What were the Big Actors Doing in their 20s?

Tom Hanks was 23 when he was cast as a slasher actor.

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Tom Hanks, 1980 (left), and 2018, (right).

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Tom Hanks, now in his 60s, has had a wonderful life. Prolific acting career spanning multiple genres. Hanks immigrated from California in his 20s to New York City, where he landed his first movie role in the slasher. “He Knows You’re Alone”(1980).

He met Rita Wilson, an actress, while filming the 1981 show. “Bosom Buddies.”At age In the film, Wilson was again acted by Hanks at 29. “Volunteers.”In 1988, the couple got married.

Hanks’s work in the Invisible Revolution is still his most recognizable accomplishment, four decades later. “Big,” “A League of Their Own,” “Cast Away,”And the “Toy Story” franchise.

Meryl Streep became a Broadway star at 26.

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Meryl Streep, in the late 1970s (left), and in 2018, (right).

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Meryl Streep, a versatile actress to put it mildly, is Meryl. One of the most-awarded actressesGet started today.

Streep was born on December 12, 1949 in New Jersey. Streep, who was 26 when he graduated from Yale School of Drama, moved to New York City. Multiple Broadway plays starring cast.

Jane Fonda was Streep’s initial feature role. In “Julia”(1977), and 1978 She was nominated by Academy AwardHer performance in “The Deer Hunter.”

Streep, now in her 70s has appeared in seemingly endless films, including “Sophie’s Choice,” “The Devil Wears Prada,” “Into the Woods,”And “The Post.”

Forest Whitaker was just 21 when he was first cast in the film.

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Forest Whitaker 1988 (left), and 2018 (right).

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Forest Whitaker is 60 years old. A long and distinguished career in filmmaking.

Whitaker was born in Texas in 1961. He grew up largely in California, and then went on to study drama at college.

Whitaker, aged 21, was cast in Cameron Crowe’s “Fast Times at Ridgemont High”They were awarded roles in “The Color of Money,” “Platoon,”And “Good Morning, Vietnam,” soon after.

Whitaker, as he grew older, has been praised for his acting ability in dramas like “Bird,” “The Last King of Scotland,”And “The Butler.”

Whitaker played prominent roles in recent years. “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,” “Black Panther,”And “Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey.”

Sigourney Was 29 when Ripley was portrayed by her in “Alien.”

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Sigourney Weaver, 1979 (left) & 2018, (2018)

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Sigourney was born in New York and raised there. Yale School of DramaStreep was even part of a Yale theatre production.

Despite her theatrical background, she was an actor. Weaver was a small role in Weaver’s first film, which she starred in in 1977. “Annie Hall”At 27 she was married. She was 27 years old when she was cast in Ridley Scott’s space thriller Ellen Ripley. “Alien,”This is one of her most famous roles.

Weaver rose to prominence in the decades that followed through her roles as an actor in every aspect of everything. “Galaxy Quest”To “Avatar”And “Finding Dory.”

Denzel Washington, 28, was the leader of “St. Elsewhere.”

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Denzel Washington, 1982 (left) & 2018, (right).

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Denzel Washington was a New Yorker, but he lived in Florida during his teenage years and went to graduate school there. American Conservatory TheaterCalifornia

1981 Washington made his debut film appearanceThe comedy “Carbon Copy,”She was quickly cast in the drama at the hospital. “St Elsewhere”At 28 years old, Dr. Philip Chandler.

His career took off from there and Washington has appeared in a variety of films, including biopics like “Malcolm X”For thrillers like “Training Day,”For which He won the OscarFor best actor in a leading part

Washington continues to appear in high-profile movies, including “Fences,” “The Magnificent Seven,”And “The Equalizer 2.”

Diane Keaton was cast in “The Godfather”26

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Diane Keaton, 1976 (left) & 2018, (2018)

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Diane Keaton was a Los Angeles native, Californian, and was born in 1946. Acting classes in New York City.

Tony nominations are made after being nominated. Broadway Play “Play It Again, Sam,”Keaton landed her first film role in “Lovers and Other Strangers” (1970) at age 24.

A few years later, her big break was in Francis Ford Coppola’s film classic “The Godfather.”In her 20s, she was cast as a number of roles in films including “The Godfather Part II,” “Sleeper,”And “Love and Death.”

