When many of us think of our favorite celebrities, few stop to think of the character they create and maintain in their personal lives. Acting is not an easy job, though some would like to think so. To become a favored A-listed actor or actress, one must endure odd schedules, hours of make-up and hair styling sessions, hours of studying, filming in extreme conditions at times, and worse—A constant barrage of critique from the public over looks, manners, actions and comment. It’s no wonder many celebrities suffer depression and other social anxiety disorders over time.

If that wasn’t enough, many celebrities also suffer from premature hair loss as a result of years of abusive hair regimes that expose them to a host of damaging chemicals, ruining their natural look. Most recently, Keira Knightly was interviewed by InStyle, in which she confessed to having worn a wig in public over the past 5 years… 5 Years!!! What’s best is that she loves it!

“For the past five years I’ve used wigs, which is the greatest thing that’s ever happened to my hair.” The 31 year old told InStyle.

It goes without saying that celebrities are leading the charge when it comes to wearing a wig in public. They understand that looking your best doesn’t mean you have to compromise because you’re having a bad hair day. When you wear a wig, everyday is a great hair day. In Keira Knightly’s case, her hair started falling out when she was 26 because of all the constant hairstyle changes in her career. In addition to that, she also admits that her hair isn’t exactly easy to manage, being the thick curly type; it’s not easy to wake up every morning and put on the perfect face.

Another actress well known for her lovely variety of looks is Angelina Jolie. Instead of enduring the extra chair time for styling, she’s been known to request wigs for various shoots and public functions.

Beyonce sports a variety of wigs for work and play, and is rarely ever seen in public without her wig.

After shaving her head while portraying a character in Les Miserables; Ann Hathaway has repeatedly turned to wearing wigs since. In Brokeback Mountain and very recently that beautiful platinum blonde hair in Alice in Wonderland.

Kylie Jenner doesn’t need an introduction, a video posted on TheKylieJenner.com; she openly shares her wig collection with her fans.

Gwen Stefani joked in an interview with Entertainment Tonight, that she hasn’t seen her real hair since 9th grade!