex Rider. His adaptability has led to his unparalleled Hollywood success, and while he's nailed several roles, few aside from Magic Mike were blockbuster hits. He's in three movies set to release in 2024, however. These include Sunrise, 5lbs of Pressure, and Chief of Station.

Alex's hairstyles have been just as dynamic as his career. Though he once rocked a short, straight brunette look, most of his coveted ‘dos have been blonde, messy, and layered. Most recently, he's wearing a tousled and tapered cut featuring a thick, brushed-up fringe with plenty of golden and honey-blonde highlights.

Cam Gigandet

Cam Gigandet got his big break in a 2003 guest appearance on the revered TV series CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. A little later, he earned his first recurring role on The OC. He and his costar Sean Faris won the Best Fight award for their roles in Never Back Down at the 2008 MTV Movie Awards, and he won the same award again in 2009 alongside Robert Pattinson for their fight in Twilight.

Cam's hairstyles have evolved, much like his acting career. His most recent look is a blonde faux hawk that sweeps into a central, spiky ridge from hairline to crown and tapered sides. He rocked more conservative cuts with clean, straight edges in previous years.

Heath Ledger

Known for his roles in 2000s-era films like 10 Things I Hate About You and A Knight's Tale, Heath Ledger was a hunky heartthrob who died in January 2008 at 28 years old. At the time, he was filming for his role as The Joker in The Dark Night, which had to be finished using CGI due to his untimely Death.

Ledger's high forehead and early receding hairline didn't stunt his popularity as one of the most attractive men in Tinseltown. Throughout the years, he occasionally wore center-parted curly styles, buzz cuts, and even a thick mustache. Most people will remember his iconic blonde side-parted shag featuring an adorable, curled fringe.

Jacob Young

Jacob Young is an American actor with an incredible film and television career. He played film roles in Angel, The Road Home for Christmas, Killer Vacation, The Girl Next Door, and Fatal Following. His roles in soap operas stand out even more. He starred as Rick Forrester in The Bold and the Beautiful, Lucky Spencer in General Hospital, and J.R. Chandler in All My Children.

Jacob Young once shaved his head, and not long ago, he posted a flowing blonde mane resembling Fabio on social media. Most fans agree that his classic tapered cut with a brushed-back, side-swept fringe and a hint of a kiss curl was perhaps his most attractive look.

Ryan Gosling

Canadian-born Ryan Gosling has enjoyed one of the most prolific careers in Tinseltown. Like many actors born in the late 70s and early 80s, he got his start on The Mickey Mouse Club, but his first big breakthrough was his role in The Believer, in which he played a Jewish neo-Nazi. His most recent significant role was that of Ken in Barbie. Still, he's been busy since then with his support for nonprofit organizations like Invisible Children, The Enough Project, and even PETA.

Ryan's hair has morphed throughout the years. He wore a classic Ivy League, he wore longer tresses for his role in The Notebook, and his medium-length Drive cut with side-swept bangs was iconic. Other styles have included a traditional slick-back and a textured crew cut. His role as Ken saw him sporting a sun-kissed blonde and hunky look with flowing waves and a wispy fringe.

William Levy

William Levy was born in Cuba in 1980 and emigrated to Miami when he was 14. His incredible career began when he was with the Next Models Agency with two Spanish-language reality TV shows, and he became an American sensation in 2012 with his appearance on Dancing With the Stars.

It's important to note that Levy underwent hair transplant surgery at one point to regain his lustrous, thick locks. Since then, fans have spotted him wearing several charming and dapper styles, ranging from the iconic Ivy League to a more contemporary tousled and layered cut featuring tapered sides and blonde highlights. No wonder Levy was named Sexiest Man Alive in 2012 by People en Espanol, especially with his full, stubbly beard.

Owen Wilson

As the voice of Lightning McQueen in Cars and Cars2 and the hero in the more recent Secret Headquarters, Owen Wilson is one of the funniest actors of our time. He has been nominated for one Oscar, one Golden Globe, and two SAG awards, and his unforgettable appearance is easily recognizable.

Wilson is also known for his notoriously shaggy hair featuring a feathery side-swept fringe, thick layers that fall over and turn outward at the ears, and chunky ends that barely brush the collar of a simple button-down. His hair is quite textured, alternating between loose curls and waves, so he likely opts for a blowout to achieve a hairstyle like this.

