Actresses Over 40 Who Still Rule Hollywood

Hollywood shows us some seriously beautiful and talented actresses. On the big screen, they can seem larger than life. It's easy to forget that your favorite faces are growing older every day. These are some of the most stunning leading ladies who are aging quite gracefully...

Amy Adams

Believe it or not, Amy Adams was born in 1974! She's likely best known for her Disney roles in films like Arrival and Enchanted. This redhead really can do it all, and she does it all while looking absolutely stunning. Now that's some range!

Kerry Washington

Kerry Washington may look like she's in her 30s, but this Hollywood beauty was born in 1977! Films like Ray, the Fantastic Four franchise, and Quentin Tarantino's Django Unchained helped this star make her mark. She also has made a career on the small screen!

Cate Blanchett

Cate Blanchett is a two-time Academy Award-winning actress born in 1969!  Films like The Lord of the Rings, Babel, and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button all claim her on their cast list. What a distinguished career!

Catherine Zeta-Jones

CZJ doesn't look too old, but she was born in the year 1969. Throughout her career, she's had some pretty spectacular roles in movies such as Intolerable Cruelty and Ocean's Twelve. It doesn't hurt that she's quite a looker as well!

Reese Witherspoon

Reese Witherspoon has been Hollywood's it-girl for decades, so you might have missed her growing up right in front of the lens! She was born in 1976 and recently had roles in Wild and Big Little Lies. Of course, Legally Blonde was her biggest role!

Gwyneth Paltrow

Born in 1972, Paltrow has been well-known by Marvel Cinematic Universe and Iron Man fans for playing the role over Pepper Potts. However, she's been on the big screen since the early 90s, and it's easy to see why!

Rose Byrne

If you look this hot, you're bound to get Byrned! Rose Byrne is one of the standout actresses of this generation and she was born in 1979. Her many accomplished roles include parts in Bridesmaids, Neighbors, and the role of Gloria Steinem in the series Mrs. America.

Halle Berry

Born in 1966, this starlet used to be among the highest-paid actresses in Hollywood. She won the Oscar for Best Actress and has been the only black woman to do so. Her role in Kingsman: The Golden Circle earned quite a lot of praise!

Jennifer Anniston

Is there anyone more stunning than Jennifer Anniston? Hard to imagine there is! Born in 1969, Jennifer got her start as protagonist Rachel Green in the TV sitcom Friends. From there, the world has been her oyster and her career has taken high heights!

Jennifer Connelly

Jennifer Connelly was born in 1970. She is best known for films like A Beautiful Mind and He's Just Not That Into You. It all started from her first big part, Once Upon a Time in America. Now, she's all over the big screen thanks to her impeccable timing!

Rachel Weisz

About a Boy, Constantine and The Favourite all have Weisz on their IMDB pages. This timeless actress was born in 1970, though she's aged very gracefully! She's best known for her role in The Mummy franchise. 

Jennifer Lopez

Believe it or not, Jennifer Lopez is over the age of 40. She was born in 1969 and despite her age, she's still Jenny from the block! She's been in films like The Wedding Planner, Monster in Law, and Hustlers.

Melissa McCarthy

Known for her roles in movies like Bridesmaids and Ghostbusters, McCarthy is one of the most well-known comedic actresses out there. She was born in 1970 and has been making audiences laugh ever since. She keeps audiences chuckling!

Tracee Ellis Ross

Tracee Ellis Ross is the epitome of cool, and she has been rocking the screen since she starred on Girlfriends. Born in 1972, she's been a dynamo on and off the screen. What a talent, what a beauty, and what an interesting person!

Julia Roberts

Born in 1967, this is an actress known for her unstoppable performances in box office hits. From Pretty Woman to Erin Brockovich, Roberts has done it all and then some. She has repeatedly been the highest-paid woman in the industry. 

Julianne Moore

Moore has lent her talents to films like Still Alice, The Kids Are All Right, Magnolia, and The Woman in the Window. Born in 1960, Moore has won an Academy Award for her work in the biz. She's still got it!

Leslie Mann

The Other Woman and Knocked Up have both featured this funny female! She lends her talent to many films and to her famous family Her husband is director Judd Apatow! She was born in 1972. 

Marisa Tomei

Most well known for being seen on a big screen in My Cousin Vinny, Tomei has also been a Hollywood heartthrob in roles for What Women Want, Anger Management, and Spider-Man: Homecoming. She was born in 1964. 

Helena Bonham Carter

Hollywood's quirky cutie takes the form of Helena Bonham Carter. She was born in 1966 and has had roles in films such as Princess Margaret in The Crown and Bellatrix Lestrange in the Harry Potter movies. What a stunner and a star!

Monica Bellucci 

Monica Bellucci may look young, but she was born in 1964. Films like Brotherhood of the Wolf, Malèna, and The Matrix have all claimed this actress in their credits. She was also one of the famous Bond girls!

