Anna Nicole Smith & Larry Birkheads Daughter, 17, Surprises Fans with Dark Hair Transformation

Dannielynn Birkhead has fans swooning over her new dark hair that she was seen sporting at a convention. She went to the event with her dad, whom the public praised as an amazing parent.

Yesterday, on August 27, Larry Birkhead gave his Instagram followers glimpses of what he and the late and great Anna Nicole Smiths beloved daughter got up to on the weekend. The eye-catching photos he shared of their time at an event that underscored Dannielynn Birkheads love for anime depict the teen with striking new hair.

Fan comment about Dannielynn Birkhead, posted on August 27, 2024 | Source: Instagram/larryanddannielynn

Cosplaying as three different characters from “Kamen Rider,” Larry and Annas 17-year-old daughter got to meet a few of her favorite Japanese live-action actors at Power Morphicon in Pasadena.

Cosplayers at Power Morphicon, posted on August 27, 2024 | Source: Instagram/larryanddannielynn

Her first look as the character Hino Eiji featured edgy dark brown hair that had red and platinum blonde highlights. With this hair, Dannielynn rocked a colorful t-shirt, maroon pants, a dark blue poncho, wristbands, and a red, black, gold, and green plastic bird-style claw on her right hand.

Dannielynn Birkhead posing for a picture, posted on August 27, 2024 | Source: Instagram/larryanddannielynn

In her second look, Dannielynn transformed into Ankh. For this ensemble, the young lady changed her dark hair to a light orange color, with the locks fashioned into tight curls instead of the previous jagged haircut.

Dannielynn meeting one of her favorite Japanese live-action actors, posted on August 27, 2024 | Source: Instagram/larryanddannielynn

Dressing as Ankh, Dannielynn wore the same plastic bird claw from her first costume and paired it with a black shirt over a white one, red pants, and Doc Marten-inspired boots.

Dannielynn talking with a cosplay character, posted on August 27, 2024 | Source: Instagram/larryanddannielynn

According to her dad, the last look featured Dannielynn dressed as “Ankh possessing Eiji from the Kamen Rider OOO 10th: Core Medal of Resurrection movie.”

“Had an awesome time at this weekends @officialpowermorphicon in Pasadena, California thanks to @tokuspirits! Dannielynn […] was so excited to meet @maaaaaaaasahiro (Masahiro Inoue) that plays Decade from Kamen Rider Decade that she was overcome with joy,” read a part of Larrys caption.

Masahiro Inoue and Dannielynn Birkhead. | Source: Instagram/larryanddannielynn

“She was also excited to meet @yuikoike_official (Gokai Pink) and @ozawa_ryota (Gokai Red) from Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger @yasuhisa_furuhara0813 (Go-on Red) from Engine Sentai Go-Onger was her other favorites! […] This is the first stop and pre-celebration for Dannielynns upcoming birthday celebration! The countdown begins now!” continued Larry in his message.

Ryota Ozawa and Dannielynn Birkhead. | Source: Instagram/larryanddannielynn

After thanking other people and organizations that made it possible for him and his daughter to attend the event, Larry hinted that he and Dannielynn might be headed to Japan next, at the end of his caption.

People who saw the fun times the father-daughter duo had at Power Morphicon took to the comment section of Larrys post to express how beautiful Dannielynn looked with her different hair.

Dannielynn Birkhead and Masahiro Inoue. | Source: Instagram/larryanddannielynn

They also compared her to her late mom. Additionally, someone said that the hairstyle made her look more like her dad, who they praised as a good father.

“What a special experience for her!! What fun! I have to say… she looks like you with the short and dark hair (I know its just a wig) 🙂 But we all know she is her mommas mini me!! Enjoy and safe travels to your next adventure! Thanks for sharing! Youre a great daddy!” expressed a fan.

Yasuhisa Furuhara and Dannielynn Birkhead. | Source: Instagram/larryanddannielynn

Another gushed, “She couldnt be any cuter!!! ❤️🖤.” “Oh my gosh, these pictures are adorable! You are the best dad. And holy moly, that dark hair on her looks gorgeous. Those eyes pop just like her sweet Moms did,” swooned an admirer.

