A Hollywood Makeover: Showbiz Celebrities And Their Transformation Over The Years

TrendingDecember 26, 2024

Mickey Rourke – Age 68

In recent years, Philip Andre “Mickey” Rourke Jr.’s face has become the symbol of Hollywood’s self-destructive nature. Because of his past boxing career and subsequent plastic surgery, the Iron Man 2 actor is virtually unrecognizable at 68 years old.

After his celebrity wrestling match against Chris Jericho at WWE’s WrestleMania was canceled recently, Rouke is now focused on filming his newest project, Replica. Starring Jeremy Luke and Alexandra Grey, the film tells the story of a trans woman who is stranded in Los Angeles and has to fend for herself.

Connie Stevens – Age 83

Well-known for her performance as Cricket Blake in Hawaiian Eye, Connie Stevens is a timeless Hollywood actress. Apart from her long-running stint on the action series from 1959 to 1963, she also starred in Wendy and Me and had significant roles in Grease 2 and Rock-a-Bye Baby.

As Hollywood’s pin-up girl, Stevens was the ultimate fantasy lady for many at the height of her career during the ’60s. Since then, she has aged gracefully and lost none of her charm and flair. Spotted in a rare public appearance last year, the reclusive actress was seen in high spirits and even did a little dance for the camera.

Nicole Kidman – Age 54

As a top-billed actress, Nicole Kidman has come a long way from her humble beginnings in Sydney. The stunning beauty started her acting career in the ’80s and has since given memorable performances in films like Moulin Rouge and Eyes Wide Shut. At the age of 54, she is still going strong and is starring alongside Bobby Cannavale and Melissa McCarthy in Nine Perfect Strangers.

During her long-standing career as an actress, Kidman’s appearance has seen a drastic change over the years. Apart from experimenting with injectables, as far as we’re aware, the Australian bombshell has largely shied away from plastic surgery.

Justine Bateman – Age 55

Having spent nearly 40 years in the public spotlight, Justine Bateman now has quite the resume as an actress, writer, director, producer, and designer. In her new book Face: One Square Foot of Skin, she discusses the social stigma regarding aging and why she always wanted to grow old.

Based loosely on the accounts of women interviewed by Bateman and her own life experiences, Face explores why many people are driven to surgeries to alter their faces and combat aging. According to Bateman, she is absolutely in love with her mature looks and thinks there is nothing wrong with having a healthy, functional, older face.

John Travolta – Age 67

With almost 50 years of experience in showbiz, John Travolta has proven to be one of the most versatile actors on the big screen. Despite his impressive transformations to play epic roles, like a mob hitman in Pulp Fiction to a raven-haired greaser in Grease, in real life, Travolta still looks as handsome as ever.

The Saturday Night Fever actor recently opened up about losing his wife, Kelly Preston. And to commemorate her first anniversary, Travolta revealed that Off The Rails, the last movie his late wife made before her death, would finally be hitting theaters in upcoming months.

Abby Lee Miller – Age 55

In mid-2017, an emotional Abby Lee Miller said her final goodbye to the moms and dancers during her farewell appearance on Dance Moms. The controversial reality television starlet had announced her resignation earlier in March of that year, marking the end of her seven-season-long stint on the Lifetime reality show.

Since her infamous exit as the controversial and strict dance instructor, Miller is looking better than ever, largely thanks to her incredible weight loss. Earlier in June, Miller sued Pittsburgh International Airport and American Airlines after an unfortunate incident involving negligence on the part of the airport employees while transferring her from one wheelchair to another.

Beverly D’Angelo – Age 69

While most of us are probably familiar with Beverly D’Angelo as Ellen Griswold in the Vacation series of films, the Columbus, Ohio native has made quite the mark on Hollywood during her acting career of more than forty years. Last Christmas, D’Angelo joined forces with her life-long friend and National Lampoon’s Vacation co-star Chevy Chase for a holiday special appearance and Q&A with fans.

Born to famous parents in the music industry, it was only a matter of time before D’Angelo showed an interest in showbiz herself. After working as an illustrator for Hanna-Barbera Studios, she started her acting career in 1976 with a theatrical performance in Rockabye Hamlet.

Tuesday Weld – Age 78

Take one look at Tuesday Weld’s career, and you would immediately find yourself wondering what heights her acting career could have reached. From Bonnie and Clyde to True Grit and Cactus Flower to Rosemary’s Baby, she turned down lead roles in some of the biggest films of her time.

The Golden Globe Award-winning actress first became the darling of film audiences during the ’50s due to her luminous beauty and sensual characters. Given her reclusive nature, Weld has been out of the public eye for more than two decades. She even refused to attend the Film Society of Lincoln Center’s tribute to her career with American Girl: Tuesday Weld.

Cher – Age 75

From sporting bangs and Cleopatra-styled eye makeup in her teens to gothic curls and outlandish costumes, Cher’s appearance has seen several transformations over the years. Despite being in her mid-70s, the I Got You Babe singer looks stunning and is in incredible physical shape. She credits her youth to an electric beauty routine, a plant-based diet, and regular physical activities.

