The Iconic Women Of The 70s, 80s, And 90s: Where Are They Now?

Published on 08/24/2023
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Winona Ryder – Now 50 Years Old

Winona Ryder ruled the 1990s with cult hits such as Reality Bites, Beetlejuice, and Edward Scissorhands, among others. Ryder rose to notoriety after appearing in Heathers and has since achieved success at her own pace. Furthermore, some of you may recognize Ryder from her role as Rachel’s sorority sister Mellisa on Friends. Despite a brief hiatus from acting, Ryder returned in Netflix’s Stranger Things and Destination Wedding, a 2018 rom-com co-starring Keanu Reeves. Ryder has two Academy Award nominations and a Golden Globe Award.

Winona Ryder – Now 50 Years Old

Winona Ryder – Now 50 Years Old

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Lea Thompson – Now 60 Years Old

Lea Thompson began dancing at a young age and went on to become a professional dancer at the age of 14. She began dancing with the American Ballet Theater’s Studio Company at the age of 20, but her size was an impediment. She eventually opted to pursue acting, which proved to be the determining factor in her career. Her most successful role was Lorraine in the Back to the Future trilogy. She even appeared in the NBC series Caroline in the City in the 1990s. Her daughter Zoey Deutch, one of today’s most popular young actresses, carries on her family’s performing history.

Lea Thompson – Now 60 Years Old

Lea Thompson – Now 60 Years Old

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