Carnie Wilson, a founding member of the pop group Wilson Phillips, has unveiled a significant change to her appearance, trading her long-time signature red hair for a highlighted brunette style with extensions. The 58-year-old singer shared her new look on Instagram, noting that she had been contemplating the change for seven years.
Wilson, who co-founded Wilson Phillips with her sister Wendy Wilson and Chynna Phillips in 1989, posted videos and photos showcasing her updated hairstyle on Wednesday. "I waited seven years to change my hair color!!! I love my red, but sometimes you just need a little bit of honey," she captioned one of her posts, crediting her hairstylist and expressing a feeling of rejuvenation.
The musical artist's hair transformation comes less than a year after a period of hospitalization related to her ongoing weight loss journey. Wilson has been open about her challenges with weight, having undergone gastric bypass surgery in 1999, which initially helped her lose 150 pounds. She later opted for lap-band surgery in 2012 after regaining some weight, and in 2017, had ruptured implants removed.
In September 2025, Wilson decided to have her lap-band removed due to complications. This procedure led to the discovery of an ulcer, which she described as a "very scary" situation that caused a dramatic increase in her blood pressure and leg swelling. She attributed the ulcer to the year's stress, which may have included the death of her father, Beach Boys icon Brian Wilson, in June 2025 following a battle with dementia. At the time of her hospitalization, Wilson expressed gratitude for her doctors and supporters, stating the experience gave her a new perspective on her health.
More recently, Wilson has focused on dietary changes for weight management. In 2024, she reported losing 40 pounds by excluding gluten, sugar, and butter, while keeping fats low. She acknowledged that occasional indulgences in cheese and nuts had been part of her adjusted eating habits, which she described as a successful and sustainable approach to managing her cravings.