Forty years can do a lot to a person, but just how much? These celebrities look quite different than they did back in their heyday... But, is it for better or for worse?
Cybill Shepherd Then
Cybill Shepherd reached her peak fame in the 1980s. She starred alongside greats like Robert De Niro in Taxi Driver and Bruce Willis in Moonlighting. In fact, there were even rumors that she and Willis were dating while they were filming the show. Fans still loved the idea of a relationship between the two, but that never came to fruition.
Cybill Shepherd Now
Cybill Shepherd retired from the acting world to focus on raising her family. Her daughter, Clementine Ford, has curated a successful career for herself and followed in her mother's footsteps. The 69-year-old still has that same blonde hair and dazzling smile!
Bruce Willis Then
Bruce Willis got his start in acting in Off-Broadway productions before he landed his first role on the silver screen. Willis became the man about town in the 1980s and 1990s and found himself at the top of the list of most notable Hollywood heartthrobs. He was in iconic films like Pulp Fiction, Die Hard, The Expendables, Unbreakable, The Sixth Sense... And many more!
Bruce Willis Now
Even though Willis has obviously aged over the years, fans are still as crazy about him as they were in the 1980s and 1990s! The 64-year-old is still going strong and taking on as many roles as he sees fit. There's no slowing down for him!
Nicole Eggert Then
Nicole Eggert won her first beauty pageant when she was five-years-old, which surely jumpstarted her career in the spotlight. By 1992, she was cast in the world-famous tv series Baywatch. This star-studded cast was full of beauty, so it's no question that Eggert would be involved. Nowadays, Eggert prefers to stay along the shoreline instead of in the waters...
Nicole Eggert Now
Everyone involved with Baywatch will never escape from the limelight, but Eggert did her best. She now works at her family's ice cream shop full time and she loves every minute of it. Every now and then she'll be asked to appear on a celebrity game show, and she'll take the advantage to head into the spotlight once more.
Janice Dickinson Then
Janice Dickinson is the world's first supermodel. She first made her mark in the 1970s and 1980s, literally taking the world by storm with her looks. Fashion agencies loved her natural look and splashed her all over magazine covers. Dickinson is no longer a model, and you'll see why...
Janice Dickinson Now
Dickinson's sole focus is training the next generation of models. As someone who literally helped pioneer the career, she knows how to help these young women learn how to fend for themselves while making their way through the industry.
Wayne Newton Then
Wayne Newton was a popular name in the 1950s and 1960s who built up his reputation as an entertainer. He was based in Las Vegas, where he performed popular hits such as "Daddy, Don't You Walk So Fast," and "Danke Schoen." Fans traveled the world just to see him in Vegas!
Wayne Newton Now
Now, Newton surely looks like Las Vegas raised him. Throughout his life, he has run into a lot of troubles with his personal life and his finances, including multiple lawsuits. His name is sadly only ever in headlines when he gets more plastic surgery.
Linda Evens Then
Linda Evans is one of the original blonde bombshells of the 1960s. She was first cast as Audra Barkley in the tv series The Big Valley. By the 1980s, she was a superstar. She was easily one of the most recognizable faces on screen. Would you still be able to recognize her now?
Linda Evans Now
Linda Evans has since retired from the acting world, but she's still at the forefront of many fans' minds. She's spoken candidly about her plastic surgeries, especially the ones that didn't go to plan. She's admitted that she's changed the way she looks completely, but she's still her same old self!
Caitlyn Jenner Then
Caitlyn Jenner quickly became one of the most famous athletes in the world after her 1976 Olympic Gold Medal win in Montreal. It didn't take long for brands to start reaching out and endorsing her, carrying her name across the globe even further. Fans were shocked to see her transformation after finally coming out.
Caitlyn Jenner Now
Caitlyn revealed that she had been struggling with her gender identity since she was a child. She's undergone tons of surgeries to aid her in her body dysmorphia and to finally connect with her true self.
Val Kilmer Then
Val Kilmer is one of the more notable faces of 1980s cinema. By the 1990s, he had been called to work on films such as Top Gun, Heat, The Doors, and Batman Forever. On top of this incredible acting career, he was also a Hollywood sweetheart.
