We Turned 12 Old Hollywood Stars Into Modern Icons — and the Results Are Striking

Standards of beauty are always changing, shaped by the trends and tastes of each new generation. When we revisit the dazzling icons of Hollywood’s Golden Age, their classic elegance feels strikingly different from the looks that dominate today. That contrast sparked our curiosity — and inspired us to imagine how these legendary actresses might appear if they were part of the modern era.

1. Marilyn Monroe

2. Tony Curtis

3. Kim Novak

4. Angela Lansbury

5. Joel McCrea

6. Jayne Mansfield

7. Audrey Hepburn

8. Spencer Tracy

9. Julie Andrews

10. Fay Wray

11. Elvis Presley

12. Grace Kelly

Take a look at our other article about celebrities whose transformations over the years are truly hard to believe.