1978 Oscar winner: KeatonShe was awarded the best actress in a role leading in her work “Annie Hall”He has been praised for his work since then. “Because I Said So,” “And So It Goes,”HBO’s and other HBO channels “The Young Pope.”

Samuel L. Jackson was a stage actor in his 20s.

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Samuel L. Jackson 1993 (left) & 2019 (right).

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Samuel L. Jackson was created in 1948. Morehouse College Drama DepartmentGeorgia

Jackson began his career in stage plays and appeared in a handful of television movies in his 20s. In his first film, he made his debut with “Together for Days”Age 24.

He Moved to New York CityHe continued to act on the stage until he was able to return to film with a small part in “Coming to America,”He was then introduced to Spike Lee. Lee cast him in “Jungle Fever,”Jackson was captivated by the film at The Cannes Film Festival.

The actor is now well-known for his role in the film. “Goodfellas,” “Jurassic Park,” “Pulp Fiction,”He portrays Nick Fury in Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Charlie Chaplin was played by Robert Downey Jr. when he turned 27.

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Robert Downey Jr., 1986 (left) & 2019, (right).

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Robert Downey Jr. was baptized in 1965 New York CityAt age 5, he had his first role in a film, playing the part of Robert Downey Sr. “Pound”(1970).

In the biopic, he starred in the role of Charlie Chaplin “Chaplin”(1992) At Age 27.

Downey was a victim of a drug addiction that lasted into his 30s and 40s. As he got older, He has been open about his feelingsHis path to recovery.

Today, Downey’s most prominent role is that of Tony Stark (a billionaire superhero) in Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Julie Andrews filmed “Mary Poppins”When she was 28 years old.

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Julie Andrews, 1950 (left) & 2018, (right).

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Julie Andrews, the famed actress, was Born in Surrey (England) in 1935He grew up singing as a child and performed in public.

On her 19th Birthday, She made her Broadway debut in “The Boy Friend.”In her 20s, she was a star in many Broadway shows, including “My Fair Lady,”Movies made for TV like “Cinderella.”

Andrews began filming the Disney movie musical at age 28 “Mary Poppins,”It would go on to be an iconic touchstone in her filmography.

Andrews is in her mid-80s and has built a remarkable acting career that includes iconic films like “The Sound of Music,” “Victor/Victoria,”And “The Princess Diaries.”

Harrison Ford started carpentry as a hobby in his 20s to help support his film career.

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Harrison Ford in 1977 (left), and 2018 (right).

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Harrison Ford was born in Chicago, Illinois, 1942.

Ford, who was 22 years old, moved to California to pursue acting. He was only 20 when he was cast in minor roles in films. Ford was 25 years old when he was credited his first Western role. “A Time for Killing.”

His career fell apart in his twenties and he was replaced by Ford Taken up carpentryhe works full-time to support his wife, and their two children.

Ford was only cast in 1973. “American Graffiti,”He was able to open new doors in the entertainment sector and was able to take on starring roles in blockbuster films like “Indiana Jones”And “Star Wars.”

Maggie Smith was 22 when she made her Broadway debut.

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Maggie Smith, Dame was born in Essex, England in 1934At age 16, she began acting lessons. Smith made her Broadway debut and film debut at the age of 22.

In 1958, she was awarded her.First BAFTA nominationFor her part in the film “Nowhere to Go.”At 26 she was performing Laurence OlivierThe Royal National Theatre’s production “Othello.”

Smith performed prominent roles in numerous theatrical plays and films throughout her 20s.

Smith, who is now in her 80s, is one the most recognizable actresses her age and has appeared in numerous movies, including the acclaimed The Hunger Games. “Harry Potter”Films and “A Room With a View.”

Her role on ITV’s acclaimed drama series, “ITV Drama” is another highlight. “Downton Abbey.”

At the age of 22, Jeff Bridges received an Oscar nomination.

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Jeff Bridges, 1970 (left) & 2019, (right).

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Jeff Bridges was born on Los Angeles, California in 1949Parents who were both actors.

As a child, he only made minor roles in his father’s projects. His first major acting role came in 1971 movie. “The Last Picture Show,”Which earned Nominated for an Oscar for best supporting actor at age 22.