Val Kilmer Now
Kilmer has taken it easy since his sweetheart days. Sadly, he battled throat cancer which took a toll on his mind and body. He's admitted to falling out of shape and wants to hop back on the road to health. His goal is to reprise his role in the upcoming Top Gun sequel.
Sally Struthers Then
Sally Struthers was the blonde bombshell of the 1970s. She was the star of All in the Family for eight seasons. Fans fell in love with her immediately.
Sally Struthers Now
Struthers isn't acting anymore and hasn't since she hit the peak of her career. She spends most of her time doing charity work and helping others in need.
Mickey Rourke Then
Mickey Rourke was a true showstopper in the early 1980s. He made a name for himself with his no-nonsense attitude. This actor never beat around the bush and often took on rolls others didn't want and absolutely crushed them.
Mickey Rourke Now
Fans were saddened to learn that he left the acting world to pursue a career in boxing. He didn't last long in that career, but it was enough to injure his money-maker. In order to fight off the effects of facial injuries, Rourke went under the knife for a facelift and upper eyelift. Although, his battered exterior made him look pretty tough for his role in Sin City.
Kathleen Turner Then
Kathleen Turner graced the silver screen in classic movies The War of the Roses, Romancing the Stone, and Peggy Sue Got Married. Fans loved her fresh face and dazzling smile. She was at the height of her career in the 80s!
Kathleen Turner Now
In the 1990s, Turner was diagnosed with severe rheumatoid arthrities. The illness took over her entire body and filled her days with pain. She revealed that she was put on medication to help with the pain that made her gain weight. She became depressed and drank more. She's been very open about her struggles with her diagnosis and is feeling better by the day.
Boy George Then
Boy George was the icon of the 1980s. He pursued a solo career and was the lead singer of Culture Club. His outlandish looks and personality is what made him so popular and so unapologetically himself.
Boy George Now
Truthfully, Boy George looks almost the same. Sure, he's toned down the dramatics as he aged, but he's still Boy George! He struggled with a lot in his career, especially with his narcotics addiction and grief over losing friends.
Rupert Everett Then
Rupert Everett dazzled audiences with his charming English accent and good looks. Hollywood quickly cast him in classic "bad boy" roles, which is how he landed his iconic role in Another Country. He was a heartthrob through and through.
Rupert Everett Now
Since his peak in the 1980s, he's appeared in the films St. Trinian's, Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children, and The Happy Prince. Naturally, he's grown older and grown out of his boyish looks, but that hasn't stopped his career. He's still working on movies and TV shows and as a career as a political and social activist.
Lara Flynn Boyle Then
Lara Flynn Boyle had a role in the legendary show Twin Peaks. Even though she wasn't the leading lady, she's an easily recognizable face. Her natural beauty made her a fan favorite and she was easily relatable.
Lara Flynn Boyle Now
When Twin Peaks got a revival, she wanted nothing to do with it. Even though her acting career has been put on hold, her name still finds its way to tabloid headlines for her plastic surgeries. For some reason, people are obsessed with what she's done with her face.
Mark Hamill Then
Mark Hamill had no idea what he was getting himself into when he auditioned for the role of Luke Skywalker in 1977. Not only did these movies set him up for life, but he also garnered a pretty big groupie fanbase! Do his groupies still flock together like they used to?
Mark Hamill Now
Hamill definitely didn't expect that he'd be reprising his role as Luke Skywalker when he was well into his 60s! To get into the role of Lyke Skywalker, he had to get into tip-top shape so he can perform those fan-favorite fighting scenes.
Geena Davis Then
Geena Davis was the talk of the town in the 1980s and 1990s. Hollywood loved her girl-next-door vibe and fans loved her striking red hair and dazzling smile. She worked on absolutely iconic films like Thelma and Louise, Beetlejuice, and The Fly. Davis was the type of actor who decorated the walls of teenagers' rooms...
