15 Side-by-Side Photos That Show We’re Aging Differently Compared to the Previous Century

As we compare past stars with today’s celebrities, we’re astounded by the unique transformations they achieve at the same age. This leaves us eagerly imagining how even more youthful and vibrant 40 or 50 will appear in the decades to come.

1. Bette Davis and Demi Moore, 58 years old

2. Lauren Bacall and Margot Robbie, 29 years old

3. Norma Shearer and Jennifer Lawrence, 27 years old

4. Sophia Loren and Sofia Vergara, 47 years old

5. Joan Crawford and Emma Stone, 28 years old

6. Gary Cooper and Liam Hemsworth, 31 years old

7. Ava Gardner and Kristen Stewart, 26 years old

8. Louise Brooks and Maisie Williams, 21 years old

9. Jayne Mansfield and Saoirse Ronan, 24 years old

10. Clark Gable and Patrick Dempsey, 56 years old

11. Katharine Hepburn and Natalie Portman, 40 years old

12. Doris Day and Zendaya Coleman, 26 years old

13. Jean Arthur and Kirsten Dunst, 39 years old

14. James Stewart and Jensen Ackles, 44 years old

15. Irene Dunne and Rachel McAdams, 43 years old

We’re accustomed to celebrities frequently opting for plastic surgery to maintain youthfulness. However, there are still inspiring women in the entertainment industry who embrace aging gracefully, confidently saying “no” to Botox and surgical enhancements. And we have talked about them too!