He began a remarkable career in film, and even starred alongside Clint Eastwood 1974 in the film. “Thunderbolt and Lightfoot.”Bridges, now 27, was cast in 1976’s remake of “King Kong,”Lange

Bridges is now in his 70s and has an impressive acting career that includes dramatic roles like “True Grit”And dark comedies like “The Big Lebowski.”

Sally Field started her career as a TV actress at the age of 29.

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Sally Field was born in Pasadena, California, in 1946And was the daughter of actress Margaret Field.

Field was only 19 when he landed on television with the ABC sitcom. “Gidget,”She was also cast on ABC’s “The Flying Nun”Two years later.

At the age of 29, she was cast as the title character on CBS. “Sybil,”A performance that won her an Emmy Award best dramatic actress.

Field, now in her mid-70s has earned a spot among high-caliber actors thanks to her work in films such as “Norma Rae,” “Steel Magnolias,” “Mrs. Doubtfire,”And “Forrest Gump.”

Amitabh began to get prominent roles in film at the age 29.

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Amitabh Bachchan, 1988 (left) & 2017, (right).

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Amitabh Bachchan is a well-known Bollywood actor. Born in Allahabad (India) in 1942.

Bachchan, then 27, made his film debut as a voice actor in 1969. “Bhuvan Shome”In the same year, he landed his first screen role. “Saat Hindustani.”

At 29 years of age, Filmfare’s best supporting actor award went to BachchanFor his performance in “Anand”He also starred in two other films. “Parwana”And “Reshma Aur Shera.”

Other than “Anand”Before the action film, Bachchan wasn’t widely appreciated for his work. “Zanjeer”A few years later.

His career took off and he was soon one of the most prominent actors in Bollywood. Since then, he has been an actor. Over 190 films were starred in by her.Indian cinema

Rita Moreno got cast in smaller roles during her 20s, thanks to these small roles. “West Side Story”At 29.

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Rita Moreno, 1950 (left) & 2019, (right).

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Rita Moreno was created in Humacao, Puerto Rico, in 1931She is an actor with seven decades of experience.

Even though she had At 13 she was her first Broadway partMoreno was a minor actor until she became a major star in films. “Singin’ in the Rain”21.

Moreno’s career saw a significant boost four years later from her supporting role in “The King and I.”

The actress was just 29 when she was first cast as Anita in “West Side Story”She went on to win the Oscar as best supporting actress for her performance.

Moreno has remained active in television and film in the years that have passed. Moreno is scheduled to make his first appearance in Steven Spielberg’s remake of “The Great Gatsby”This is “West Side Story.”

Jackie Chan was 20 when he used his martial arts training to become an actor.

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Jackie Chan, 1981 (left), and 2019, (right).

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Born in 1954 Hong KongJackie Chan found martial arts appealing at an early age.

Chan was a child actor and teen who had a few roles in movies, but he was able to star in his first movie. “Little Tiger of Canton”Right before he turned 20,

Chan was a star in many movies that showcased his martial arts talents over the next decade. “New Fist of Fury,” “Snake in the Eagle’s Shadow,”And “Drunken Master.”

Chan, 26, began acting in Hollywood films that included “The Big Brawl”And “The Cannonball Run.”

He is now in his 60s. Chan has been in over 150 filmsHe has become one the most important actors in the world.

Angela Bassett began acting on the stage when she was just 20 years old. She then moved to Los Angeles in her late 20s.

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Angela Bassett, 1990 (left), and 2019, (right).

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Angela Bassett was created in New York City in 1958Later, she earned her Master’s of Fine Arts. Yale School of Drama.

Bassett, 27, appeared in Second Stage Theater’s production “Black Girl,”She also made her TV debut in the TV Movie “Doubletake.”

One year later, she was a news reporter in The Movie. “F/X”Soon after, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue full-time film acting.

Bassett is now in her 60s and has been a sought-after actress because of her roles in many films, such as “Malcolm X,” “What’s Love Got to Do With It,” “Notorious,”And “Black Panther.”

Robert De Niro was 20 when he began acting professionally, but he wasn’t credited until 26.

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Robert De Niro, 1973 (left), and 2018, (right).

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Robert De Niro was the first to be born 1943 New York City. At just 20 years old, he got his first acting part. “The Wedding Party”It wasn’t released until 1969, six years after its original release.

