2017 Emmy nominees: How they look in character vs. in real life

The 2017 Emmy Awards are practically upon us! Wonderwall.com is celebrating our favorite stars of the small screen by comparing how they appear in character to what they look like in real life. Keep reading to check out the differences for the nominees from every lead acting category, starting with Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series nominee Keri Russell, who stars as Elizabeth Jennings on "The Americans." …

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Though Keri Russell's alter ego frequently changes her appearance on "The Americans," not one of Elizabeth's disguises is as chic as the actress is in real life!

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Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series

Viola Davis stars as Annalise Keating on ABC's "How to Get Away with Murder."

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In real life, Viola Davis has a much softer look than her character on "How to Get Away with Murder." She also tends to favor bright colors for public appearances, like the orange blouse she wore during an event earlier this year.

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series

Evan Rachel Wood stars as Dolores on HBO's "Westworld."

Unlike her "Westwood" character, who has long blond locks, Evan Rachel Wood actually has a short cropped 'do. She also favors androgynous looks and rarely wears dresses on the red carpet.

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series

Claire Foy stars as Queen Elizabeth II on Netflix's "The Crown."

We barely recognize Claire Foy in the real world, where she rocks much blonder hair and has made a name for herself as one of the most fashion-forward young stars on the red carpet.

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series

Robin Wright stars as Claire Underwood on Netflix's "House of Cards."

A dress this sexy and playful would never fly for Claire Underwood, Robin Wright's "Hose of Cards" alter ego, who rarely deviates from super-tailored looks.

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series

Elisabeth Moss stars as Offred on Hulu's "The Handmaid's Tale."

It's easy to stand apart from the character you play when she's mostly confined to the same red cloak and bonnet. Just ask Elisabeth Moss, who's not afraid to (tastefully) show some skin off the set of "The Handmaid's Tale."

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series

Kevin Spacey stars as Frank Underwood on Netflix's "House of Cards."

While Frank Underwood tends to keep his looks simple (a plain suit and tie will do!), the actor who plays him, Kevin Spacey, has been known to play with color on the red carpet. Take the shiny blue tuxedo he wore during the 2017 Tonys for example!

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series

Sterling K. Brown stars as Randall Pearson on NBC's "This Is Us."

While Randall rocks glasses and preppier styles, the actor who plays him, Sterling K. Brown, typically dons trendier looks.

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series

Liev Schreiber stars as Ray Donovan on Showtime's "Ray Donovan."

We can definitely see Liev Schreiber borrowing a thing or two from Ray Donovan's closet. But would Ray borrow anything from Liev's? Probably not.

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series

Milo Ventimiglia stars as Jack Pearson on NBC's "This Is Us."

Milo Ventimiglia is far more fashionable than his "This Is Us" alter ego, Jack, a blue-collar former Army mechanic. (What Jack does have more of than Milo, though, is hair — facial and otherwise!)

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series

Bob Odenkirk stars as Jimmy McGill on AMC's "Better Call Saul."

Bob Odenkirk's "Better Call Saul" character styles his hair in a comb over, while the Hollywood actor keeps his short hair cropped close to his head.

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series

Matthew Rhys stars as Philip Jennings on FX's "The Americans."

Though Matthew Rhys' "The Americans" alter ego often changes up his look, he's never been as dapper on the show as he is IRL!

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series

Anthony Hopkins stars as Dr. Ford on HBO's "Westworld."

You'd never catch Anthony Hopkins wearing a suit this sharp as Dr. Ford on "Westworld."

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series

Tracee Ellis Ross stars as Rainbow Johnson on ABC's "Black-ish."

Tracee Ellis Ross's "Black-ish" alter ego wears what you would expect any suburban working mom to wear. But in real life, the actress is one of our favorite fashion risk-takers.

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series

Ellie Kemper stars as Kimmy Schmidt on Netflix's "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt."

Ellie Kemper may share Kimmy Schmidt's appreciation for bright colors and fun prints, but the actress tends to wear them in a much more sophisticated way than her alter ego.

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series

Allison Janney stars as Bonnie on CBS's "Mom."

As Bonnie on "Mom," Allison Janney keeps things casual. In real life, she often flaunts her figure in form-fitting fashions.

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series

Jane Fonda stars as Grace Hanson on Netflix's "Grace and Frankie."

Retired cosmetics mogul Grace may be chic, but not chicer than Jane Fonda!

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series

Lily Tomlin stars as Frankie Bergstein on Netflix's "Grace and Frankie."

Frankie, meanwhile, is a bohemian art teacher. Lily Tomlin's sense of style isn't quite as eccentric as her on-screen alter ego's, though. (The actress also wears a wig on the show to make her hair longer with shades of gray.)

