Do you recall the major Australian celebrities you saw on both small and large screens years ago? While some of them have chosen to age gracefully and naturally, others may have simply discovered the fountain of youth because they stopped aging a long time ago. Naturally, we can’t ignore a few plastic surgeons and the possibility of costly procedures, but we don’t pass judgment! Here is a comparison of these celebrities’ current and past appearances. There’s nothing like a good dose of nostalgia, is there?
Nicole Kidman – Born in 1967
A young actress named Nicole Kidman had stars in her eyes when she debuted in the Australian TV soap operas Home & Away and Neighbours. She had recently graduated from Sydney’s esteemed drama school, NIDA. She quickly rose to prominence as one of Hollywood’s most successful Australian actresses and producers. With major projects like Lion, Big Little Lies, and Boy Erased, the mom-of-two experienced a career renaissance and was even among the highest paid actresses in 2019. The gorgeous redhead is looking as stunning as ever.
Nicole Kidman – Born In 1967
Guy Pearce – Born in 1967
Given his lengthy career in Hollywood, Guy Pearce should be well-known. Nonetheless, he is able to explore his acting abilities while maintaining some anonymity thanks to his selection of unusual, independent, and low-budget films. The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, an Australian hit film from 1994, was one of his first major successes. After that, he would appear in films like Prometheus, Memento, L.A. Confidential, and The King’s Speech. In terms of his personal life, he has a son with Dutch actress Carice van Houten, who starred in Game of Thrones.
Guy Pearce – Born In 1967
Chris Hemsworth – Born in 1983
Before becoming well-known following his brief appearance on the television series Home and Away, Chris Hemsworth had a modest upbringing in Melbourne and the outback of the Northern Territory. He starred in Star Trek in 2009, and he quickly rose to fame in Hollywood by landing the title of Thor in several Marvel superhero films. He appeared in popular films like Ghostbusters, Men in Black: International, and Bad Times at the El Royale in addition to his role as the blond demigod. He lives with his three adorable kids and is happily married to model Elsa Pataky, who travels between Byron Bay, New South Wales, and Los Angeles.
Chris Hemsworth – Born In 1983
Mia Wasikowska – Born in 1989
In 2004, at the age of fifteen, Australian actress Mia Wasikowska made her on-screen debut in the Australian television drama All Saints. She soon made her film debut in Suburban Mayhem, and she subsequently appeared in the highly regarded television series In Treatment. Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland, Crimson Peak, and Cary Fukunaga’s Jane Eyre have all been among Mia’s most popular films to date. Despite her youth, she has already directed a film titled The Turning. She has performed with the Sydney Theatre Company and is a natural on stage.
Mia Wasikowska – Born In 1989
Yvonne Strahovski – Born in 1982
Actress Yvonne Strahovski’s American accent is so flawless in so many US-based TV series that it’s hard to tell she’s actually Australian! She worked on a few Australian shows, including HeadLand, Double the Fist, and Sea Patrol, before trying out for and winning her first American show, Chuck! Before landing her biggest TV role to date as the evil Serena Joy Waterford in The Handmaid’s Tale, she starred in Dexter and 24: Live Another Day. She voices video games in addition to her many acting roles!
Yvonne Strahovski – Born In 1982
Rebel Wilson – Born in 1980
Rebel Wilson was making people laugh uncontrollably just by appearing on television back home, even before she entered the Hollywood film industry. Before moving to the US in search of better opportunities, the former comedian played the iconic role of Toula on TV’s Pizza and had numerous guest appearances on Australian television programs. She has appeared in several high-profile Hollywood productions, including Bridesmaids, What to Expect When You’re Expecting, and the Pitch Perfect film series. Rebel looks completely different now that she has shed a ton of weight!
Rebel Wilson – Born In 1980
Simon Baker – Born in 1969
Actor Simon Baker was a common sight on Australian TV screens before the world realized how talented he was. He played a number of roles in A Country Practice, Home and Away, and E Street. This was prior to Hollywood calling, and he would later play a small part in the film L.A. Acting alongside fellow countrymen Guy Pearce and Russell Crowe, it was confidential. He played a villainous part in the film The Devil Wears Prada, but in the hit television series The Mentalist, he was unquestionably the hero. Since then, Simon has returned home from Hollywood to be nearer to his three children from his ex-wife, Rebecca Rigg, an Australian actress.
