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59 Pop Culture Pics You Thought You Knew—But Wait Till You See Them From This Mind-Blowing Angle!

Ever wonder how a sprinkle of cosmic mischief could mess with Hollywood’s magic? When The Wizard of Oz first rolled its cameras, the Wicked Witch of the West wasn’t quite the iconic nightmare we know today — Margaret Hamilton rocked less makeup and a modest bob wig, nowhere near the menacing sorceress she’d later become. And Judy Garland’s Dorothy? Instead of her familiar ruby slippers and innocent charm, she sported a strawberry blonde wig with a heavy dose of makeup, crafting a “baby-doll” vibe that feels totally different from the girl who clicked her heels. Maybe Mercury’s retrograde was playing tricks, turning glam upside down before settling into the legendary look we cherish . . . or perhaps it just proves that even in Oz, transformation is the name of the game! Ready to dive behind the scenes and uncover more about these curious costume choices? LEARN MORE.

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When The Wizard of Oz started filming, the Wicked Witch of West was not as menacing looking as she would be in the final film, with Margaret Hamilton wearing less makeup and a long bob wig. While Judy Garland’s Dorothy wore a strawberry blonde wig and a lot of makeup to give her a “baby-doll” look:

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