40+ Celebrities Over 90 When They Were Young vs. Now

Tippi Hedren

Embark on a captivating journey through the glimmering realms of Hollywood’s Golden Age as we present a remarkable collection of then-and-now transformations. From the mesmerizing Tippi Hedren to the iconic James Earl Jones, prepare to be amazed by the magic of ageless icons as we unveil the stunning evolution of these celebrities who have been around since the Golden Age, capturing their enduring spirit and leaving you in awe of their everlasting star power.

Tippi Hedren

Tippi Hedren, the ultimate queen of cool, swept Hollywood off its feet with her unique style and undeniable charm. During the Golden Age of cinema, she ruled the screen as the muse of one the greatest directors, Alfred Hitchcock.

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Not only did she star in a slew of movies that rocked the box office, but her Hollywood legacy is still going strong as Hedren is mom to Melanie Griffith and grandmother to Dakota Johnson. Now that’s what we call some impressive star power.

James Earl Jones

If there was an Oscar specifically dedicated to the mesmerizing power of voices, James Earl Jones would effortlessly claim the crown. From his iconic portrayal of Darth Vader in Star Wars to his booming presence as Mufasa in The Lion King, James Earl Jones has breathed life into some of the most memorable characters in cinematic history.

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The 92-year-old actor has now stepped back from voicing Vader, and the franchise will be moving forward with the help of AI to replicate the legend’s voice.

Robert Wagner

Robert Wagner worked in films at the peak of the Golden Age of Hollywood but only had a breakthrough in the later ’60s and ’70s. He achieved notable success with hits like Hart to Hart and Switch, captivating audiences with his suave demeanor and undeniable on-screen charisma.

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The actor, who turned 90 in 2020, hasn’t stopped charming people with his talent even at his later age. One of his most famous later roles includes playing the enigmatic Teddy Leopold in Two and a Half Men.

Rita Moreno

History came full circle in 2021 when Rita Moreno starred in Steven Spielberg’s adaption of the famed West Side Story, the 1961 version of which earned Moreno her Oscar and cemented her status as a legendary actress.

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She’s also one of the very few stars still going strong who belong to the golden age of Hollywood, not to mention a recipient of EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony). If this isn’t a testament to somebody’s vast and groundbreaking impact on Hollywood, we don’t know what is.