Lucy Liu

From Ally McBeal to Charlie's Angels to Kill Bill, Lucy has been quite a few flicks. Born in 1968, Lucy Liu has taken over the screen the past few decades. For a long time, she played Watson in the show Elementary following the life of Sherlock Holmes. 

Taraji P. Henson

Taraji P. Henson doesn't look a day over 30! Born in 1970, she has had parts in films like Hustle and Flow, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, and Hidden Figures. What a wonderful and beautiful actress!

Naomi Watts

Naomi Watts shines like a light bulb...get it? Even if you don't, everyone can agree that this is an actress with talent. She's appeared in You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger as well as The Ring. She was born in 1968. 

Nia Long

She's been in Boyz n the Hood, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, NCIS: Los Angeles, and #BlackAF. Born in 1970, Nia Long was one of the greatest actresses of the 1990s. She's still acting these days, but she's known mostly for her early works. 

Nicole Kidman

Keith Urban is the lucky husband to this beautiful actress, born in 1967. Previously the wife of Tom Cruise, she's got quite an extensive career. She's been in The Hours, Rabbit Hole, and The Others. She really has done it all!

Octavia Spencer

Best known for movies like The Help, Fruitvale Station, The Divergent series, and Hidden Figures, Spencer is one of Hollywood's leading ladies. Born in 1970, she also has an Oscar for her performance in The Help. She's such a shining star!

Famke Janssen

Born in 1964, Famke Janssen has largely stepped away from the limelight these days.  She portrayed Jean Grey in the X-Men films and starred alongside Viola Davis in the TV show How to Get Away With Murder.

Vera Farmiga 

In 1973, the world met Vera Farmiga for the first time, and we never forgot her! Her film hits include the Conjuring films and The Departed, which won Best Picture. She also earned an Oscar nomination for Up in the Air.

Jodie Foster

Jodie Foster made her mark for the first time in Taxi Driver, which lead to parts in Silence of the Lambs, Contact, Panic Room, and more! Recently she has appeared in Money Monster and one episode of the thrilling miniseries Black Mirror.

Salma Hayek

Salma Hayek is one of Hollywood's most stunning leading ladies, but can you believe she was born in 1966? She's been in movies such as Desperado, Grown Ups, The Faculty, and Wild Wild West. She's also a mom. Talk about a triple threat!

Sandra Bullock 

Born in 1964, Sandra Bullock has been in comedies like Miss Congeniality and The Proposal as well as more serious roles like The Blind Side. She also had a leading role in Ocean's Eight back in 2018. She stays busy!

Gabrielle Union

This one will totally shock you. Gabrielle Union, known for her roles in movies like Think Like a Man, Deliver Us From Eva, and Bad Boys II. You might not believe it, but this beauty was a 1972 baby!

Sofia Vergara

This Modern Family mom isn't so modern-day. She was born in 1972! She has starred in a few other projects as well, these include Soul Plane, Tyler Perry's Meet the Browns, Hot Pursuit, and Chef!

Tilda Swinton

In many ways, Tilda Swinton is ageless. In the very real way though, she was born in 1960! You might recognize her from The Chronicles of Narnia, The Deep End, Doctor Strange, Okja, or The Personal History of David Copperfield.

Tina Fey

Tina Fey is a well-known name in the comedy game. She's been on and off of the small screen for years with shows like SNL and 30 Rock, though she's also acted in films like Mean Girls and Baby Mama. She was born in 1970.

Oprah Winfrey

Born in 1954, this one shouldn't be a shocker, but it doesn't make her any less talented. Ava DuVernay's 2018 film A Wrinkle in Time starred Winfrey. Outside of that, she obviously has a long history of daytime TV. She's got it all!

Toni Collette

 The Sixth Sense, About a Boy, and The Hours have all starred this famous face. Born in 1972, Toni has had quite an illustrious career. She's received widespread acclaim for her work, and she deserves every kind word!

Uma Thurman

Born in 1970,  this Pulp Fiction star has gone on to have a wide-ranging career, even getting her name in a few pop songs! She has starred in famous films like Les Misérables and Kill Bill. She hasn't aged a day!

Viola Davis

Born in 1965, Viola Davis has amassed a wide fan base thanks to her extensive and impressive work. She's been in films like Doubt, Fences, and The Help. However, her TV show How to Get Away With Murder is where she really shines.

Julia Louis Dreyfus

Julia Louis Dreyfus has been on acclaimed programs like Seinfeld and Veep, but this actress born in 1961 has had a much bigger career. She's most recently starred in Downhill, but you might remember her from The New Adventures of Old Christine.

Jada Pickett Smith

Jada Pickett Smith is an actress in her own right, but her marriage to hubby Will Smith makes her a little more special. Born in 1971, this starlet has been in Girls Trip, the Nutty Professor, and Set It Off. You go, girl!

