What 16 Action Movie Beauties Look Like Today

During the late 20th century, action films and thrillers emerged as some of the most beloved movie genres. Audiences were captivated by charismatic, athletic heroes who could take on any foe, as well as their charming female counterparts. Curious about how the actresses from these iconic action films have changed over the years, we decided to take a closer look.

Peta Wilson — Nikita (1997–2001)

Diane Lane — Streets on Fire (1984)

Denise Richards — Starship Troopers (1997)

Linda Hamilton — The Terminator (1984) and Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)

Rosanna Arquette — Nowhere to Run (1993)

Kathleen Turner — Romancing the Stone (1984) and The Jewel of the Nile (1985)

Maria Conchita Alonso — The Running Man (1987)

Pam Grier — Foxy Brown (1974)

Kelly Lynch — Road House (1989)

Erika Eleniak — Under Siege (1992)

Valeria Golino — Hot Shots! (1991) and Hot Shots! Part Deux (1993)

Paulina Porizkova — Thursday (1998)

Natasha Henstridge — Maximum Risk (1996)

Ally Walker — Universal Soldier (1992)

Brigitte Nielsen — Rocky 4 (1985)

Bridget Fonda — Single White Female (1992)

Hollywood boasts a wealth of incredibly talented and handsome actors whose charm seems to only deepen with age. For many of them, the passage of time adds an undeniable allure, making them even more captivating.