Ian Ziering

Ian Ziering is best known as Steve Sanders, an iconic role in the 90s hit series Beverly Hills 90210. He starred in many national commercials during childhood, played in I Remember Mama on Broadway, and even enjoyed a role in the hit soap opera Guiding Light.

Although the blonde actor's hair has gotten darker through the years, it has always been thick, coarse, and textured. Because of this, an all-over scissor crop suits him well. It's short enough to be handsomely dapper yet just long enough to allow some of the natural texture to shine through. These days, Ziering wears a short, stubbly beard for a rugged touch.

Ben Foster

Born in 1980 in Boston, Ben Foster has been active in Hollywood since the mid-90s. He's played in countless hits, including Leave No Trace, Lone Survivor, The Punisher, and Alpha Dog. He's also well known for his role as Russel Corwin in the TV series Six Feet Under. He's married to That 70s Show and Orange Is the New Black star Laura Prepon.

Foster's blonde tresses have evolved throughout his career, from a classic brushed-up wet look to a traditional crew cut. These days, he is still a huge fan of styling gel, and he's been spotted sporting a messy crop top fade with a spiky center and wispy, short fringe. As always, he still prefers a short, stubbly beard.

Alexander Ludwig

Alexander Ludwig is a blue-eyed Canadian actor, country musician, and heartthrob best known for his work in The Hunger Games in 2012. He was also in Lone Survivor and played Bjorn Ironside in Vikings between 2014 and 2020. Currently, he plays Ace Spade on Starz's Heels.

Ludwig has rocked numerous blonde hairstyles throughout the years as he's changed his look entirely for varying roles. He's worn a variation of a faux hawk, mid-length blonde locks with an undercut, and ponytails, to name a few. More recently, he's wearing a side-swept, tapered crop featuring a deep side part and a patchy, stubbly beard.

Aaron Eckhart

Born in sunny California in 1968, Aaron Eckhart was raised as a member of the LDS church and even served a two-year mission covering France and Switzerland. His big career break occurred in 2000 when he played George in Erin Brockovich. He's also enjoyed roles in The Dark Knight, Love Happens, The Rum Diary, and I, Frankenstein.

He has always worn his hair relatively short and professional, with plenty of sun-kissed highlights. He prefers a neat side part, a scissor-cut taper at the sides, and a layered texture up top. His incredibly handsome chin dimple looks adorable with a hint of a five-o'clock shadow.

Scott Caan

Scott Caan is one of the most diverse and exciting men in Hollywood. He's an actor, director, former rapper, photographer, and writer known most for his role as his role as Danno Williams in the TV series Hawaii Five-0. He starred in HBO's Entourage from 2009 to 2011 and currently plays Jason Grant in Alert: Missing Persons Unit.

Caan's hair changes depending on his roles, but he's usually sporting a short, straight blonde look. As Danno, he wore a combo brush-up and slick back, but in his personal life, he transforms his highlighted tresses into a spiky look along the crown with closely cropped, almost buzzed sides. His eyes pop, especially with a goatee framing his face.

Kyle Lowder

Kyle Lowder is an American heartthrob and daytime TV star, having enjoyed roles on soaps like Days of Our Lives and The Bold and the Beautiful. He even cameoed as himself in a 2003 episode of Friends. Most recently, he's been working as a TV news anchor for a Reno, Nevada C.B.S. affiliate.

Lowder's ashy blonde hair with dark roots looks fantastic with a short, straight cut, but he opted for a medium length with a clean side part in his younger years. He sometimes dons a slight quiff and stubbly facial hair, and in his news anchor role, he takes on a more professional appearance and a clean-shaven face. He prefers a slightly more rugged appearance with tousled, textured locks up top and clean-cut sides.

Bradley James

English blonde actor Bradley James has beautifully masculine facial features, full lips and deep-set, dark blue eyes. He's known for playing Arthur Pendragon in Merlin, Damien Thorn in Damien, and Giuliano de Medici in Medici: The Magnificent. Most recently, he plays a Norwegian chieftain named Harekr in Vikings: Valhalla, a historical series on Netflix.

James's hairstyles have changed dramatically throughout his career, including a casual side-parted style for The Liberator and a professional clean-cut look for Merlin. These cuts look phenomenal on James, but his longer, wavier, and more textured tresses in Vikings: Valhalla is the favorite among his swooning fans.

Ryan Phillippe

Born in 1974 to a prominent chemist father and a mother who ran a home daycare, Ryan Phillippe is a strawberry blonde who has led a full life – including earning a Tae Kwon Do black belt during his childhood. He started acting on the American daytime drama One Life to Live, and his film debut occurred with 1995's Crimson Tide. He then starred in late 90s cult classics such as Cruel Intentions and 54.

