Florence Henderson's Hairpiece Shocker

Florence Henderson, the beloved actress who portrayed Carol Brady on The Brady Bunch, initially wore a wig during the show's early filming. This adjustment was necessary because her hair was too short from her commitments to 'South Pacific' and 'The Song of Norway' in 1967 and 1970 respectively. These prior roles delayed her start on The Brady Bunch, causing the first six episodes to be filmed without her.

Henderson herself recalled in a 2004 interview that her hair was "real short bleached blonde" at the time, necessitating the wig, which she dubbed her "bubble 'do." Beyond her hairstyle, Henderson was dedicated to portraying Carol as a relatable figure. She advocated for progressive depictions, notably her refusal to wear an apron and her preference for stylish nightgowns, emphasizing the character's humanity and the evolving portrayal of couples on television.