Billie Eilish's Stunning Transformation for 'The Bell Jar' Surprises Fans

WHO:

Page Six - Billie Eilish is starring in the film "The Bell Jar."

Page Six - Carey Mulligan is set to star as Mrs. Greenwood in the film.

WHAT:

Page Six - Billie Eilish is transformed for her role in "The Bell Jar," based on Sylvia Plath’s 1963 novel.

Page Six - Eilish is playing the protagonist, Esther Greenwood.

BuzzFeed - Fans expressed surprise at Eilish's transformation, stating they would not have recognized her.

WHERE:

Page Six - The film is currently being filmed in Toronto.

WHEN:

Page Six - "The Bell Jar" is expected to be released next year.

Page Six - Eilish previously expanded into acting in 2023, playing a cult leader in the Amazon Prime thriller series "Swarm."

WHY:

Page Six - Eilish's new look is inspired by photos of Sylvia Plath, as "The Bell Jar" is considered a semi-autobiographical book.

HOW:

Page Six - Eilish's transformation includes dark brown hair cut to shoulder length, a matching percher hat, and a fitted short-sleeve knit in cherry red.

Page Six - Eilish's makeup is minimal, featuring bold lipstick, and she wears a waist-nipped blue button-front dress.

(UPDATED August 5, 2026 23:54 UTC)

Billie Eilish is set to star as Esther Greenwood in the upcoming film "The Bell Jar," which is currently being filmed in Toronto and is expected to be released next year. Eilish's transformation for the role includes dark brown hair cut to shoulder length, a matching percher hat, and a fitted short-sleeve knit in cherry red, drawing inspiration from photos of Sylvia Plath, as the film is based on her semi-autobiographical novel. Carey Mulligan will also join the cast, playing Mrs. Greenwood, and fans have expressed surprise at Eilish's new look, stating they would not have recognized her.