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Quinta Brunson is best known for creating and starring in the hit sitcom Abbott Elementary, earning critical acclaim for her sharp humor, relatable storytelling, and commitment to highlighting diverse voices. After rising to fame through viral Instagram content, the talented comedian, writer, and actor is ready to take some fashion risks in Hollywood.

Quinta Brunson pivots to a pixie cut

Wearing a black dress with a plunging neckline, Quinta Brunson smiles for cameras at Emmys nominatees night
Quinta Brunson at the ‘Emmy Nominees Night’ in West Hollywood, California, on September 13, 2024 | MICHAEL TRAN/AFP via Getty Images

Brunson debuted her pixie cut on September 13 at the Emmy Nominees celebration pre-awards ceremony. This year, the 34-year-old celebrated three Emmy nominations for Abbott Elementary, including Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series, Outstanding Comedy Series, and Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series. Brunson previously wore her long dark hair in high buns, blowouts, and loose waves. Fans loved the pivot to pixie. Among many supporters, Kerry Washington commented on Instagram, “It’s giving Josephine Baker Barbie.”

Wearing a beige trench coat and plaid mini dress, Quinta Brunson waves to cameras outside of ABC Studios
‘Abbott Elementary’ star Quinta Brunson in NYC on October 8, 2024 | Raymond Hall/GC Images

On October 8, Quinta Brunson stepped out in NYC to promote the fourth season of Abbott Elementary, which premiered on October 9. The multihyphenate wore one of her sexiest looks yet as she entered ABC’s studio. Before giving an interview on GMA alongside Abbott co-star Tyler James Williams, Brunson paused for paparazzi outside of the building.

Wearing a beige trench coat and plaid mini dress, Quinta Brunson waves to cameras outside of ABC Studios
‘Abbott Elementary’ star Quinta Brunson in NYC on October 8, 2024 | Raymond Hall/GC Images

Brunson’s look was giving ’90s cool meets The Matrix. The comedian wore a cream-colored ankle-length trench coat over a coordinating plaid mini dress. She walked in thigh-high, heeled boots with pointed toes and carried a cream tote with a braided chain strap. Brunson added square wire-framed sunglasses with Neo-esque dark lenses. She stuck to simple yellow-gold jewelry, including a lariat necklace, earrings, and rings.

Quinta Brunson teases season 4 of ‘Abbott Elementary’

Wearing a striped jumpsuit and neon cardigan, Quinta Brunson smiles at cameras outside of ABC Studios
Quinta Brunson outside of ABC Studios on October 8, 2024 in NYC | Raymond Hall/GC Images

In addition to GMA, Brunson visited other media outlets to spread the word about Abbott Elementary season 4. She wore a neon coat and garnet-colored striped dress with matching shoes to LIVE with Kelly and Mark. Throughout the morning, Brunson expressed her excitement about returning to a 22-episode season. She told GMA, “This show was built to have 22 episodes, so we have more room to tell stories. We have holiday episodes again, which is so exciting. And we have episodes that are just plain fun.”

Wearing a black strapless gown, Quinta Brunson poses for photos on the red carpet at the 2024 Emmy Awards
Quinta Brunson at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles | Kevin Mazur/Getty Images; Disney/Scott Kirkland
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Quinta Brunson also divulged how season 4’s crossover with It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia came to be. “I met Rob [McElhenney], and we just got along so well. He’s also the star and creator of his show. We just started talking, like, ‘Why don’t we just do this one day?’ … It has been the most fantastic experience working with them. Not only in the writers’ room but on set. We had a ball with them. And I think it’s going to work better than people expect.”