Geena Davis Now
Nowadays, Davis prefers to spend her time working with charities and other activists. She's still just as beautiful, and for 63, she looks amazing. Fans have speculated that she's gotten plastic surgery, but she hasn't come clean... Although, her marriage to a plastic surgeon might answer their questions.
Axl Rose Then
Axl Rose was the perfect frontman of the 1980s. Although Guns N' Roses wouldn't technically be considered a glam rock band, the boys sure liked their looks. Rose often donned a bandana and against the grain outfits on stage. Some thought the bandana was to hide the fact that he was balding...
Axl Rose Now
... Which was obviously not the case. 40 years later, and Rose is still kicking it with Guns n Roses with a full head of hair. If anything, he's gotten more comfortable with his style and loves to don heavy bracelets, necklaces, and rings.
Catherine Bach Then
Catherine Bach is the literal pioneer of Daisy Dukes. Her role as Daisy Duke in The Dukes of Hazzard launched her into global superstardom. Rumor has it that her legs have been insured for a whopping $1 million! The 66-year-old has a much different outlook on life nowadays...
Catherine Bach Now
Catherine Bach has since retired from the Daisy Dukes days and spent a good chunk of her life raising her family. She appeared on red carpet events every now and then but prefers to be out of the limelight. After all, she did her time!
John Travola Then
John Travolta is a classic household name. His acting debut in the early 1970s set him up for life. He was effortlessly handsome, a great actor, a fantastic singer, and a phenomenal dancer. His big movies include the hits Saturday Night Fever and Grease. Is he still a classic heartthrob?
John Travolta Now
Travolta is still acting today but takes on smaller parts. His luscious locks left him in his early adult years, so now he sports a classy bald look. Many would argue that he's still their Hollywood crush!
Kelly Le Brock Then
Kelly Le Brock debuted in the acting world in the 1970s but didn't catch her big break until the 1980s. In her breakout role, she starred alongside Gene Wilder in The Woman in Red. After that, she was a woman in demand, but does that demand still hold up in the 21st century?
Kelly Le Brock Now
Le Brock ended up marrying Steven Seagal, where they stayed together for over a decade. She has since quit acting to focus her efforts on advocating for natural treatments of ailments and illnesses.
Chuck Norris Then
Chuck Norris is still an iconic name, even in 2021. He got his start as a martial artist, actor, and movie producer in the 1960s. Even though he had obvious talents, his fans were more concerned with his charming good looks. Would those fans say the same in 2021?
Chuck Norris Now
Norris's last film was in 2012, but that doesn't mean he isn't active! He's still working by endorsing brands, starring in video games, and even authoring some books. Don't worry, he's still highly trained in martial arts.
Whoopi Goldberg Then
Whoopi Goldberg's break-out role was in 1985 which led her to star in iconic films like Ghost, Sister Act, The Lion King and more. Her work has been celebrated for decades. She's even one of the few EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award) winners! Whoopi was a controversial figure then, but now she's taken on an entirely new career...
Whoopi Goldberg Now
Now 63-years-old, Whoopi is still out there grinding. She's been a voice on The View for years now and is one of the most beloved hosts. Her fame has barely faltered in the past 40 years.
Courtney Cox Then
Courtney Cox made her acting debut in 1984 and really put her name out there with the Scream series. In the mid-1990s, she joined the cast of Friends as Monica Gellar. She and her co-stars worked on the show for 10 seasons... She was basically set for life.
Courtney Cox Now
Cox was popular for her role in Friends, but it kind of became a hindrance for her as she was always seen as Monica. She's been open about her struggles with being typecast. Lately, she's been behind the scenes.
Goldie Hawn Then
Goldie Hawn is an icon in her own right. She was nominated for an Oscar after her very first movie role, which is unheard of! She was as talented as she was beautiful, and people loved her versatility. She was in the famous films Private Benjamin, The First Wives Club, and Butterflies Are Free. Some say she hasn't aged a day...
Goldie Hawn Now
... And most would agree! Hawn is still the blonde bombshell of your dreams, only 40 years older. Hawn hasn't slowed down one bit since her heyday. She's still involved with tons of charities and even shows up in some movies from time to time
Edward Furlong Then
Edward Furlong was only 14-years-old when he made his Hollywood debut. He appeared alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger in Terminator 2: Judgement Day. From the 1990s and well into the 2000s, Furlong continued appearing in popular movies. See what the child actor is up to now...
