Charlize Theron debuts new BLACK hairdo at starry gala for her Africa Outreach Project

Charlize Theron debuted a new jet-black hairdo at an event for her charity this weekend on the Universal Studios backlot.

The 46-year-old, who is known for her luxurious blonde locks, went for a daring alteration to her look this Saturday.

She welcomed a dazzling array of stars that evening to a fete for Charlize Theron’s Africa Outreach Project, which aims to combat HIV and AIDS on the continent.

Now and then: Charlize is pictured with her newfangled dark hairdo this weekend (left) and the blonde locks she more often sports in 2020 (right)

Charlize, who herself hails from South Africa, wore her hair in a mullet style to the glittering celebrity-strewn event.

The Oscar-winning actress opted for a simple business casual look that included a white blouse tucked into a high-waisted pair of blue jeans.

Charlize’s guest list included none other than The Fast And The Furious franchise mainstay Jordana Brewster, who turned up the glamor factor at the event.

She slid her athletic frame into a sleek skintight sleeveless top with a futuristic print that matched her flared trousers.

Swanking about: The Oscar-winning actress opted for a simple business casual look that included a white blouse tucked into a high-waisted pair of blue jeans

Looking fab: Her guest list included none other than The Fast And The Furious franchise mainstay Jordana Brewster, who turned up the glamor factor at the event

Connections: The Panamanian bombshell, who has starred with Charlize in multiple Fast And Furious movies, balanced expertly on a sky-high pair of stilettos

Wearing her luxurious dark locks down, she sharpened her screen siren features with makeup for her latest night on the town.

Jordana added a touch of glitz to the look with a shimmering pair of earrings, accessorizing further with a small black clutch.

The Panamanian bombshell, who has starred with Charlize in multiple Fast And Furious movies, balanced expertly on a sky-high pair of stilettos.

Showbiz figures galore were on hand for the gala, including Algerian actress Sofia Boutella, who was in Charlize’s movie Atomic Blonde.

Co-star: Showbiz figures galore were on hand for the gala, including Algerian actress Sofia Boutella, who was in Charlize’s movie Atomic Blonde

What a party: TikTok star Benito Skinner (left) lent the evening a festive air in a canary yellow floral shirt, while soap star Reign Edwards (right) rocked a black top with blue jeans

Dreamboat; Smoldering heartthrob Mike Manning, who has been on such programs as Teen Wolf and Days Of Our Lives, turned up the heat at the gala

TikTok star Benito Skinner lent the evening a festive air in a canary yellow floral shirt, while soap star Reign Edwards rocked a black top with blue jeans.

Smoldering heartthrob Mike Manning, who has been on such programs as Teen Wolf and Days Of Our Lives, turned up the heat at the gala.

Comedian Sasha Merci made a splash in blue gown with an ornately designed wave print, while Elva Trill made her presence felt in a green and pink jumpsuit.

Emily Carmichael, who co-wrote the new film Jurassic World Dominion with its director Colin Trevorrow, was a sight to see in a flesh-flashing sea blue unitard.

So many stars: Comedian Sasha Merci (left) made a splash in blue gown with an ornately designed wave print, while Elva Trill (right) made her presence felt in a green and pink jumpsuit

Sensation: Emily Carmichael, who co-wrote the new film Jurassic World Dominion with its director Colin Trevorrow, was a sight to see in a flesh-flashing sea blue unitard

Beautiful in blue: Angelique Cabral (left) exuded a summery air in a high-cut floral wrap dress, while Alyssa Sutherland (right) flashed her enviably trim midriff in a crop top

Angelique Cabral exuded a summery air in a high-cut floral wrap dress, while Alyssa Sutherland flashed her enviably trim midriff in a crop top.

The West Wing alumna Mary McCormack complemented her fluttering midnight blue dress with a black leather jacket and matching boots.

Meanwhile the television chef Andrew Zimmern, who also has a cookery show on YouTube, revealed his musical tastes with a Grateful Dead t-shirt.

Bringing it together: The West Wing alumna Mary McCormack complemented her fluttering midnight blue dress with a black leather jacket and matching boots

He’s a fan: Meanwhile the television chef Andrew Zimmern, who also has a cookery show on YouTube, revealed his musical tastes with a Grateful Dead t-shirt

Bryce Dallas Howard and Jeff Goldblum, both of whom star in the new film Jurassic World Dominion, were on hand for the fete.

While Jeff was in the original Jurassic Park movie from 1993, Bryce has been part of the franchise since the 2015 picture Jurassic World.

Jeff, 69, attended Charlize’s gala on the arm of his third wife Emilie Livingston, 39, a retired Olympic rhythmic gymnast he married in 2014.

The names who made their way to Charlize’s big night include the drag queen Eureka O’Hara, who has been on RuPaul’s Drag Race.

All smiles: Bryce Dallas Howard (left) and Jeff Goldblum (right), both of whom star in the new film Jurassic World Dominion, were on hand for the fete

Hand in hand: Jeff, 69, attended Charlize’s gala on the arm of his third wife Emilie Livingston, 39, a retired Olympic rhythmic gymnast he married in 2014

Unmistakable: The names who made their way to Charlize’s big night include the drag queen Eureka O’Hara, who has been on RuPaul’s Drag Race