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What the 'Orange Is the New Black' Cast Look Like in Real Life

Believe it or not, when they ditch the jumpsuits, they're a glamorous bunch.

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The prisoners of Litchfield Penitentiary typically wear khaki uniforms and little to no makeup, so it's hard to imagine what these actors look like IRL — until now. Which screen-to-street transformation do you love the most?

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On The Show: Tiffany "Pennsatucky" Doggett

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While she's often quite the antagonist toward certain characters, we've gotten to know more about what's led Tiffany "Pennsatucky" Doggett to turn out the way she has.

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In Real Life: Taryn Manning

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Surprise, surprise! Taryn Manning is actually stunning — and has an absolutely beautiful smile.

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On The Show: Suzanne "Crazy Eyes" Warren

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A viewer favorite, Suzanne is one of the most complex characters on the show. We're excited to see where her fiction writing skills take her in season 4.

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In Real Life: Uzo Aduba

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Actress Uzo Aduba's portrayal of Suzanne has been so lauded, she won Emmy Awards for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series and Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. Plus, she's got incredibly glamorous style.

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On The Show: Alex Vause

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As Piper's on-again, off-again girlfriend, Alex is no doubt a polarizing character.

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In Real Life: Laura Prepon

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Previously known for her role as redheaded Donna on That '70s Show, Laura Prepon is now channelling Alex Vause full-time, rocking sleek dark hair off-camera.

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On The Show: Sophia Burset

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The very glam Sophia is one of the series' best and most beloved characters, navigating life as a parent, a transgender woman and as the prison's resident beauty pro.

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In Real Life: Laverne Cox

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Cox never shows up on the red carpet looking anything less than picture perfect. Her role on the show has made waves in the entertainment industry, as she's one of the first openly transgender people to star in a major television series, and she's the first openly transgender person to receive an Emmy nomination for acting.

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On The Show: Piper Chapman

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At first glance (well, in the first season), Piper is an innocent and naive woman who made a very big mistake during her youth. But as the show goes on, we start to see her less, ahem, polished side.

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In Real Life: Taylor Schilling

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Off-screen, Taylor Schilling has a much more elegant look, donning beautiful gowns and bright makeup on the red carpet. And she's not just a pretty face — her portrayal of Piper earned her a Golden Globe nomination and an Emmy nomination.

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On The Show: Aleida Diaz

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She hasn't always been a particularly good parent to fellow inmate Daya, but Aleida becomes increasingly protective of her daughter after her pregnancy — and is willing to go to great lengths to control the situation.

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In Real Life: Elizabeth Rodriguez

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When she's not wearing a rough, khaki combo, Elizabeth Rodriguez likes to wear goddess-like gowns and elegant chignons.

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On The Show: Blanca Flores

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Not much is known about Blanca's past, but her cell phone trick from season one makes it clear that she's very clever.

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In Real Life: Laura Gómez

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That's right: This is Blanca Flores. You would never know it, considering how the show styles her, but Gómez looks just like a model in real life.

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On The Show: Carrie "Big Boo" Black

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While she's one of the show's funniest characters, "Big Boo" has had a difficult past as a result of her parents' disapproval of her sexuality and gender expression.

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In Real Life: Lea DeLaria

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On the red carpet, Lea DeLaria is a stylish comedian and jazz musician — and she looks great in a suit.

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On The Show: Cindy Hayes

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While she's an absolutely hilarious character, Cindy "Black Cindy" Hayes goes through a truly beautiful experience during season three, when we get to see more of her emotional side.

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In Real Life: Adrienne C. Moore

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While her character is cute, Adrienne C. Moore is simply dazzling off-camera, donning gorgeous gowns and glam makeup on the red carpet.

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On The Show: Galina "Red" Reznikov

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Intense yet endearing, vindictive yet lovable, there's something really special about Russian inmate "Red" and her quick-witted personality.

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In Real Life: Kate Mulgrew

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While her hair is as red as her character's, actress Kate Mulgrew skips the wild eyeliner looks.

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