Edward Furlong Now
Sadly, Furlong fell into the grasp of childhood stardom and ended up living a rough life. He was groomed by his 28-year-old tutor when he was just 15 and became addicted to hard narcotics. He's also been sued for domestic violence on many occasions.
Jackie Stallone Then
Jackie Stallon was a true Jill of All Trades. She was a fitness instructor, wrestler, actor, hairdresser, dancer, wrestling promoter, author, astrologer, and, of course, Sylvester's mother. She was an idol to mothers everywhere who wanted to make a name for themselves outside of their families. Now 97-years-old, Stallone is still kickin' it!
Jackie Stallone Now
Jackie Stallone is 97-years-old and is still going about her business. She loves putting on her "face" and getting ready for the day. She even said in an interview that her plastic surgery made her look like "a chipmunk with a mouth full of walnuts," but she doesn't let that stop her from living her best life!
Johnny Depp Then
Johnny Depp was America's biggest star for decades. He was in hits like Edward Scissorhands, Sleepy Hollow, Donnie Brasco, Chocolat, 21 Jumpstreet, A Nightmare on Elm Street, and so many more. Depp was the classic 1990s heartthrob... would his fans then still feel the same today?
Johnny Depp Now
Depp has had his rough patches with the law and his substance abuse. He's still one of the biggest names out there, which is why his name makes headlines every time something happens. Even his die-hard fans aren't sure how to feel about him anymore.
Suzanne Somers Then
Suzanne Somers made waves in the 1960s. She took on leading roles in Step by Step and Three's Company, which helped her career in the long run. In fact, she was called the queen of sitcoms for decades. Is she still on her sitcom throne?
Suzanne Somers Now
Somers has given up her throne in the sitcom court in favor of a quieter life. The actor battled and beat cancer twice, so she's focusing on the little things in life that give her joy. She's written numerous books on alternative cancer treatments and holistic medicine.
Lil Kim Then
Lil Kim always had that star quality, even when she was a little kid. She was a superstar at heart! No one was surprised when her music career took off and she got romantically involved with Notorious B.I.G, who was at the height of his career. Is she still in the rap scene?
Lil Kim Now
Lil Kim rarely puts out music nowadays but is still seen at special music events. Her fans have called her barely recognizable due to plastic surgery, but that kind of stuff doesn't get under her skin. She's living her best life!
Donatella Versace
Donatella Versace quickly made a name for herself in the fashion world. She was cutthroat enough to get the job done and beautiful enough to persuade people into doing what she wanted. Her signature look was her bleach blonde hair and striking black outfits. You didn't mess with Donatella!
Donatella Versace Now
Versace is still an iconic name in the fashion world and is easily sitting pretty on the throne. She still has her bleach blonde hair and recognizable facial features. At 65-years-old, she's showing no signs of slowing down.
Joan Van Ark Then
Joan Van Ark made her way into the acting world in the 1970s. She was given the role of Valene Ewing in Dallas and appeared in the spin-off series. Fans loved her bubbly personality and her beautiful looks...
Joan Van Ark Now
The 77-year-old is still loosely involved with acting but usually prefers to take things slow. Her last role was in 2019 as the voice of Mrs. Franklin in Doom Patrol. At her age, she's most likely going to enjoy her retirement!
Jocelyn Wildenstein Then
Jocelyn Wildenstein was, at one point, the most famous socialite in the world. Based in New York City, she traveled to multiple foreign countries and lived out her wildest fantasies. She trained to be a professional pilot and hunter along with living a lavish, posh lifestyle. She married billionaire Alec Wildenstein, and it was all downhill from there.
Jocelyn Wildenstein Now
Sadly, Wildenstein is now known for her plastic surgery choices. She divorced her husband after he cheated on her with a 19-year-old model and took much of his money. She found a lot of solace in her cats, so she decided to get plastic surgery to look like one.