De Niro was eventually released. “Bloody Mama”At age 27, and thereafter “Bang the Drum Slowly”And “Mean Streets”Just before he turned 30,

He was only able to portray Vito Corleone in 1974, his breakthrough role. “The Godfather II,”Which His Oscar nomination was his most prestigious. for best supporting actor.

De Niro, now in his 70s, is an actor and director who is well-known for his roles in “Raging Bull,” “Taxi Driver,”And “Goodfellas.”

Betty White started her acting career in her 20s by voice-overing radio ads.

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Betty White 1957 (left), and 2015 (right).

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Betty White was conceived in Chicago, Illinois in 1922He was born in Los Angeles, California during the Great Depression.

After graduating from high school, White only made a brief appearance on television. However, she decided to put her acting dreams on hold. During World War II to serve troops. White was in her 20s when she made a lot of money by reading radio commercials, and also voicing bits on radio shows.

The actress was 27 when she starred in television. The variety show’s cohost “Hollywood on Television.”White hosted her own show in her 30s. “The Betty White Show”A variety of sitcoms have featured them.

White is now in her late 90s and has an acting career that spans eight decades. It includes iconic shows such as CBS’ “The Mary Tyler Moore Show,” “Life With Elizabeth,”NBC’s most important and most notable is “Golden Girls.”

On her 24th birthday, Dame Judi Dench was a Broadway star.

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Judi Dench, 1960 (left) & 2019, (right).

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Judi Dench, a famous English actress, was born in York in 1934. She’s now in the mid-80s. She is an actor.The pace has not slowed.

Dench was a star early in her career. In the Broadway productionThis is “Twelfth Night,”This was opened by her on her 24th birthday.

Since then, she has been nominated for performances in films like “The Greatest Showman” and “The Best Picture.” “Mrs. Brown,” “Chocolat,” “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel,”And “Philomena.”For her performance in “The Last Song”, she also won an Oscar “Shakespeare in Love.”

Dench has continued to act in films such as “Victoria and Abdul,” “Murder on the Orient Express,”The 2019 remake “Cats.”

James Earl Jones did not find great success until his 30s. However, his career started in his 20s.

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James Earl Jones, 1965 (left) & 2017 (right).

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The Mississippi-born/Michigan-raised actor was born in 1931. His film, stage and voice-acting work has made him an extraordinary actor in his late 90s. It has been successful over the years.

Jones was a successful entrepreneur in his 20s. A few minor performingRoles on Broadway and TV.

He got his big break at the age 37 You will be the star of the play “The Great White Hope,”He was rewarded with this. a Tony Award1969

His Broadway career was continued in productions of “The Iceman Cometh,” “Othello,” “Fences,”And “You Can’t Take It With You.”

Jones gained fame for portraying Darth Vader in Star Wars when he moved to Hollywood. “Star Wars”Franchise and Mufasa “The Lion King”(both 1994-2019), and other prominent roles.

Shirley MacLaine was 22 when she appeared in Star Trek. “Around the World in 80 Days.”

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Shirley MacLaine (left) in 1955 and 2019 (right).

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In 1934, Richmond, Virginia was home to the famous actress Shirley MacLaine. Shirley MacLaine, now in her late 80s is still a famous actress. We have had a lot of successOn Broadway and in Hollywood.

After graduating high school, she moved to New York City. She was cast in the musical “54” “The Pajama Game”She was just 20 when she decided to focus on Hollywood.

MacLaine was a star in early films such as “Around the World in 80 Days”And “Some Come Running.”

Later she became well-known for her work. “Sweet Charity,” “Terms of Endearment,” “Steel Magnolias,” “Bewitched,”And “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.”

Whoopi Goldberg was preparing for her lead role in “The Color Purple”She was at the tail end her 20s.

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Whoopi Goldberg “The Color Purple”In 1985 (left) and 2020 (right).

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Whoopi Goldberg was conceived in New York City, in 1955. While she is now in her mid-60s and well-known, she is still a popular figure. One of her first roles in filmCelie Johnson “The Color Purple.”

It premiered shortly after Goldberg’s 30th birthday. But Goldberg had started to perform earlier in the year. Stand-up comedy shows.

She performed in the following years. Broadway productionsIncluded “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum”And “Xanadu.”

Goldberg won an Oscar in Hollywood for her role as a character in “Ghost”Her stardom was furthered in both “Sister Act”The latest films on CBS “Star Trek: The Next Generation,”And in “The Little Rascals.”

