Being a performer often includes lots of training and the use of costumes, makeup, and diverse accessories in order to be able to portray a specific character. Every now and then, some physical transformations are necessary in order to be as truthful to a character as possible. Some celebs embrace these types of changes, seeing them as a challenge and an opportunity to test themselves. Sometimes, though, we see the surprising transformation in celebs that are not related to a specific role but rather to circumstances in their lives. Let’s see some of the biggest physical changes some celebrities have undergone throughout the years!

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson – Packed on Rock-Hard Muscles

Dwayne Johnson is one of the biggest wrestlers out there. He proceeded to become one of the most bankable movie stars and even launched his own production company. However, before all the movie glory, he was an aspiring football player who then became a third-generation wrestler. In these pictures, we remember a time when Dwayne had plenty of hair; very different from his current—and more familiar—look. Dwayne did have to get bigger for his wrestling years and has maintained this look. He is now filming the sequel to Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle and his latest spin-off of The Fast and Furious, Hobbs & Shaw, will hit the theaters in August 2019.

Anjelica Huston – A Botox-Induced Change

It has been decades since Anjelica Huston played the unforgettable role of Morticia in The Addams Family. She was also the Grand High Witch in the iconic movie, The Witches. A remake of the film was announced in 2019 and, apparently, Anne Hathaway will interpret Anjelica’s former role. Huston has changed considerably from her younger years. However, it’s not only due to the passage of time. She has undergone Botox treatments that have considerably influenced the changes in her face. But she still looks pretty good. She will be appearing in the next John Wick movie, John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, which is set to be released in 2019.

Nick Nolte – Trying to Stay Fit Throughout the Years

Although Nick Nolte was known for his impressive physique and disciplined workout back in the ‘80s, we do have to say that he looks pretty great for someone of his age. At 78 years old, he was even seen cycling around in March 2019. Definitely a sign of him keeping in shape throughout the years. Although the Head Full of Honey star now sports a more disheveled hairdo, he still looks pretty good. It was recently announced that he will be part of the cast of The Mandalorian, a new Star Wars tv show.

Val Kilmer –Slimmed Down to Portray Mark Twain

Val Kilmer has had a long acting career that saw him starting in theater and then transitioning to film, with iconic roles such as Batman in Batman Forever. He has kept up appearances in the theater as well, with one of his most recent ones being his interpretation of Mark Twain. He declared that he had to lose weight in order to better represent the role. However, something else that might have added to this weight loss is the fact that he has been battling throat cancer. He was seen out and about in March 2019, hiding a surgery scar with a very stylish neckerchief.

Mickey Rourke – Boxing Had its Consequences

Actor Mickey Rourke used to be a boxer. These years cost him a lot, including the original look of his face. Due to the injuries he suffered while active in the sport, he had to undergo plastic surgery several times. Here, it can be appreciated how much his face has changed as a consequence of the procedures. Mickey has had a fairly successful career in the entertainment industry. It was announced in November 2018 that he would be producing and starring in the film Twilight Into Darkness, an independent crime drama in which Rourke is set to take the role of a tormented detective.

Lark Voorhies – Not Like Her ’90s Look

Lark Voorhies was one of the most stylish members of the cast of Saved By The Bell, the show that put stars like Mario Lopez on the spotlight. Since her years as a teen fashion icon, Lark has been on and off the limelight. One of the things that have greatly changed, aside from her demeanor, is how she looks. Although it is rumored that she also had some work done, she has never declared anything in regards to that. Lately, she hasn’t been seen in any projects. Although, she had reportedly been working in releasing a movie directed and produced by herself.

Donatella Versace – It’s All About the Lips

Donatella Versace is known for keeping alive the legacy of her brother, fashion icon Gianni Versace, after he was murdered by Andrew Cunanan. Donatella has helped maintain the brand throughout the years and she herself has become a household name in the industry. She had her first lip injection in her younger years and has since carried this full-lip look. She has denied undergoing aesthetic surgery procedures. Donatella was recently interpreted in the small screen by Penelope Cruz, who, after asking for her permission, portrayed her in the show The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story.

