Actresses Who Look Nothing Like Their Characters In Real Life

Total Opposites

Cardellini was actually a perfect pick for Velma, even though she was a bombshell in real life. The costume department did such a great job with her hair and makeup that a lot of people didn't recognize Cardellini in costume! She truly brought the nerdy paranormal investigator to life.

The More You Know

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.