Much like his life and acting career, Phillippe's hair has evolved regularly, from short, straight ‘dos during his soap opera years to side-parted medium-length tresses in his more casual roles. Most recently, he's rocking a tousled wavy cut with a wispy fringe that falls over his forehead. He's foregone his beachy blonde tresses, often decked out with platinum highlights, in favor of a reddish-blonde hue. His full, short beard gives him a masculine edge.

Kevin McKidd

On T.V.'s Grey's Anatomy, Kevin McKidd is most recognizable as Dr. Owen Hunt, a surgeon and former military medic. Still, many will remember him as Tommy Mackenzie in Trainspotting or as the voice of Jezz Torrent, the frontman of the fictional band Love Fist in the popular game Grand Theft Auto: Vice City. He also voiced John “Soap” MacTavish in the second and third Call of Duty: Modern Warfare series entries.

McKidd has had a noticeably receding hairline for decades, and he often prefers short, cropped styles for his strawberry blonde tresses. These days, you can find him rocking a deep side part and a wispy brushed-up fringe in his natural waves. As for facial hair, he's been spotted recently with a short, somewhat patchy beard that is significantly thicker and longer along the lower jaw than on the cheek.

Josh Holloway

Born in California in 1969, California blonde actor Josh Holloway is known for playing protagonist roles, such as Sawyer Ford on the hit TV series Lost and Roarke Morris on Yellowstone, a popular series on Paramount. He also played in Colony, a science fiction drama on the USA Network, and modeled for brands like Calvin Klein and Dolce and Gabbana before his Hollywood debut.

Holloway prefers medium-length layered looks with center parts, but he has worn his hair shorter and more textured. His quintessential look features shoulder-length hair in the back, curtain bangs in the front, a short, stubbly beard, and plenty of platinum highlights, especially around his face.

Jude Law

Jude Law is an English actor who has enjoyed an incredible career. He won a BAFTA in 1999 for his role in The Talented Mr. Ripley and has been nominated for several Tony, Academy, and Golden Globe awards. Law played the young Dumbledore in the Fantastic Beasts series, and Yon-Rogg in Captain Marvel, and he's performed in numerous plays on Broadway.

In his younger years, Law wore short hair with plenty of layers. He's sported buzz cuts, a professional gentleman's cut, and even a shaggy textured look with a brow-kissing fringe. One of Law's most flattering styles features tousled spikes that stand straight up, from their dark roots to their blonde tips. The scissor-cut taper at the sides maintains a little more texture and length than clippers, and a stubbly beard lends sex appeal.

Paul Bettany

Paul Bettany, one of the most well-known faces in the Marvel universe, was born in England in 1971. His roles in JARVIS and Vision are iconic, and he recently earned a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for his work in the WandaVision miniseries on Disney­+. His other films include The Da Vinci Code and Margin, and he portrayed the famed Andy Warhol in a West End production of The Collaboration.

Bettany's extremely blonde hair features many highlights and lowlights for texture, and many of his characters wear chunky glasses for impact. He usually prefers a crop or even a spiky look, but now and then, he opts for a comb over with a flipped wispy fringe and tapered sides. His hair falls naturally from a slightly messy side part but tucks back behind his ears along either side.

Liam Hemsworth

Blue-eyed, blonde actor Liam Hemsworth is an Australian actor who has played key roles in countless films and television series. He's been in Australian soap operas and children's series, but he's most well-known in the US for his role as Gale Hawthorne in The Hunger Games series of movies.

From long, messy tresses that give Hemsworth a sexy and rugged loo to slicked-back sophisticated styles, his hair has been essential to men's grooming and fashion for decades. In recent years, he has returned to his recognizable short and spiky looks. A textured crop with a brushed-up fringe and stubbled beard perfectly suits the actor's facial features.

Luke Eisner

Luke Eisner is more than just a blonde actor — he's also a pop-rock musician and renowned model. Thanks to his incredible portfolio, which includes brands like H&M, Calvin Klien, and American Eagle, his chiseled face and flowing hair are well-known around the world.

Eisner's layered hair is naturally wavy, but he often straightens it for his modeling and acting gigs. The prominent center part and curtain bangs look incredible with face-framing platinum highlights. The back features a feathery texture that barely brushes his shoulders, and now and again, he pulls it back into a sexy and sleek low man bun.

