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Jennifer Grey transformed for her role in Lifetime’s Gwen Shamblin: Starving for Salvation
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Spent two hours daily in hair and makeup
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Used two human hair wigs, "mountain of hair" and "the young church lady bob"
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Paid attention to Shamblin's over-the-top makeup, particularly lip liner
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Transformation was painful, causing headaches after wig removal
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Avoided cheap wigs in the movie
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Became well-acquainted with hair stylist during filming
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Took dialect coach help to embody part fully
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Tried to understand Shamblin's beliefs and cult-like behaviors
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Willing to go beyond the lines for Shamblin's makeup
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