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Celebrities Who Dramatically Transformed Over The Years – How is Their Career Looking Today?

LEONARDO DICAPRIO – AGE 46

Leo charms his way into the hearts of millions during his younger years. He had iconic roles in films like Titanic, and The Departed, which changed people’s perspectives on him from a boy next door to a mature man. Leo is known for experimenting with fashion styles throughout his career and has recently been seen trying out beards too.

Although he is in his mid-40s, DiCaprio looks younger than someone in their late 30s. It’s almost as though Leo has found the fountain of youth or perhaps just a really great skincare routine. Be sure to catch him in December 2021, when his new movie, Don’t Look Up, will be released.

SARAH JESSICA PARKER – AGE 56

Sarah Jessica Parker, a woman with an insatiable appetite for shoes and impeccable personal style, is not very different from her famous onscreen persona Carrie Bradshaw. She started her acting career as a Broadway star before transitioning to movies, T.V. shows and eventually launched fashion lines with Steve & Barry’s.

Her transition over the years has been astounding, but her eyes are still sparkling. She’s set to reprise this role for the HBO reboot in 2021 titled And Just Like That. She is often spotted these days running the SJP shoe store with a hands-on approach while not working as an actress.

BOB BARKER – AGE 97

There was a time when you would have thought that Bob Barker is actually an older man, but in fact, he started his career as a young and handsome radio host. His first significant career success was as a radio show host. Moreover, he hosted The Bob Barker Show for six years on the CBS Radio Network until it ended in 1956.

Later, he started hosting Truth or Consequences with Ralph Edwards and moved to NBC-TV. His most successful job is being an American television personality. He makes an occasional guest appearance sometimes; the most recent one was on an episode of Lorena in 2019.

DONATELLA VERSACE – AGE 66

Donatella Versace is a prominent figure in the fashion world. She’s the chief creative officer of the company and known for being Gianni Versace’s (his brother) replacement when he passed away in 1997. She has been responsible for keeping his legacy alive through innovative products.

Donatella has done a fantastic job taking the family brand to another level. Gianni would be satisfied with what she is doing with his brand over these years. She dresses many celebrities in bold designs and is working on making her clothing more inclusive by extending size offerings. Indeed, this will be an excellent step for future success according to Vogue Business Magazine’s 2021 report.

BARBRA STREISAND – AGE 79

Barbra Streisand is an American singer/actress with many talents. In 1978 she became the first female ever to receive Grammy awards which earned her eight total during a specific period. Although, some people have criticized Barbra for having a too-big nose. But this didn’t stop her from being gorgeous throughout all these years.

Today, the actress has only appeared in a few onscreen roles since her earlier success. However, she still looks great and seems to be aging well without doing any face contouring makeup. In 2016 though, she did lend her voice for a brief scene as part of an episode from Modern Family.

CONNIE STEVENS – AGE 83

Connie Stevens got her start in the late 1950s. She started pursuing singing and acting professionally, taking after both of her musician parents, who passed down their talents to their daughter. Connie’s big break came when she was cast as the lead role on Hawaiian Eye. The show’s theme song, Sixteen Reasons, became an instant hit that year.

Stevens has gone through many changes in her lifetime, but even in the 80s, she is still lovely and angelic. Her latest role was in the movie By the Rivers of Babylon, where it seems like nothing can take away from how adorable she looks today.

JEAN SHRIMPTON – AGE 78

The first supermodel, Jean Shrimpton, had all eyes on her when she was young. With striking eyes and a signature mini-skirt, the beauty definitely got the media hooked with her iconic look. She appeared on various magazine covers, including Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Glamour, Elle. In 2009, Harper’s Bazaar named Shrimpton as one of the 26 best models ever.

The doe-eyed celebrity, known for her mod haircut and rising to worldwide recognition in the ’60s at only age 17, used her popularity and voice to combat social injustice. These days she has stayed under the radar since 2011, only pictured in Cornwall with fans getting few glimpses of the gorgeous star.

JOANNA LUMLEY – AGE 75

Joanna Lumley is a star who has done so much to impress the public that she’s been able to establish herself in many different fields outside of acting. These include presenting, modeling, writing, and T.V. producing. She got her big break when cast for Purdey in The New Avengers, an acclaimed show from the ’70s.