Queen Latifah

Born in 1970, Queen Latifah is a queen of the screen. She's been on the scene for quite some time, and in that time she's been involved with films like The Equalizer, Last Holiday, and Girls Trip to name a few. What can't she do?

Jane Krakowski

Though her character of Jenna Maroney from 30 Rock might tell you otherwise, Krakowski was born in 1968. She was also in productions like Pixels, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, and Ally McBeal. She definitely doesn't look over 40!

Ellie Kemper

This one is unbelievable. Ellie Kemper was born in 1980. She's right on the line, but this Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt cutie is on the aging list. You might also recognize her for her work on The Office as Erin the receptionist. 

Tiffany Hadish

Though her spirit is forever young, Tiffany Hadish is getting old! She was born in 1979, though she's had quite an illustrious career. Bad Trip, Girls Trip, Night School, Like a Boss, and Keanu have all featured this comedy queen. Don't forget her standup specials too!

Kate Beckinsale

She might look young and spry, but Beckinsale was born in 1973. She's appeared in films like Pearl Harbor, Van Helsing, Much Ado About Nothing, and much more. She could be in her mid-thirties based on the pictures of her!

Elle Macpherson

Born in 1964, Elle Macpherson is one of the world's most breathtaking models. She's now involved in her lingerie and skincare labels, but that doesn't mean she lost those good looks. Not only that but she also an executive producer of NBC’s Fashion Star.

Eva Longoria

Eva Longoria was born in 1975 and looks way younger than her age. This bombshell beauty has contracts with L’Oréal, Hanes, New York & Co, and many others. Of course, her biggest role was being Gabrielle Solis on Desperate Housewives.

Jamie Lee Curtis

Jamie Lee Curtis is no shocker, but she's still a stunner! She's been in movies as recently as Knives Out and as far back as Halloween. She's also been in Freaky Friday, Trading Places, and True Lies. She was born in 1958. 

Jennifer Garner

Jennifer Garner was born in 1972. She's been in films like 13 Going On 30, Yes Day,  Peppermint, Alias, and Freedom Writers. She was also famously briefly married to esteemed actor and womanizer Ben Affleck, though they've since divorced. 

Rebel Wilson

Born in 1980, Rebel Wilson is a shocking addition to the list of actresses in their 40s. The comedic actress got her start in Pitch Perfect, which led her to parts in Pitch Perfect 2, The Hustle, Pitch Perfect 3, How to Be Single, Isn't It Romantic, and much more!

Kristin Wiig

Kristin Wiig is a famous funny lady who got her start on Saturday Night Live. Since then she's been in films like Ghostbusters, Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar, Bridesmaids, Wonder Woman 1984, and more. She was born in 1973.

Rosamund Pike

Rosamund Pike is an English actress best known for her chilling role in Gone Girl. She's also appeared in I Care A Lot, Radioactive, and Jack Reacher. She was born in 1979, though her career has been consistent throughout her life. You go, girl!

Zooey Deschanel

Bets known for playing Jessica Day on the TV series New Girl, Zooey Deschanel was born in 1980. She has appeared in classics like Almost Famous, Elf, (500) Days of Summer, and more. This smiling face doesn't look like she's in her 40s!

Natalie Portman

Can you believe Natalie Portman is in her 40s, nevertheless that she ages at all? This beautiful actress was born in 1981. She's best known for her roles in Black Swan, Thor, Star Wars: Episode 1, and The Professional. She's got it all!

Jessica Alba

Jessica Alba is somehow in her forties. The actress was born in 1981, but she definitely looks way younger! She was best known for her roles in productions such as Dark Angel, Fantastic Four, Sin City, L.A.'s Finest, Honey, and Into the Blue.  

Bryce Dallas Howard

Believe it or not, Bryce Dallas Howard was born in 1981! This drop-dead gorgeous redhead has made quite a career for herself. She's appeared in Black Mirror, The Help, Jurassic World, The Village, Spider-Man 3, Pete's Dragon, and countless others. What an amazing actress!

Gisele Bündchen

Gisele Bündchen might be best known for her famous husband, football player Tom Brady, but this model is accomplished in her own right. In fact, she was once the 16th richest woman in the industry. In 2012, Forbes named her the top-earning model of the year!

Kim Kardashian

Kim K has made a career out of being famous, somehow. She seems to be timeless, but this star was actually born back in 1980. She's well known for her reality TV show, Keeping Up With the Kardashians. She's made her millions on her merchandise and appearances though. 

Kristen Bell

Born in 1980, Kristen Bell is one of Hollywood's favorite famous faces. She's appeared in shows like The Good Place and Veronica Mars. However, she's also worked film roles like when she was in Forgetting Sarah Marshall and Bad Moms. This actress isn't slowing down!

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.