Yui Koike and Dannielynn. | Source: Instagram/larryanddannielynn

Chiming in with another comment, someone else said, “I love that she is able to be herself and not expected to be her mom.” “What a beauty with black hair! [Wow]!!” exclaimed another observer.

“Love her hair! I cant believe shes all grown up. Seems like she was just a baby. Good job, Daddy. She turned out beautiful. Inside and out,” praised a fan.

Dannielynns recent cosplay experience isnt the first time the teenager has dressed up as her favorite characters from Japanese live-action shows.

Just last year, an Instagram post from Dannielynns father revealed that she went as Oni Sister from “Avatoro Sentai Donbrothers”—another favorite show of hers—to go trick or treating on Halloween.

Dannielynn Birkhead trick or treating, posted on November 1, 2023 | Source: Instagram/larryanddannielynnbirkhead

Stepping in again as a doting father, Larry revealed that he had made his daughters outfit from scratch based on a 3D model. He did so after finding out, in the nick of time, that stores were not selling the costume that Dannielynn wanted.

Larry Birkhead making Dannielynn Birkheads Halloween costume, posted on November 1, 2023 | Source: Instagram/larryanddannielynn

“It is the first time I attempted that before, but I figure we are approaching the end of the trick-or-treating phase (or maybe not) so I told her I would try my best. Hours and hours later, I think we got a decent version of her favorite character, that she has reminded me numerous times is not a Power Ranger!” expressed Larry on November 1, 2023.

In May of this year (2024), Dannielynn attended the Kentucky Derby with her dad in a dress that was inspired by one of the same characters she emulated at the recent anime convention. She wore a unique red dress with ruffled shoulder pads.

Dannielynn Birkhead posing with an action figure of the character her dress was inspired by, posted on May 4, 2024 | Source: Instagram/larryanddannielynn

“Dannielynns dress was inspired by her favorite character Hino Eiji, Kamen Rider OOO TajaDor combo -she made me write that 😆 -because that character had the same shoulders as the design of the dress she found! 🤷‍♂️” captioned Larry alongside photos of him and Dannielynn.

Ahead of the Kentucky Derby, where Dannielynn Birkhead was seen rocking her red dress, she and Larry Birkhead attended the Barnstable Brown Gala. The 17-year-olds appearance at this event quickly caught the attention of netizens, who felt that her look was a little too much for her age.

Larry and Dannielynn Birkhead posing for a picture together on their way to the Barnstable Brown Gala, posted on May 4, 2024 | Source: Instagram/larryanddannielynn

From pictures shared by her father on Instagram, Dannielynn was seen rocking an all-black look that Larry revealed was one of music superstar Janet Jacksons outfits. He got it for Dannielynn at the music icons charity auction.

Dannielynn Birkhead showing off her outfit while on her way to the Barnstable Brown Gala, posted on May 4, 2024 | Source: Instagram/larryanddannielynn

Coupled with her Janet ensemble, Dannielynn donned some makeup, including a chic smoky eye and pink lipstick. To finish off her look, the adolescent styled her blonde tresses in loose curls.

Larry and Dannielynn Birkhead at the Barnstable Brown Gala in Louisville, Kentucky on May 3, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

“Looking forward to a fun Derby weekend with the newly graduated high school student! 🐎 👩‍🎓,” wrote Dannielynns dad, emphasizing the wonderful time they were set to have. However, far from being fussed about the event, many people were focused on Dannielynns appearance.

The teens makeup, done by a makeup artist named Rick Bancroft, sparked a flurry of online comments. “Too much makeup for a 17 year old!” chastised a social media user. Another user made the same comment about Dannielynn wearing a lot of makeup and added that it was “hiding her natural beauty!”

Dannielynn Birkhead | Source: Getty Images

Agreeing with the previous assertions, another person expressed, “Way [too] much […] for a young girl.” “I think they are trying to make her look like her mom. Let her be 17,” stated an Instagrammer.