Nowadays, Lumley is famous for her projects like Absolutely Fabulous and Paddington. She’s still busy now traveling the world hosting a series of lifestyle programs; in 2021, she appeared on Home Sweet Home – Travels in My Own Land. No surprise, retirement isn’t something that comes to mind when thinking about this actress’ life goals.

RICHARD SIMMONS – AGE 73

Over the years, Richard Simmons has experienced a significant transformation. At his high school graduation, he weighed 268 pounds and in 2014 was reported to weigh 190 pounds. Simmons is now helping thousands of people who are trying to lose weight. Additionally, he provides information on how they can accomplish this goal through video content covering various topics, including exercise regimes, dieting advice, etc.

Even though he’s gone incognito, the fitness guru is still looking after us. In 2020, he began uploading a few of his video archives to YouTube to keep everyone fit and healthy from home. He is 73 years old now and resides in Beverly Hills.

MATTHEW PERRY – AGE 52

Matthew Perry is well-renowned for his role as lovable Chandler Bing in the hit T.V. show Friends. Since then, Perry has had a very successful film career, with some notable films being 17 Again and The Whole Nine Yards. In 2010, Perry extended his resume by voicing Benny in Fallout: New Vegas, a video game that became popular amongst gamers worldwide.

The last few years have been overwhelming for Perry. In 2020, he declared his engagement to longtime girlfriend, Molly Hurwitz. After that, he depicted the character who made him famous in The One Where They Get Back Together, a much-anticipated Friends Reunion in 2021.

HEATHER LOCKLEAR – AGE 59

The ’90s was a time of great success for Heather Locklear. Making her first T.V. debut in popular shows like CHiPs, Locklear became a household name almost instantly. By the time Melrose Place arrived, she was on her route to becoming one of the most successful actresses of the ’90s with renowned works including Dynasty and The Perfect Man, among others.

Moreover, 2020 was a monumental year for Heather as she reunited with her Melrose Place co-stars to benefit The Actors Fund. Her engagement news broke that same year with boyfriend Chris Heisser, making it an even bigger celebration of the future ahead at this point in time.

NICOLE EGGERT – AGE 49

Nicole Eggert used to look like a bombshell, but now looks even more toned and fit these days. It’s hard not to compare the star from her prime years as Summer Quinn on Baywatch compared with photos of her now at age 49. Luckily, Nicole managed to slim down even further when joining the T.V. diving competition Splash.

Furthermore, in 2019, Baywatch was restored as a documentary that brought back the whole cast. It was scheduled for the 2020 release, and Nicole was noticed looking more fabulous in it. Her fans can see pictures she posts on Instagram with family members, including daughters Dilyn Elizabeth & Keegan and spouse Justin Herwick.

JOHN TRAVOLTA – AGE 67

John Travolta has been a big name in Hollywood for many years. He’s known as an actor who takes on lead roles and makes them his own, like Pulp Fiction or Grease. However, he appears to have taken some dramatic changes over time. He used to have long hair, so it’s understandable if you don’t recognize him today with the new look he has, bald head and thick beard.

Travolta is much more confident today as compared to the past. Back then, he reportedly wore a hairpiece during public events. His latest T.V. series Die Hart was out in 2020, and it looks like this actor isn’t stopping anytime soon.

RAQUEL WELCH – AGE 80

Raquel Welch is known for her strong female characters throughout the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Her iconic look and unique film persona helped her in breaking the mold of traditional roles. You might’ve seen her on television shows like The Three Musketeers, Bedazzled. She was last noticed acting for Date My Dad on T.V. in 2016.

In 2021, Raquel released her Spring Wig Collection. The same year she mourned the passing of John Richardson, he was one of the co-stars in One Million Years B.C. A film that made her an icon for femininity during that time and earned her a Golden Globe Award nomination.

ABBY LEE MILLER – AGE 55

Best known for her tough-talking voice on Lifetime’s Dance Moms, Abby Lee Miller has always been very hardworking. At 14, Miller started choreographing and coaching one of her mother’s dance competition teams. As a result, by 1995, she took over the studio and renamed it Reign Dance Productions.

Miller’s appearance changed drastically in the last few years as she lost around 100 pounds. She is now preparing for a new chapter of her career and announced her departure after seven seasons of Dance Moms. Besides, Abby has two new movies releasing in 2021. One of them is a family movie, Holiday Twist, and the other one, The Rehabilitation of Della Lattimore.