Neil Patrick Harris

In his younger years, Neil Patrick Harris played America's beloved Doogie Howser, MD, then later played Barney Stinson in the TV comedy series How I Met Your Mother. He's enjoyed roles in films like Starship Troopers and Gone Girl and played himself in the impossibly hilarious Harold & Kumar series.

Harris's blonde hair features a substantial amount of natural wave, making it ideal for short, messy, and spiky styles. A tapered crop is one of his quintessential styles, and he almost always brushes into a quiff in the front. Sometimes, he opts for a side-swept look, but recently, he's foregone the part for a more centralized look.

Paul Walker

The late Paul Walker was best known for his role as Brian O'Connor in the popular Fast & Furious movie franchise but sadly passed away in 2013 while filming Furious 7. His other films include the survival flick Eight Below, Joy Ride, Takers, and Flags of Our Fathers.

Though he wore his curly hair a little longer in his early career, he preferred shorter cuts later in life. He even opted for an all-over buzz when filming an advertisement for Davidoff's Cool Water cologne. Before his untimely death, he opted for a crop with a curly fringe long enough to highlight his hair's natural movement and bounce.

Chris Carmack

Chris Carmack debuted as an American fashion model but quickly expanded his career into music and acting. He starred in the teen 90s-era drama The OC and the country music show Nashville, and he currently plays Dr. Atticus Lincoln on the remarkably popular Grey's Anatomy.

Carmack's hairstyles have grown alongside the blonde actor, ranging from a shag cut with a long fringe to more refined side-parted styles. At times, he wore a short Ivy League cut showing his handsome dimples. His fans' most beloved style featured medium-length layers with ample highlights, a slight side part, and a touch of stubble around the face.

Simon Baker

Hailing from the Land Down Under, Simon Baker's role as Patrick Jane in The Mentalist television series solidified him as one of the greats. He also played Nick Fallin in The Guardian and Christian Thompson in The Devil Wears Prada.

Baker's natural waves and curls look phenomenal in many styles, including his once-beloved bro flow with tapered sides. He sometimes grew out the sides and back to capture more natural movement and body. However, Baker wears a slightly side-swept textured cut with tapered sides and a full face of stubble.

Tom Hiddleston

Englishman Tom Hiddleston is better known as Loki across the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe. According to Empire, his performance made Loki the 19th Greatest Movie Character of All Time. He's won numerous awards throughout his career, including a Golden Globe for Night Manager, and he's been nominated for many more.

Hiddleston swaps back and forth from short to medium-length styles, but he's almost always rocking a ton of texture in his natural waves. A suave and debonaire brushed-back look with tapered sides and a textured side-swept top suits his strawberry blonde tresses and makes his blue eyes pop.

Trevor Donovan

Trevor Donovan is a blonde actor and model born in California in 1982. He debuted with short roles on soap operas like Days of Our Lives and played Bruce Willis's character's surrogate in Surrogates. He played Teddy on the 90210 reboot, and Oliver Stone wrote a part for Donovan in Savages despite the part not existing in the book.

Donovan's hair has fluctuated from medium-length surfer to short styles with and without texture. These days, he wears a side-swept Ivy League look featuring a classic taper and a hint of spiky texture at the fringe. Despite spending most of his career as a strapping and fresh-faced lad, his recent look features a short beard with no shortage of grey whiskers.

Tom Felton

Tom Felton played the protagonist Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter film franchise. He married Emma Watson, who played Hermione in the same series, in 2019. His other films include The Borrowers, Anna and the King, and Rise of the Planet of the Apes.

Felton'shair is just as diverse as his acting career, from Draco's long, straight styles to his recent penchant for tousled tresses. He has always had very fine hair, but it has grown thinner with age, leading him to prefer side-swept styles and combovers featuring extra length at the sides and back.

Robin Lord Taylor

Robin Lord Taylor is a quirky and enigmatic man who has played numerous fun and funky roles during his acting career. He played Oswald Cobblepot in Fox'sGotham and has appeared in numerous TV series, including The Walking Dead, Law & Order: SVU, and The Good Wife. He's especially famed for his role as Will Bettelheim in You, a dramatic thriller on Netflix.

Though his hair is naturally blonde, he's colored it dark or black for some roles. He wore punkish, asymmetrical cuts in his younger years, opting for a crop with choppy fringe later in life. These days, Robin has left his emo days behind in favor of a blonde buzz to differentiate his role in You.