Simon Baker – Born In 1969
Keith Urban – Born in 1967
Although he may not be as well-known as fellow Australian and wife Nicole Kidman, Australian singer and country music artist Keith Urban is a significant celebrity in his own right. Urban, who was born in New Zealand and raised in Queensland, didn’t have much of an impact on the industry at first, but his 1992 move to the US turned out to be the catalyst for his rise to fame. The singer of “Blue Ain’t Your Colour” served as a judge on American Idol before becoming a mentor on the reality TV program The Voice. The blonde singer is currently touring and working on his upcoming album.
Keith Urban – Born In 1967
Hugh Jackman – Born in 1968
When we say “Aussie movie star,” Hugh Jackman, a Hollywood A-lister, is the first name that many foreign moviegoers think of. The humble theater-trained singer and actor got his first part in the Australian drama Correlli, and he even married the show’s lead actress! Hugh was cast in a number of Hollywood blockbusters, including Van Helsing, The Prestige, Les Misérables, and The Greatest Showman, following his breakthrough performance as Wolverine in X-Men. He is essentially our nation’s representative abroad!
Hugh Jackman – Born In 1968
Margot Robbie – Born in 1990
Margot Robbie, a native of Dalby, is another former cast member of Neighbors who achieved success in Hollywood after playing the beloved character of Donna Freedman. In popular films like The Wolf of Wall Street, I, Tonya, Mary Queen of Scots, and Birds of Prey, she astounded audiences with her diverse performances and adaptable accents. It makes sense that the Oscar-nominated actress has some big films in the works and is currently among the highest paid actresses in Hollywood. She currently divides her time between Los Angeles and the Gold Coast with her husband, Tom Ackerley.
Margot Robbie – Born In 1990
Mel Gibson – Born in 1956
You might not be aware, but despite being an American actor, Mel Gibson was born and raised in Sydney, so we can call him one of our own! Mad Max, a sleeper hit from 1979, and the Lethal Weapon franchise later brought him fame. In 1995, Gibson continued his winning streak with Apocalypto and The Passion of the Christ in addition to making, directing, and starring in Braveheart. Mel has managed to maintain his position as one of Hollywood’s most prominent and prosperous directors in spite of his numerous contentious deeds and remarks.
Mel Gibson – Born In 1956
Isla Fisher – Born in 1976
Isla moved to Australia with her Scottish parents when she was only six years old, but she is a true Australian. Like many others before her, the redhead actress began her career on Australian television at the age of nine, first appearing on Paradise Beach and then Home and Away. She was cast in films like Wedding Crashers, The Great Gatsby, Now You See Me, and Confessions of a Shopaholic after moving to Hollywood, which led to her enormous success. Isla lives in London and Los Angeles with her husband, British actor Sacha Baron Cohen, and their three children.
Isla Fisher – Born In 1976
Paul Hogan – Born in 1939
Thanks to the highest grossing Australian film series, Crocodile Dundee, Australian actor, producer, and TV host Paul Hogan is a Golden Globe-winning actor and Oscar-nominated writer. However, he was already using his charm and lighthearted banter on his talk show, The Paul Hogan Show. He was last seen in the 2020 satirical film The Very Excellent Mr. Dundee, which is essentially Australia’s unofficial ambassador to the United States.
Paul Hogan – Born In 1939
Cate Blanchette – Born in 1969
Actress Cate Blanchette, who graduated from NIDA, is one of the most successful and well-known celebrities in the nation. And it all started with an Oleanna production by the Sydney Theatre Company. After landing her first film, Paradise Road, in 1997, Cate was nominated for an Oscar the following year for her role in Elizabeth. Cate has received seven Oscar nominations over the years, two of which she has won for Blue Jasmine and The Aviator. Today, Cate, her spouse, and their four kids move back and forth between their homes in Sydney and Los Angeles.
Cate Blanchette – Born In 1969
Lorraine Bayly – Born in 1937
After growing up in New South Wales, Lorraine Bayly relocated to Sydney in the 1950s to pursue a career in radio and theater. The Bobby Limb Show marked the actress, singer, presenter, and dancer’s TV debut. In 1966, she joined Play School as a presenter. However, her portrayal of the wartime matriarch Grace in the television series The Sullivans would make her most famous. She continued to act and starred in Carson’s Law and Neighbors, but lately her health issues have slowed her down.