The music legend rose to fame during her 20s after her chart-topping hit song I Got You Babe and has not looked back since. In November 2021, Cher is set to pose alongside other legends like Iggy Pop, Rita Ora, and Jennifer Hudson for the 2022 Pirelli Calendar.

Cheryl Tiegs – Age 73

She has been our biggest crush since the ’80s, and at age 73, Cheryl Tiegs is still as beautiful and glowing as ever. The bombshell supermodel takes care of her drop-dead-gorgeous looks and skin by regularly using sunscreen, moisturizer, and a fragrance-free basic cleanser.

By the late ’70s, Tiegs’ face was on the screens of millions of tv sets in homes worldwide. From cars and beauty products to expensive outfits, she was the face of any and every brand with pockets deep enough to afford her. Tiegs recently sold her 4,770-square-foot, four-bedroom mansion in Bel-Air, Los Angeles, for an impressive $14.075 million.

Joan Collins – Age 88

As soon as she wakes up every morning, Joan Collins makes sure to put a generous amount of oil on her face, followed by a healthy dose of moisturizer before getting her coffee fix and starting the day. According to the Land of Pharaohs actress, it is important to be nice to other people to look and feel good.

Earlier this month, Collins was accompanied by her husband Percy Gibson as she stunned guests and onlookers in a mesmerizing red dress at a charity night organized by Marcel Remus in Mallorca. The star-studded affair was also attended by other Hollywood actresses like Carmen Electra and Hayley Hasselhoff.

Kim Zolciak-Biermann – Age 43

Famous for her long, flowing tresses and luscious lips, Kim Zolciak-Biermann’s signature look has changed a lot over the years. After trying her hand at reality television, music, and beauty products, Zolciak-Biermann is now launching her new members-only spiritual healing club, which reportedly costs $77 a month.

When she first rose to fame in 2008 through The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Zolciak-Biermann was rocking much thinner lips and a shorter hairdo. Since then, the reality star has opted for lip fillers and blonde wigs to dramatically change her appearance, earning herself the status of a glamour queen.

Suzanne Somers – Age 74

In her 2020 book, A New Way to Age, Suzanne Somers’ message to aging readers is that life is not over yet. At the age of 74, the American actress/singer and entrepreneur is in the best shape of her life, both physically and mentally. As a self-proclaimed guru, Somers is now hard to sell beauty and home cleaning products on her website.

Despite being diagnosed with breast cancer in her 50s, Somers decided to turn her life around and overhauled her lifestyle, resulting in excellent results. Today, the Three’s Company star has a much healthier outlook on life and is happier than she has ever been.

Mickey Rourke – Age 68

Tina Louise – Age 87

Acting icon Tina Louise was a pretty big deal during the ’60s, reprising the role of Ginger Grant in the famous CBS comedy Gilligan’s Island. At age 87, she still oozes Hollywood glamour and class. Louise has been indulging herself in philanthropic work in recent years, and according to her, keeping yourself busy with volunteer work is extremely important for peace of mind.

Louise started her career during the early ’50s before giving her breakout performance in God’s Little Acre (1958). She then went on to play memorable characters in The Warrior Empress and The Stepford Wives.

Haley Joel Osment – Age 33

Just two short years after landing his chance modeling gig with Pizza Hut, Haley Joel Osment would find himself on the set of Forrest Gump in the company of actors like Tom Hanks and Robin Wright. In later years, he would follow it up with films like The Sixth Sense and A.I. Artificial Intelligence.

Fans who remember the Pay It Forward star from his younger years would be pretty shocked to see the child actor now all grown up. With significantly longer hair and a full beard, the 33-year-old has had quite the transformation. Osment is currently working on his new film, Not an Artist.

Keely Shaye Smith – Age 57

Being the wife of former James Bond actor Pierce Brosnan certainly comes with its fair share of interest, gossip, and public scrutiny. In journalist Keely Shaye Smith’s case, it was always her weight. In response to her critics, the actress, director, and producer was determined to lose weight, reportedly shedding 100 pounds in the process.

Despite being in 20 years of marriage, Brosnan and his wife Smith are still going strong today. On their 20th anniversary, the loved-up couple shared heart-warming tributes, gushing about their significant others on social media.

Donatella Versace – Age 66

Since 1997, Donatella Versace has been a key figure in Italy and the world of fashion after the death of Gianni Versace. Due to numerous surgeries and procedures, Versace’s face has changed drastically over the years. Apart from being renowned for her chic style and taste, Versace is, unfortunately, also known for those botched procedures.

Given her knack for public relations, her brother would name her as the head of Versace S.p.A before his death. With her upcoming pre-fall 2021 collection, Versace is aiming to celebrate individuality and personality with wide-ranging designs and colors.

Carmen Electra – Age 49

Having never gone under the knife, it’s a minor miracle how Carmen Electra has managed to stay ageless during her decades of work in showbiz. She first gained notoriety in 1993 as a singer after releasing her musical album, which also featured musical legend Prince.

The Cheaper by the Dozen 2 actress is all set to find love on the silver screen as she gears up to appear in ABC’s Celebrity Dating Game. Electra, who was a Baywatch guest, has also recently shared her toned physique in a bright pink bikini via Instagram.