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You Have to See This Throwback Photo of Gina Kirschenheiter as a Brunette

Did you know that The Real Housewives of Orange County mom wasn't always a blonde?

By Chantel Morel
Gina Kirschenheiter Brunette Hair

Before moving west, and joining The Real Housewives of Orange County crew, Gina Kirschenheiter had a different life — one as a brunette, that is. Thanks to a throwback photo posted by Gina, we've learned that the Long Island native wasn't always a blonde. (We know, we're shocked, too.) 

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On Thursday, Gina posted a photo from her graduation at Hofstra University. In the pic, Gina appeared almost unrecognizable with long shiny brown strands. Sure, we've seen the sassy OC mom test out pink highlights, but this dark hue is a major change from her current golden mane.

Clearly, Gina can rock any hair color she pleases — and her IG followers agree. "Wow. You look so great with that hair color. Of course you look great now too," a fan wrote. We totally agree. 

While Gina may no longer have dark brown hair, one thing has surely remained the same: her million dollar smile. 

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