What the Stars of “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” Look Like 24 Years Later
Films
07/29/2021

It may be hard to believe that the first episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer first aired all the way back in 1997. Millions of people followed the adventures of the iconic vampire slayer Buffy Summers, and with over 140 episodes aired, it’s clear that this show made its mark on our minds and in TV show history.
The Bright Side team created 10 picture comparisons that showcase how the actors from one of our favorite shows have changed throughout the years.
Buffy Summers played by Sarah Michelle Gellar
Xander Harris played by Nicholas Brendon
Willow Rosenberg played by Alyson Hannigan
Rupert Giles played by Anthony Head
Spike played by James Marsters
Anya Jenkins played by Emma Caulfield Ford
Dawn Summers played by Michelle Trachtenberg
Angel played by David Boreanaz
Tara Maclay played by Amber Benson
Faith Lehane played by Eliza Dushku
Do you feel like rewatching this series? Who was your favorite character?
Preview photo credit Buffy the Vampire Slayer / The Walt Disney Company, jamesmarstersof / Instagram
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