The pompadour has been around since the 18th century, dating back to Madame de Pompadour, the royal mistress to Louis XV, who wore the hairstyle so much that it was named after her. But it?s come a long way and changed a whole lot since then.
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Although started by a woman, in today?s day and age, the style of rolling the hair back off the forehead is largely gracing the heads of men. However, that doesn?t mean women have completely dropped the classic look. Instead, they?re just reinventing it. So whether you’re sticking to the book or looking for an updated version, we?ve rounded up 19 celebrities who?ve done both. 
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Alicia Keys
The singer went big and bold with this classic updo at the 54th Grammy Awards. Getty Images
Alyssa Milano 
A few lingering pieces kept Milano’s hair playful at the 73rd Golden Globes.
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Amber Heard
In 2012, Heard nailed the soft updo with major height.
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Ava DuVernay
A modern twist for the 71st Cannes Film Festival, DuVernay wrapped her locs in a large front braid creating the effect of a pompadour.
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Coco Rocha
The model went slick and styled for the 2015 amfAR New York Gala.
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Evan Rachel Wood
The “Westworld” actress pushed her coif to the side for a swooping effect in 2015.
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