Starred in by Steve Buscemi “Parting Glances”When he was 28 years old.

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Steve Buscemi in “Parting Glances”In 1986 (left), in 2019 (right).

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Steve Buscemi was raised in Brooklyn, New York in 1957.

He began his studies right after he graduated high school. John Strasberg acting as an agentBefore starring in the movie, he lived in New York City. “Parting Glances”At 28.

Buscemi is now in his early 60s and has made Buscemi a household name. Actor of legendary characterMost well-known for their roles in movies like “Reservoir Dogs,” “Pulp Fiction,” “Fargo,”And “The Big Lebowski.”

A number of family-friendly movies have also been produced by him, including “Monsters Inc.,” “Spy Kids,” “Grown Ups,”And “Hotel Transylvania.”

Buscemi was also a big star in film and on HBO’s. “Boardwalk Empire.”

John Travolta was the star of “Carrie,” “Saturday Night Fever,” “Grease,”And “Urban Cowboy”All the while he was 26.

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John Travolta, 1978 (left) & 2020 (right).

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Englewood, New Jersey was home to the triple threat of actor, singer, and dancer in 1954. He is now in his 60s but His successful career was a successHis early 20s were the best years of his life.

Travolta, now 21, began his four-year career on ABC as Vinnie Barbarino at 21. “Welcome Back, Kotter,”This was what launched him into mainstream success.

He starred in hits movies over the next five-years, including “Carrie,” “Saturday Night Fever,” “Grease,”And “Urban Cowboy.”

Travolta’s early roles are still remembered decades later. He has since enjoyed success as a leading actor in many films. “Pulp Fiction,” “Face/Off,” “Hairspray,”FX’s “American Crime Story.”

Daniel Day-Lewis was part of the Oscar-winning movie “A Room With a View”When he was in his twenties.

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Daniel Day-Lewis “Gandhi”In 1982 (left), and in 2017 (right).

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Daniel Day-Lewis, a British citizen, was born in Kensington, England in 1957.

He is now retired at the age of 60 and had been an actor in England for many years. Successful careerThis won him three Oscars as well as two Golden Globes.

Day-Lewis was a student at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre SchoolBefore landing his first credited movie role in 1982 “Gandhi”25 years old

He appeared in many notable films throughout his 20s. “The Bounty,” “My Beautiful Laundrette,”And “A Room With a View.”

Day-Lewis was selective in his roles throughout his career. However, his deep character work earned him Oscars for his performances. “My Left Foot,” “There Will Be Blood,”And “Lincoln.”

He was nominated by Oscars for his role as “St. John the Baptist”. “Phantom Thread,”This was his last job before he announced his retirement. Acting and retirement.

Both films starred Barbra Streisand “Funny Girl”And “Hello, Dolly!”Before she turned 28,

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Barbra Strreisand as a 1965 actress (left) and 2017, (right).

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Barbra Streisand, a Brooklyn native, was born in 1942. She is in her late 70s. Decades of successAs an actor, singer, and performer.

Streisand Acting in Off-Broadway productionsShe was in her teens when she got her first Broadway part in 1962. “I Can Get It For You Wholesale”Just before her 20th Birthday.

The actress played Fanny Brice, the role she assumed in the musical two years later. “Funny Girl.”

The actress, in her twenties, starred as an actress in film adaptations of musicals “Funny Girl”And “Hello, Dolly!” — which launched her film career.

Since then, she has appeared in numerous films. “A Star Is Born,” “Yentl,” “Meet the Fockers,”And “The Guilt Trip”They also released albums.

Jane Fonda was 24 when she won her first Golden Globe.

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Jane Fonda, 1965 (left) & 2020 (right).

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Jane Fonda was a New York City native, born in 1937. In her 80s, Jane Fonda has enjoyed continued success in her career. Acting has been a career for decades.

In her twenties, she got her breakthrough role. “Tall Story,”Which She was awarded a Golden Globe1962: Most promising newcomer

Her memorable roles included the role of a suffragette in “Period of Adjustment,” “Fun With Dick and Jane,” “9 to 5,” “Monster-in-Law,”And “Lee Daniels’ The Butler.”

Fonda is well-known for her work today as an artist. Feminist and environmental activistFor her role as the star on

Netflix
“s” “Grace and Frankie.”