Lorraine Bayly – Born In 1937
Russell Crowe – Born in 1964
Despite not being born here, the Oscar-winning actor still resides in Australia. In Australia, Russell began performing in TV and film roles. His role in the 1992 television series Romper Stomper is unforgettable. The actor quickly relocated to the US to work in Hollywood, where he went on to win an Oscar for his performance in Gladiator. He also starred in critically acclaimed films like A Beautiful Mind, Robin Hood, and Cinderella Man. We’re not sure if his most recent messy appearance is a part of a film he’s filming!
Russell Crowe – Born In 1964
Naomi Watts – Born in 1968
Actress Naomi Watts has come a long way since turning down Tom Cruise for a television commercial in the 1980s in favor of a lamb roast. Before relocating to the US and landing her big break in the highly regarded movie Mulholland Drive, the British actress began working in Australia in the 1980s on For Love Alone and other projects. Since then, she has appeared in a number of films, including Birdman, King Kong, The Impossible, and Twin Peaks on television. Not that you can tell, but the mother of two is currently in her mid-50s!
Naomi Watts – Born In 1968
Eric Bana – Born in 1968
How is it possible for someone in their mid-50s to appear as youthful as Eric Bana? Australian beauty Eric Bana starred in the comedy series The Castle after starting his career in sketch comedy on the hilarious program Full Frontal. After ten years of work in Australian films and television series, Bana attracted the interest of Hollywood by starring in some of his biggest films, including Black Hawk Down, Hulk, Troy, and Munich. We’re glad he didn’t limit himself to comedy! The attractive father of two is currently inundated with film and television project opportunities.
Eric Bana – Born In 1968
Elle MacPherson – Born in 1964
Elle MacPherson – Born In 1964
Iggy Azalea – Born in 1990
Rapper Iggy Azalea, whose real name is Amethyst Amelia Kelly, was born in Sydney and resided there until she was sixteen. She is a very divisive figure in music; you can either love or hate her, but you can’t ignore her. The “Fancy” and “Problem” singer is undeniably skilled at rapping, despite the fact that she frequently finds herself in trouble after saying and doing the wrong things! The young celebrity has actually been nominated for several Grammy, Teen Choice, and American Music Awards.
Iggy Azalea – Born In 1990
Sigrid Thornton – Born in 1959
Australian actress Sigrid Thornton started her acting career in 1975 with Homicide after contracting the acting bug in school. After receiving treatment, the actress went on to star in Peter Allen: Not the Boy Next Door, SeaChange, and Face to Face. The phrase “Sigrid factor” was also coined by Thorton because Sigrid-themed films, like the Riverland, flourished after the 1980s film All the Rivers Run was filmed there.
Sigrid Thornton – Born In 1959
Teresa Palmer – Born in 1986
Teresa Palmer is an actress, model, and producer who was born and raised in Adelaide. Although she appears a little too young to be on this list, she has been employed in the entertainment industry since she was seventeen. In fact, she was nominated for an Australian Film Institute Award for her very first film role in the Australian drama 2:37! When Teresa moved to Hollywood in 2006 after making a lot of films at home, she was inundated with offers! In addition to starring in films like Hacksaw Ridge, Warm Bodies, and The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, she is the main character in the Netflix series A Discovery of Witches.
Teresa Palmer – Born In 1986
Sam Worthington – Born in 1976
Growing up close to Perth, Sam received acting training at NIDA before landing his first Australian TV and film role. Gettin’ Square from 2003 was one of his first hits. The 2009 James Cameron-directed blockbuster Avatar may have been the Hollywood film that launched him to fame, and he eventually became one of the most well-known Australian actors. In contrast to his peers, Sam made the decision to move back to Australia with his spouse, and they currently reside here with their two children.
Sam Worthington – Born In 1976
Toni Collette – Born in 1972
Muriel’s Wedding, an Australian film from 1994, received great reviews and continues to have a cult following despite being a low-budget independent film. Additionally, it marked the beginning of Toni Collette’s career. She has consistently worked on the most intriguing TV shows and unique independent films since she started acting in Hollywood, which simply demonstrates her wide range of acting abilities. The Sixth Sense, Little Miss Sunshine, and About a Boy are a few of Toni’s most well-known films. In addition to acting, she owns a production company and is the lead vocalist in her band.