Jonah Hill – Lost Weight to be Healthier

Jonah Hill did not lose all this weight in a snap. He went to see a nutritionist who helped him develop a weight loss plan. Slowly but steadily, he shed pound after pound and is now showing this slimmer figure. Although he has gained a bit of the weight back, he definitely looks awesome these days. Hill has had some stellar acting moments like in the film Moneyball. He has also been involved in directing music videos. One of the most recent ones was the video for Vampire Weekend, which is set to be released in May 2019.

Tori Spelling – Cosmetic Changes in the Name of Beauty

Tori Spelling rose to fame for her role as Donna Martin in the hit TV show Beverly Hills, 90210. Since then, she has appeared in reality tv shows with her husband Dean McDermott and is currently the mother of 5 children! She admits to having undergone breast augmentation surgery, but there’s also evidence of some possible modifications to her face, which haven’t been confirmed. Tori is set to reunite with most of her co-stars in the hit ’90s show as it was reported in February 2019 that a revival is in the works. It is said to be made into a mini-series, which will be titled 90210.

Melanie Griffith – Accident During Filming

Sometimes, filming can be dangerous—especially if explosions or wild animals are involved. One such occasion took place when Melanie Griffith, only 14 then, was filming the movie Roar. Her mother, actress Tippi Hedren, was heavily involved in the production and had to watch in horror as a lioness attacked Melanie. The result involved a brief stay in the hospital as she had reconstructive surgery after the encounter. Melanie has since led a prolific career in Hollywood. She was married to Antonio Banderas, but the two split in 2015. Melanie is also the proud mother of Fifty Shades of Grey star Dakota Johnson.

Axl Rose – Rockin’ the Weight

Axl Rose is the face of one of the most successful rock bands ever, Guns N´Roses, and he used to have a slim frame that made plenty of fans go crazy for him. As the years went by, Axl’s weight gain has ensured he now looks very different from his younger days. However, as he has demonstrated time after time, his talent has stayed intact. According to recent announcements made in February 2019 by fellow band members Slash and Duff McKagan, Axl is working on some new amazing music and the band might release a new album soon.

Josh Peck –From a Baby-Faced Kid to a Grown Man

Josh Peck went from being the baby-faced Josh Nichols in the successful Nickelodeon tv show Drake & Josh to a handsome grown man. He decided to get in shape by doing a lot of training and eating healthier. He is now a proud father and has been married to Page O’Brien since 2017. Josh has been developing a successful career as a vlogger, with his own YouTube channel boasting over 2 million subscribers. Josh recently made an appearance in March 2019 at Indiana University in An Evening with Josh Peck. There, he shared funny anecdotes and interacted with fans.

Tom Hardy – Getting Muscles for More Aggressive Roles

Tom Hardy is practically unrecognizable from how he used to look. He went from being a Star Trek villain to being one of Hollywood fittest stars. With a good workout schedule and plenty of dedication to his roles, Hardy certainly has evolved through the years. He married his girlfriend Charlotte and they now have two kids together. Hardy is set to play the role of Al Capone in the new movie Fonzo, which is under production right now. Hardy underwent yet another transformation for the role and can be seen with a very different look and some extra pounds in order to look like Capone in his late 40s.

Chris Pratt – From Chubby Funnyman to Ripped Action Star

Chris Pratt was known as the classic chubby funny guy, and he had been fairly successful throughout the years. However, for the opportunity to play the lead role in Guardians of the Galaxy, he got serious about his physical appearance and decided to train with a lot of discipline and consistency. Now, he’s enjoying the amazing results and is now one of the hottest celebs in Hollywood! Lately, he has been making news because of his engagement with Katherine Schwarzenegger, whom he has been dating for less than a year. Katherine is the daughter of former California governor and Terminator star Arnold Schwarzenegger and journalist Maria Shriver.

Sarah Jessica Parker – Gracefully Embracing Her Years

Sarah Jessica Parker certainly doesn’t look as youthful as she did when she started her career. However, her great energy and joy for life make her look radiant despite her face showing clear signs of the passage of the years—which is perfectly normal. It is also really refreshing to see a Hollywood star who hasn’t had a facelift done just because the years are inevitably passing by. She became a household name after being on TV for years, but she has had various roles after that and is currently starring in the show Divorce.

