Hailee Steinfeld, the 29-year-old actress and singer, has made a stunning return to the red carpet, four months after welcoming her first child, Harper Haize Allen, with husband Josh Allen. Steinfeld's appearance at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in Anaheim, California, marks her first major red carpet event since becoming a mother. The event was a celebration of her upcoming animated movie, Hexed, where she voices the lead character, Billie Doe.
Steinfeld's fashion choice for the occasion was a powerful statement, showcasing her effortless chic style. She opted for an oversized white button-down shirt, paired with a structured black peplum jacket cinched at the waist with a slim leather belt. This look was completed with wide-leg dark denim jeans and black shoes, and her long brunette hair was swept to one side in glossy waves. Her relaxed tailoring stood out among her co-stars, Jodie Foster and Walton Goggins.
The actress' role in Hexed is particularly meaningful given her new perspective as a mother. Billie Doe, the character she voices, discovers magical abilities and is swept into a mysterious world alongside her cautious and protective mother, Alice, voiced by Rashida Jones. This theme of motherhood and the magical world of Hexe may reflect Steinfeld's own experiences as a new mom.
Steinfeld and Allen, who tied the knot in May 2025, welcomed Harper earlier this year. The actress revealed her daughter's full name, Harper Haize Allen, in an emotional letter published through her Beau Society Substack. She expressed her newfound role as a mother, writing, 'Even though I know I am meant to guide you through this life, Harper Haize Allen, the truth is that already, you have taught me far more than I could ever teach you.'
The couple's journey into parenthood has been a significant transformation for both of them. Josh Allen, the Buffalo Bills quarterback, has shared his dream of showing Harper a photograph of himself holding her beneath the confetti after winning a Super Bowl. This dream symbolizes the profound impact of fatherhood on his life.
Steinfeld's return to the red carpet and her involvement in Hexed signal a new chapter in her career. The film, which also stars Tracey Ullman and Stephen Fry, will be released in theaters on November 25. With her newfound perspective as a mother, Steinfeld's performance in Hexed is sure to offer a fresh and powerful take on the story of Billie Doe and the magical world of Hexe.