Toni Collette – Born In 1972
Portia de Rossi – Born in 1973
Actress and former model Portia de Rossi did a lot of TV and print commercials when she was a young child growing up in Victoria. She would star in the Australian film Siren in 1994 after contracting the acting bug, but she quickly relocated to the US in quest of better opportunities. After a few small parts, she landed her big break in the television series Ally McBeal, followed by two of her biggest shows to date: Scandal and Arrested Development. She finally announced her retirement from acting in 2018 when she made an appearance on her wife’s talk show, The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
Portia De Rossi – Born In 1973
Alycia Debnam-Carey – Born in 1993
Alycia Debnam Carey – Born In 1993
Stan Walker – Born in 1990
Stan Walker – Born In 1990
Phoebe Tonkin – Born in 1989
Actress Phoebe Tonkin is well-known for playing Cleo Sertori in the teen drama film H2O: Just Add Water. She also starred in Packed to the Rafters. Although Phoebe had a prosperous career in Australia, she made the decision to relocate to Hollywood in 2011 and became extremely well-known for her parts in The Vampire Diaries, The Secret Circle, and The Originals. However, she still works on Australian productions like Safe Harbour and Bloom. These days, doesn’t Tonkin look radiant?
Phoebe Tonkin – Born In 1989
Olivia Newton-John – Born in 1948
Olivia Newton-John, a British-Australian singer-songwriter, actress, and activist, is unquestionably one of Australia’s sweethearts. In the 1970s, she had a very successful musical career. In addition to Xanadu and Two of a Kind, her most successful film to date is the musical Grease, in which she costarred with John Travolta. The young celebrity and “Physical” singer virtually vanished from the screen despite having a promising future. Olivia was coping with health problems, and the resilient woman has survived breast cancer. She and her spouse, John Easterling, currently reside in the United States.
Olivia Newton John – Born In 1948
Ruby Rose – Born in 1986
Ruby Rose co-hosted The 7pm Project, which is now known as The Project, and worked as a video jockey for the MTV Channel back in 2009. Ruby made her name as a model, actress, and presenter after appearing on Australia’s Next Top Model. After being cast in the hit American television series Orange Is the New Black, she became accustomed to being famous all over the world. She has appeared in films such as The Meg, XXX: Return of Xander Cage, and the Warner Bros. series Batwoman. Ruby enjoys switching up her appearance frequently, but she prefers short hair.
Ruby Rose – Born In 1986
Lisa and Jessica Origliasso – Born in 1984
In addition to being identical twins, singer-songwriters Lisa and Jessica Origliasso founded the Australian pop group The Veronicas in 2004. After a very long break, the sisters got back together for their third album in 2014 and even briefly appeared on The Voice Australia. Their albums were huge hits, including “All About Us” and “Untouched.” They have a reality show called The Veronicas: Blood Is For Life and performed at the 2018 Commonwealth Games closing ceremony. The sisters seem to have changed recently, but we’re not quite sure why.
Lisa And Jessica Origliasso – Born In 1984
Jessica Mauboy – Born in 1989
We literally witnessed Jessica Mauboy grow up in front of us, so writing this makes us feel so old! When she joined the fourth season of Australian Idol in 2006, the singer-songwriter, actress, and magician made her stage debut. She received a staggering seven Arias nominations for her debut album, and since then, she has produced numerous hits. She started an acting career with Bran Nue Dae, The Sapphires, and The Secret Daughter and is currently one of the nation’s top performers. She participated in the 2014 Eurovision Song Contest as well.
Jessica Mauboy – Born In 1989
Dean Geyer – Born in 1986
Dean Geyer – Born In 1986
Ryan Corr – Born in 1989
Ryan Corr, an Australian actor, may seem too young to be on our list, but his metamorphosis is truly remarkable! This is due to the fact that he began acting as a child at the age of 13 and became well-known for his roles in classic teen series like Silversun and Blue Water High. He is also pleased to have graduated from NIDA in 2009! Looking up on Ryan these days, he’s still quite attractive and has starred in a few major Australian movies. He appears in Wolf Creek 2, Love Child, Packed to the Rafters, and Bloom.
Ryan Corr – Born In 1989
Rachel Griffiths – Born in 1968
Actress Rachel Griffiths was not well-known when she was chosen to play Muriel’s best friend Rhonda in the 1994 Australian comedy Muriel’s Wedding. However, she made a fantastic transition to Hollywood and American television, appearing in high-profile shows like Brothers & Sisters, Hacksaw Ridge, My Best Friend’s Wedding, Saving Mr. Banks, and Six Feet Under. She actually got so good at her American accent that people thought she was from the United States! Rachel plays more mature roles now that she is in her early 50s. She, her spouse, and their three children reside in Melbourne.
Rachel Griffiths – Born In 1968