BEVERLY D’ANGELO – AGE 69

Beverly D’Angelo is living proof that growing old doesn’t have to mean looking more aged. At 69 years of age, she still looks closer to 50, thanks in part to the beauty products and health habits that keep her healthy even today.

She was mostly renowned for her roles in Coal Miner’s Daughter, American History X, and A Streetcar Named Desire. From her recent picture, it seems that there are only a couple of grey strands that she has grown with time. Soon, mother of two, Beverly D’Angelo, will appear in The Good House and Afterward, among other movies so far.

CHER – AGE 75

Cher has been one of the most influential and likable personalities in showbiz. Despite this, Cher’s look hasn’t gone without change. She switches up her style every now and then to fit with the latest fashion trends or create something entirely new to keep things up-to-date for herself.

Cher has proven that age is just a number. Her striking profile remains iconic, and she continues to change up her look with different hair colors like black, blonde, or even curls. Even at the mature old age of 75 years old, in 2020, it was listed that Cher’s Here We Go Again tour had earned around $100 million in ticket sales.

LEONARDO DICAPRIO – AGE 46

Leo charms his way into the hearts of millions during his younger years. He had iconic roles in films like Titanic, and The Departed, which changed people’s perspectives on him from a boy next door to a mature man. Leo is known for experimenting with fashion styles throughout his career and has recently been seen trying out beards too.

Although he is in his mid-40s, DiCaprio looks younger than someone in their late 30s. It’s almost as though Leo has found the fountain of youth or perhaps just a really great skincare routine. Be sure to catch him in December 2021, when his new movie, Don’t Look Up, will be released.

CYBILL SHEPHERD – AGE 71

Cybill Shepherd rose to prominence as a movie star in 1970 after acting in films like The Heartbreak Kid, The Last Picture Show. In addition, she was known for her fresh face, which is no longer valid at age 71 years old. Cybill is noticeably aged with some wrinkles, just like any other human being would be expected to have by this time of life.

Aside from some wrinkles, the actress’s looks are still fabulous even as she approaches her senior years. She has also been open about accepting aging and embracing it gracefully- in 2020, Shepherd appeared on screen for Love is Love is Love.

LIZA MINNELLI – AGE 75

Liza Minelli was destined for fame. Her mother, Judy Garland, was a famous actress in The Wizard of Oz, and so Liza became popular on stage before moving to mainstream acting. Moreover, in the 1972 movie Cabaret, her most iconic act became a key reason for gaining audience accolades. Liza also received an Oscar trophy for her performance.

The documentary, which was released in 2019 and showcased the life of her late friend Halston, marked Minnelli’s last appearance. Despite being in her mid-70s now, she still looks very young due to sticking with her signature short hairdo and colorful way of dressing during most parts of her career.

CHERYL TIEGS – AGE 73

In 1978, model Cheryl Tiegs became famous for starring in the iconic Pink Bikini poster, arguably one of the most successful posters ever produced. The steamy photoshoots received her status as being one of the world’s first supermodels, and she continued to grace covers throughout that decade.

Cheryl is known for her blonde hair and modeling, but even the most beautiful people age. At 73, Cheryl has kept a lot of herself, including her fascinating looks and youthful glow. However, she does show signs of aging like many other women in their 70s. Recently she was seen mourning the death of Barbara Stone, who was formerly her agent.

SALLY STRUTHERS – AGE 74

Sally Struthers has come a long way since she was born in Oregon back in 1947. Today, at 74 years of age, the actress who played Gloria Bunker-Stivic on All in the Family may no longer look like her character from that series but never doubt how iconic Sally is.

Since she started acting back in the ’70s, Sally Strutchers has been and continues to play some of the most memorable roles from that era. On top of maintaining an active career today, as shown by her recent appearance in the T.V. series named In- Security, the IMDb page has all of her details for it so far.

JENNIFER TILLY – AGE 62

Jennifer Tilly is a multi-talented star known for her work in the horror film industry and being an icon in poker. In June 2017 alone, she earned around $1 million at live tournaments. Horror fans know her best from films like Child’s Play and Bride of Chucky, where she plays Tiffany Valentine.

Tilly, who played the character in seven previous films will reprise her role for a T.V. show set to premiere on Syfy and USA Network this fall season. Don Mancini confirmed in a tweet that they have already started shooting for the film and posted an image of Tilly at work.

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