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series

Pamela Adlon stars as Sam Fox on FX's "Better Things."

Considering "Better Things" is semi-autobiographical, is no surprise that Pamela Adlon looks a lot like her character, Sam Fox. While both women wear glasses and tend to pair jeans with dark tops and jackets, Pamela is typically more put together than her on-screen alter ego.

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series

Julia Louis-Dreyfus stars as Selina Meyer on HBO's "Veep."

The difference between Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Selina Meyer is subtle: The Hollywood actress is slightly more glam than her Capitol Hill counterpart.

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series

Jeffrey Tambor stars as Maura Pfefferman on Amazon's "Transparent."

Jeffrey Tambor completely transforms to play Maura Pfefferman on "Transparent." (That's probably why he's already won two Emmys for the part!)

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series

Donald Glover stars as Earn Marks on FX's "Atlanta."

Donald Glover is one of the best-dressed men on the red carpet, but his "Atlanta" character, Earn, almost always rocks plain T-shirts with jeans or shorts. (Hey, no one wants to wear a suit jacket in Atlanta during the summer!)

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series

Aziz Ansari stars as Dev on Netflix's "Master of None."

Aziz Ansari is known for his passion for fashion, and considering "Master of None" is based on his real life, it's no surprise that his on-screen alter ego, Dev, is also well-dressed.

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series

William H. Macy stars as Frank Gallagher on Showtime's "Shameless."

William H. Macy is one of Hollywood's greatest treasures. His "Shameless" character, Frank Gallagher, however, is an alcoholic addict who often lives on the streets. Their wardrobe choices certainly reflect their differences!

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series

Anthony Anderson stars as Andre Johnson on ABC's "Black-ish."

Dre Johnson may have a good sense of style, but the actor who plays him, Anthony Anderson, is downright hip!

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series

Zach Galifianakis stars as Chip Baskets on FX's "Baskets."

Zach Galifianakis actually portrays two characters — aspiring clown Chip and his twin brother, Dale, who runs a career college — on "Baskets." In real life, the actor is more put together than both characters combined!

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie

Nicole Kidman stars as Celeste Wright on HBO's "Big Little Lies."

While Celeste Wright has strawberry-blonde locks and bangs, the actress who plays her, Nicole Kidman, is currently rocking blonde tresses sans bangs.

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie

Jessica Lange stars as Joan Crawford on FX's "Feud: Bette and Joan."

With her golden-blonde locks and chic sense of style, Jessica Lange looks at least a decade younger in real life than she did while portraying Joan Crawford on "Feud."

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie

Susan Sarandon stars as Bette Davis on FX's "Feud: Bette and Joan."

Like Jessica Lange, Susan Sarandon looks much younger in real life than she did while starring as Bette Davis on "Feud." Her sexy sense of style probably has something to do with that!

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie

Reese Witherspoon stars as Madeline MacKenzie on HBO's "Big Little Lies."

Reese Witherspoon and her "Big Little Lies" character, Madeline MacKenzie, could probably share the same closet!

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie

Carrie Coon stars as Gloria Burgle on FX's "Fargo."

The only thing Carrie Coon has in common with her "Fargo" alter ego, Police Chief Gloria Burgle, is her hairdo.

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie

Felicity Huffman stars as Jeanette Hesby on ABC's "American Crime."

Va-va-va-voom! Felicity Huffman is far chicer than her "American Crime" alter ego. Her hair is darker too!

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie

Ewan McGregor stars as Ray Stussy on FX's "Fargo."

Ewan McGregor had dual roles as brothers on "Fargo." He underwent quite the transformation to play Ray Stussy, a struggling probation officer.

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie

Geoffrey Rush stars as Albert Einstein on National Geographic's "Genius."

Geoffrey Rush was a dead ringer for Albert Einstein on "Genius." During the premiere of "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales" earlier this year, he looked like the dapper older gentleman we've come to know and love!

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie

Robert De Niro stars as Bernie Madoff on HBO's "The Wizard of Lies."

Unlike Bernie Madoff, Robert De Niro has thicker hair and a beard — and morals!

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie

Benedict Cumberbatch stars as Sherlock Holmes on PBS's "Sherlock."

Yep, Benedict Cumberbatch is just as adorable on "Sherlock" as he in real life!

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie

Riz Ahmed stars as Naz Khan on HBO's "The Night Of."

Riz Ahmed may have looked baby-faced when he starred as Naz on "The Night Of," but in real life, he couldn't be more handsome!

John Turturro, The Night Of

John Turturro stars as John Stone on HBO's "The Night Of."

John Turturro may have had a weathered look as Naz's lawyer on "The Night Of," but in the real world, he's pretty stylish and frequently rocks chic frames and a well-manicured beard.