Halle Berry, then 20 years old was the Miss USA runner-up.

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Halle Berry, 1989 (left), and 2019, (right).

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Halle Berry was born 1966 in Cleveland, Ohio. She is now in the mid-50s and still has a lot to offer. Successful careerAs an actress.

Berry was a student at Berry College before he worked in film and TV. Participated in Miss USA Pageants.

She was Miss Teen All American in 1985 and Miss Ohio USA 1986.

She competed in Miss USA in 1986 and finished second. In 1986, she won the Miss USA pageant. First Black woman to representAccording to Essence: The US at Miss World Pageant

Berry’s acting debut was on ABC’s Soon After she retired from pageants, “Living Dolls”1989 Berry was nominated for an Oscar in 2002. “Monster’s Ball.”

The actress is well-known for her appearances in the movies over the years. “X-Men”And “James Bond”Series.

Sir Ian McKellen was the star “David Copperfield”At 26 years old

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Legendary actor Ian McKellen (left) and 2017

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Sir Ian McKellen was created in Burnley in England in 1939. He is now in his 80s and is well-known for his legendary, knighted acting. A decade-long career.

He was born inBefore graduating from Cambridge with a Bachelor’s of Arts in 1961, I was an actor in school plays. Then I decided to pursue a career on stage.

McKellen began making his first TV and movie appearances in 1964. At 26 years of age, he was offered the title role on BBC One’s 1966 edition. “David Copperfield.”

He went on to be a star in famous franchises such as “X-Men,” “The Lord of the Rings,”And “The Hobbit.”He was also seen in Disney’s live action remake of 2017 “Beauty and the Beast”And the movie adaptation “Cats.”

Catherine O’Hara started her career in sketch comedy at the age of 20.

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Catherine O’Hara, 1981 (left), and 2019, (right).

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Catherine O’Hara, a Canadian actress, was born in Toronto, Ontario in 1954. The celebrated actress, now in her 60s, is well-known for her performances. Career in comedy.

At 20 years old, the actress was working as a waitress at Second City Toronto (a famous improv theater) when she replaced Gilda Radner in the cast. Eugene Levy was her longtime acting partner. Together they went on to take roles on Global. “SCTV” — Second City Canada’s sketch-comedy TV show.

O’Hara continued to appear in films such as “Beetlejuice,” “Home Alone,” “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” “Waiting for Guffman,”And “Best in Show.”

The comedic actress is best known today for her role as Moira Rose in Pop’s. “Schitt’s Creek”Levy.

Regina King started her TV career at the age of 14 and made her way into film at age 20.

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Regina King, 1996 (left), and 2020 (right).

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Regina King was born on December 7, 1971 in Los Angeles, California. She is now in her 50s and has been a highly successful entrepreneur. Acting and directing are two careers.

The actress started her career on NBC when she was just 14 years old. She played Brenda Jenkins. “227,”She was offered a job in “Boyz n the Hood”She was 20 years old.

In her 20s, she appeared in many movies including “Jerry Maguire”And “Enemy of the State.”

King would go on to play legendary roles in “Legally Blonde 2,” “A Cinderella Story,”And “If Beale Street Could Talk.”She has also appeared on ABC’s shows “American Crime,”CBS Television “The Big Bang Theory,”HBO’s and other HBO channels “Watchmen.”

In 2013, she began directing and was the director of the Oscar-nominated movie. “One Night in Miami.”

Nicolas Cage was in “Fast Times at Ridgemont High”He was only 20 years old when he died.

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Nicolas Cage, 1986 (left) & 2018, (right).

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Nicolas Coppola, also known as Nicolas Cage in the public eye, was born in Long Beach (California) in 1964. He is now in the late 50s but His acting career was a successIn his 20s, he took off.

The actor started his career in TV movies as a teenager. “The Best of Times”And in “Fast Times at Ridgemont High,”He found success with films such as “Valley Girl,” “Peggy Sue Got Married,” “Moonstruck,”And “Time to Kill,”All before you turn 30.

He is most well-known for his roles as an actor in movies such as “Con-Air,” “Face/Off,” “National Treasure,” “Ghost Rider,”And “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice.”

Regina Hall entered the “Scary Movie”at the age of 29.

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Regina Hall, 2000 (left), and 2019, (right).

