May 19, 2025 — New York, NY — Renée Zellweger is turning heads with a dramatic new look as she joins the cast of Hulu’s hit series Only Murders in the Building. Known for her iconic blonde hair, the Bridget Jones star was recently spotted filming in New York City with shoulder-length bright red curls and a soft side part.
It is not yet confirmed whether the vibrant hairstyle is a wig for her role or a permanent change. Zellweger’s casting adds to the buzz around the upcoming fifth season, which also features new guest stars Christoph Waltz, Téa Leoni, and Keegan-Michael Key. Details about Zellweger’s character remain under wraps, with Hulu declining to comment on her storyline.
Production for the new season began in late March. The show, starring Selena Gomez, Martin Short, Steve Martin, and Meryl Streep, has earned widespread acclaim since its 2021 debut. It has won seven Emmy Awards, including honors for production design, sound mixing, and music composition.
Last year, Gomez praised the series’ direction in season four, describing it as “our most exciting season yet.” Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, she said, “How it came together was so magical… Taking us to L.A. and then doing all the other stuff is exciting.”
Zellweger, fresh off recent acclaim, continues to embrace roles that challenge expectations. Reflecting on a past character, she once said, “I love that she doesn’t meet anybody’s standard idea about beauty or success, but she triumphs anyway by forging her own path.”
Her addition to Only Murders in the Building promises to bring a fresh dynamic to a show already known for its star-studded cast and unpredictable twists.