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Cheryl Hines, long celebrated for her Emmy-nominated portrayal in “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” found her world shifting dramatically following the conclusion of the beloved HBO series in 2024. In recent years, her spotlight has been shared, and often overshadowed, by her husband Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s political endeavors and controversies, particularly as he assumed the role of US Secretary of Health and Human Services under Donald Trump’s second administration. Once known for her daring fashion choices on the red carpet, including a particularly revealing dress at an Emmy after-party in 2022, Hines now appears to be rethinking her style.
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For decades, Cheryl Hines was simply known for her Emmy-nominated role in “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” but the HBO comedy series ended its long run in 2024, and her husband Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his many scandals overshadowed her fame. As an actor, Hines wore some pretty scandalous outfits, many of which we doubt she’d wear now that her husband is US secretary of health and human services in Donald Trump’s second administration. Among them? The revealing dress Hines wore for an Emmy after-party in 2022.
Hines stepped out in a dark, long dress with a blue sequined pattern that featured cutout details around her chest. Hines’ neckline plunged into her midsection, while spaghetti straps held it together, further highlighting her bust. The detailing along the neckline called for little accessorizing, with Hines keeping things simple with small gold hoop earrings and matching rings. Hines looked confident in her revealing look, taking to Instagram to share it with her fans. The reaction to it was mixed, though.
Cheryl Hines, like many in Hollywood, was traditionally aligned with Democratic ideals. Her marriage to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in 2014 reflected this shared political stance. However, Kennedy’s departure from the Democratic Party in 2023, when he launched an independent bid for the presidency, marked a pivotal shift in both their lives. Now, firmly entrenched in the political right, Hines remains a supportive spouse, subtly adapting her public image to align with their new political reality.
In recent public appearances, Hines has embraced a more conservative wardrobe, reflecting her husband’s political transformation. At the 2025 Oscars, she opted for a classic all-black strapless gown, notable for its elegance and modesty, featuring a knee-length slit that was far from provocative. Similarly, at the opening night of “Les Misérables” at The Kennedy Center in June 2025, Hines chose a long gown that was both understated and sophisticated, offering minimal skin exposure and complemented by subtle detailing along the hemline. This evolution in style marks Hines’s quiet yet clear adaptation to her changed personal and public circumstances.
Cheryl Hines is in her politician’s wife era now
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Like many Hollywood stars, Cheryl Hines was a lifelong Democrat with pretty liberal views. And when she married Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in 2014, so was he. He left the party behind in 2023 when he announced he intended to run for president as an independent. A lot has happened since then, and now he’s one of the champions of the right. And Hines has stood by her man, and her fashion choices seem to have adapted accordingly.
For the most part, Hines has opted for more subdued looks, even for Hollywood-related events. At the 2025 Oscars, she went for a classic strapless all-black gown (seen below). While it featured a slit in the skirt, it wasn’t revealing at all, stopping right at the knee. She went for a similar, albeit even more conservative, style for the opening night of “Les Misérables” at The Kennedy Center in June 2025 (seen above). Her long gown showed virtually no skin, and aside from the detailing along the hemline, was pretty plain.
Hines has proved she’s ready to defend her husband, controversies and all. But that doesn’t mean it has been easy. She has faced plenty of backlash, with most of her Instagram posts containing political commentary. Besides, as a Democrat, she also had to come to terms with RFK Jr.’s decision to end his independent campaign and side with Donald Trump. “I was guarded about it. It was complicated,” she said on “The View” in 2025.Â