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With a career spanning more than two decades, Amanda Righetti is no stranger to evolution. Now, she\u2019s stepping into one of the year\u2019s most anticipated projects with Scarpetta<\/em>, the buzzy adaptation of Patricia Cornwell\u2019s bestselling crime novels. In the series, Righetti plays the younger version of Dorothy, the complex character portrayed by Jamie Lee Curtis\u2014a role that required equal parts transformation and collaboration to bring the character\u2019s layered past to life.<\/p>\n Behind the scenes, beauty played its own role in shaping the performance. From late-\u201990s inspiration (think the iconic glamour of\u00a0Pamela Anderson\u00a0and early-\u201990s hair reminiscent of\u00a0Mariah Carey) to discovering new on-set favorites like\u00a0Haus Labs by Lady Gaga, Righetti says the glam process helped unlock Dorothy\u2019s bold, carefully constructed exterior. <\/p>\n Here, the actress opens up about joining a powerhouse cast, the wellness rituals that keep her grounded during demanding shoots and how her relationship with confidence and beauty has evolved since her early days in Hollywood.<\/p>\n \u201cOverwhelmed with joy! It was an amazing feeling to land this show, to have the opportunity to be a part of such an iconic book series and to be included among such legendary talent.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cDorothy\u2019s unfiltered, unhinged, gregarious personality and complicated relationship with Kay were intriguing to me. There is a lot to pull from. She\u2019s terrifying and hysterical all in the same breath, which made the challenge attractive.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cWe spoke about Dorothy\u2019s backstory as well as ideas about what makes her tick. I studied JLC\u2019s work in other projects and watched dailies from her scenes with Nicole Kidman to see what behaviors I could match. She thoroughly encouraged me to bring my own version of Dorothy.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cDorothy\u2019s visage is her armor and mask from the world, to hide any vulnerability. I didn\u2019t fully find her until I had gone through the wardrobe and glam process. For makeup inspiration, we used Pam Anderson in the late \u201990s\u2026hair was inspired by Mariah Carey in the early \u201990s. I was introduced to Lady Gaga\u2019s makeup line, Haus Labs, which I love!\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cIt was an incredible experience to be included with such talented individuals. Everyone is so on their game. It raises the bar and sets the tone for the work ethic. It\u2019s been great fun to play in that sandbox.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cMy confidence has found roots in developing self-awareness over the years, and learning to simply trust my instincts.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cSoaking in Epsom salt and magnesium baths during demanding shoots helps keep my body balanced. It allows me time alone to process, recharge and reset.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019ve grown in patience with myself and others. I\u2019m enjoying the process more and not rushing through the small, fleeting moments of life. \u201d<\/p>\n \u2018Self-image is developed through self-reflection, and I think that\u2019s beautiful. I would tell my teenage self to drown out all the noise and to love and trust herself.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nScarpetta\u00a0<\/em>is already being called one of the most anticipated series of the year\u2014what was your initial reaction when you found out you were joining the cast?<\/h2>\n
What drew you most to Dorothy as a character?<\/h2>\n
You\u2019re portraying the flashback version of Jamie Lee Curtis\u2019 role. How did the two of you collaborate to create a seamless story?<\/h2>\n
How did wardrobe, hair and makeup guide your performance? <\/h2>\n
What was it like working alongside such an accomplished cast?<\/h2>\n
How has your definition of confidence changed over the course of your career?<\/h2>\n
Are there wellness or skin-care rituals you rely on during demanding shoots?<\/h2>\n
Looking back at your early breakout on\u00a0The O.C.<\/em>, what do you think you understand about yourself now that you didn\u2019t then?<\/h2>\n
You began your career at 14. How has your relationship with beauty and self-image evolved since those early days? Is there anything you\u2019d like to tell that teenager?<\/h2>\n