Dannielynn Birkhead at the 149th Kentucky Derby in Louisville, Kentucky on May 6, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

Although many felt that Dannielynns makeup was inappropriate for her age, some people showered her with compliments. However, even among the compliments some gave, they still echoed the collective sentiment of the young beautys look being too grown up.

Dannielynn Birkhead at the 150th Kentucky Derby in Louisville, Kentucky on May 4, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

“Doesnt even need much makeup. Especially the eyebrows,” someone said. “Sweetheart, great job, however very heavy,” another social media user who saw the pictures of Dannielynn.

Dannielynn and Larry Birkhead at the 149th Kentucky Derby Barnstable Brown Gala in Louisville, Kentucky on May 5, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

Among the many comments about Dannielynn being too young for the makeup she wore, a fan gushed, “Omg I almost thought it was her mom sitting there for a moment. So beautiful. Congratulations on graduating high school.”

Dannielynn Birkhead at the 148th Kentucky Derby Barnstable Brown Gala in Louisville, Kentucky on May 6, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

Apart from inheriting her moms beauty, Dannielynn has also adopted her late mothers style in some instances. According to Larry, his daughter sometimes wears her moms old clothes that he kept in storage for her.

Anna Nicole Smith posing for Guess? Sportswear at the Bullocks Store in Beverly Hills, California on February 20, 1993 | Source: Getty Images

“Theres some t-shirts and different things she fits in […] Theres also some things that would have to wait till later. Some things are a bit more revealing and low-cut. Plus, she was a variety of sizes, so shes got every size covered that you can imagine,” Larry divulged last year (2023).

However, he also made it clear that there are some items of clothing that Dannielynn has no interest in. “Theres also some things that shell say Dad, no thanks, thats not my style,” he disclosed.

From her dads statements, its clear that while Dannielynn may emulate some aspects of her moms fashion sense, the teenager has her own sense of style.

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Dannielynn and Larry Birkhead at the 148th Kentucky Derby Barnstable Brown Gala in Louisville, Kentucky on May 6, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

As a proud dad, Larry has taken several opportunities to boast about his beloved daughter and what a “great kid” she is. Aside from the comic convention and the Kentucky Derby, Larry, who once mentioned that he “cant believe” Dannielynn “is old enough to drive,” was seen spending time with his daughter earlier this year (2024).

In January, the doting father shared an endearing carousel of images of him and Dannielynn at a restaurant. This ignited comments from fans about which parent they feel she resembles the most, which we previously reported on January 24, 2024.

Larry and Dannielynn Birkhead as seen in an Instagram carousel, posted on January 23, 2024 | Source: Instagram.com/larryanddannielynn/

Social media was abuzz with fan remarks about the father-daughter pair. Of the pictures taken during their outing, one fan stated, “Dannielynn looks so much like you; she could be your twin.”

While additional comments continued to focus on Dannielynn being the “spitting image of her dad” others reflected on her “beautiful smile” and noted that she “looks more and more like her beautiful mom.” However, one person asserted that she “looks nothing like Anna Nicole.”

Anna Nicole Smith at the Video Software Dealers Association Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada on July 11, 1993 | Source: Getty Images

Apart from the restaurant pictures, Larry has also shared tender snapshots of life with Dannielynn, who is growing up to mirror both of her parents in different ways. While fans have long noted the physical similarities she shares with her father, Larry has observed that Dannielynn resembles her late mother.

One of the ways in which Dannielynn does so is when she experiments with makeup. She occasionally tends to bring a touch of “The Anna Nicole Show” stars glamour to her appearance.

Anna Nicole Smith at the opening of Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas, Nevada on July 24, 1994 | Source: Getty Images

Away from the glitz and scrutiny of the public eye, Larry prioritizes a normal life for Dannielynn, carefully shielding her from the medias constant attention. He intends to preserve her youth, allowing her to grow up at her own pace without the pressures that fame can often bring.

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