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Regina Hall was born in Washington DC, in 1970. She began acting in her 20s. Film and TV success..

After a brief appearance on a single episode, “New York Undercover”At 26 years old, Hall began to appear in films such as “Love and Basketball”And “Scary Movie”Before you turn 30.

The roles she played in the film are still very popular. “Scary Movie” franchise — she appeared in the second, third,And fourth sequels — and she also starred in “Death at a Funeral,” “Think Like a Man,” “Girls Trip,” and “The Hate U Give.”

Hall was also an actor on Fox’s television series. “Ally McBeal,”ABC’s “Black-ish,”HBO’s and other HBO channels “Insecure.”

In her early 50s, she still acts. “Breaking News in Yuba County”Showtime and other Showtime channels “Black Mondays.”

Queen Latifah, at 21 years old, began both her acting and music career.

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Queen Latifah (left), and 2019 (right).

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Queen Latifah, Dana Elaine Owens was born in New Jersey on December 7, 1970. She is now in her 50s and has built a strong foundation. Acting has had some of the most illustrious careersMusic and poetry

Latifah was a high school student who earned her moniker. Started her rap careerEnjoy the album “All Hail the Queen,”She was 21 years old when she made her first film appearance. “Jungle Fever.”

She began hosting television shows at the age of 29. “The Queen Latifah Show.”

She released seven studio albums, and worked on hits films like Fox’s. “Living Single,” “Chicago,” “Last Holiday,” “Hairspray,” “The Secret Life of Bees,”Fox’s “Star.”

Jada pinkett Smith was 20 years old when she starred on television.

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Jada Pinkett Smith, 1991 (left) & 2019, (right).

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Jada Pinkett was born in Baltimore in 1971. She is now in her 50s and has established herself as an accomplished author. Notable Hollywood actresses.

She began her career in TV as a guest star on Fox’s late-teens show. “True Colors.”After turning 20, she landed a recurring part on NBC’s “A Different World.”

She went on to star in well-known films such as “The Nutty Professor,” “Ali,” “The Matrix Reloaded,”And “Girls Trip.”TNT also featured her on their show. “Hawthorne”Fox’s “Gotham.”

Smith, Willow Smith, her daughter and her mother launched the popular web talk show in 2018. “Red Table Talk”They discuss cultural and social issues.

Meg Ryan was 20 and had a recurring role in a major soap opera.

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Meg Ryan, 1990 (left), and 2019, (right).

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Meg Ryan was conceived in Fairfield Connecticut in 1961. The actress is now in her 50s. She made a name of herselfThis is especially true in the rom-com category.

Before being cast on CBS, she started in small TV and film roles. “As the World Turns”20.

Ryan is well-known for her roles in Today’s Modern Day. “Top Gun,” “When Harry Met Sally,” “Sleepless in Seattle,” “Anastasia,”And “You’ve Got Mail.”

Will Smith was 22 when he starred in the movie “The Starving Artist.” “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.”

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Will Smith in 1991 (left), and 2020 (right).

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Will Smith was born 1968 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is now in his 50s. The actorHe is one of Hollywood’s most famous names, but he started rapping as an adolescent.

He was a rap artist known as The Fresh Prince in the late 1980s. He rose to fame shortly before his 22nd birthday, when he starred on NBC’s Will Smith. “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.”

He continued to star in movies like the “Men in Black”Series, “Bad Boys”Series “Ali,” “Hitch,” “The Pursuit of Happyness,”And “I Am Legend.”

Recently, the actor made his debut in “Suicide Squad,” “Aladdin,”And “Gemini Man.”

Smith, just like Jada, has also been involved in the industry’s production side ever since his marriage. “Fresh Prince”Days

Martin Lawrence was “What’s Happening Now”When he was 22 years old.

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Martin Lawrence 1993 (left) & 2020 (right).

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Martin Lawrence was born 1965 in Frankfurt, Germany. He grew up mostly on the East Coast. He’s now in his 50s. He made a name for his selfActor.

At 22 years of age, he began his career at ABC. “What’s Happening Now,”The actor soon became a star of Fox’s hit sitcom. “Martin.”

Lawrence is well-known for his contributions to the Today Show. “Bad Boys”series, the “Big Mamma’s House”Series, and “Death at a Funeral.”He was also a CBS’s employee. “Panthers.”

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