Bachelor Nation did a double-take when “The Bachelor” season 23 winner Cassie Randolph kicked off 2026 with an unexpected hair transformation.
Taking to Instagram, Randolph debuted a fresh-cut bob. It marked a major hair change for the reality TV star, who had just celebrated her wedding to musician Brighton Reinhardt in Dec. 2025, wearing her blonde hair long and wavy.
Cassie Randolph Debuts New Bold Hair Look
“The Bachelor” season 23 star Cassie Randolph decided to kick off the new year with a major hair transformation. In a Jan. 15 Instagram post, Randolph revealed that she chopped off her long blonde locks for a fresh new bob hairstyle.
The video begins with Randolph shown from behind, flaunting her long, wavy hair, before cutting to a front-facing reveal of her new, shorter style, which perfectly frames her face.
She also shared the simple caption, “starting things off with a bob ✂️.”
Of course, Bachelor Nation quickly commented on Randolph’s new look. “The Bachelor” star Rachael Kirkconnell wrote, “omg i love it!!!!!” Fellow season 23 contestant Demi Burnett shared, “OMG ITS SO CUTE 🥹😍.”
In a second post, Randolph poses with a big smile on her face as she shows off her hair, even asking her followers for some advice on styling a bob. She captioned her image, “cut my hair because the tangles were out of control and I needed to simplify, but it’s a learning curve! any and all styling advice is welcome ☺️☺️.”
Randolph Tied the Knot With Musician Brighton Reinhardt in Costa Rica
Randolph ended 2025 by marrying the man of her dreams. According to People, the reality star wed her longtime love of five years, musician Brighton Reinhardt, in an intimate wedding in Costa Rica on Dec. 5.
Randolph told the outlet that the couple chose a destination wedding so that their 70 guests could “pause their lives, travel somewhere beautiful, and just be together.” She added, “I couldn’t wait to look around and see our closest friends and family all in Costa Rica, celebrating with us and making memories we’ll talk about forever.”
The couple exchanged vows at The Point Luxury Villa in Tamarindo, Costa Rica, surrounded by sweeping ocean views and a dreamy, tropical backdrop. Embracing the natural beauty of the setting, the decor was kept intentionally understated, with soft whites and pastels that allowed the landscape to shine.
“Nothing over-the-top, nothing distracting or taking away from the actual moment. We wanted it to feel personal and full of memories we’ll cherish forever,” Reinhardt shared with People.