La Toya Jackson– Surgeries Through the Years

Just like her late brother Michael Jackson, La Toya Jackson is an avid fan of aesthetic surgery. She has definitely employed a nose job surgeon more than once, and her features are very different from how she used to look in her younger years. She had a complicated relationship with Michael when he was still alive. However, she was seen attending a tribute show for Michael in Mexico, titled Forever: The Best Show About The King of Pop, on March 13, 2019. This show was endorsed by the Jackson Family Foundation.

Amber Rose – Changes As She Got Involved in the Industry

Amber Rose certainly looks very different from her teenage self. Although the intense look is still there, the now blond-haired bombshell has certainly undergone a few changes—from the adding of several tattoos to the regular use of contacts. Amber came into the limelight as a model in a Kanye West music video, ending up in a relationship with the singer. She then got involved and married Whiz Khalifa and even made several musical collaborations with him. They also had a son together. She has been a guest in several competition shows, with her most recent appearance taking place in 2019 in an episode of Hell’s Kitchen.

Jared Leto –  Extremely Thin for Dallas Buyers Club

Jared Leto went through an extreme makeover to interpret his role as a transgender person in 2013’s Dallas Buyers Club where he co-starred with Matthew McConaughey. The transformation not only gave way to one of the most memorable scenes in film history (when Leto was in front of the mirror—we know you know what we’re talking about), but it also earned him an Academy Award. He will be playing a vampire in the movie Morbius, which is currently under production. This won’t be the first time Leto will star in a comics-related movie, as he played The Joker in the star-studded Suicide Squad.

Mama June – Dramatic Weight Loss

She was introduced to everyone as the outrageous mom of Honey Boo Boo in the TV show Toddlers & Tiaras. She then became a fixed feature in everyone’s TV screens with the reality show, Here Comes Honey Boo Boo. Her dramatic transformation was also recorded in Mama June: From Not to Hot, which followed her journey after having a weight loss surgery performed. Mama June certainly looks very different these days, going from being plus-sized to a size 4. Mama June is in a relationship with Geno Doak and the third season of her reality show is set to be released in March 2019.

Marilyn Manson – Becoming a Controversial Rocker

Looking at Marilyn Manson’s earlier years, you would never guess he is the same person as he is today. Manson not only changed his hairstyle but also now uses a heavy white foundation for a more gothic-inspired look. He has become famous for his outrageous shows with controversial occurrences in his tours. It was announced in March 2019 that he is working on his 11th studio album. The year 2019 seems to be a busy year for Manson as he is set to start a new tour in July, with the first concert to take place in Baltimore.

Nicki Minaj – Huge Change Since Her Teenage Years

Nicki Minaj is one of those stars that we would never recognize if we were presented with a random picture of her younger years. But here, caught on camera, is the teenage version of Nicki. Very different from the fuller figure she now proudly sports and which has been part of the brand she has built for herself. Nicky has since become a huge star and is one of the best-known rappers out there. Known for her unapologetic over-the-top style, Nicki has just begun her newest tour in March 2019.

Russell Brand – Got Thinner with Fame

Can you believe that this is how Russell Brand used to look? It’s not only the fact that he evidently invested some time in losing weight, but the beard and the long curls also helped in making him look very different. Russell was previously married to famous singer Katy Perry and has had some popular characters in movies like Forgetting Sarah Marshall. Brand has been an on-and-off vegan and has announced that he will be going back to it in March 2019. He is set to appear in an upcoming movie titled Four Kids and It.

Pamela Anderson – The Iconic Baywatch Bombshell

Pamela Anderson will forever be remembered for her stint in Baywatch as well as for her many magazine covers. She has made celebrity news for her past relationships with drummer Tommy Lee, singer Kid Rock, and producer Rick Solomon. Counting 3 marriages and two children so far, Pamela has refused to give up on love. She is now dating the French soccer player Adil Rami. They recently got back together in March 2019 after a separation that lasted about 6 months. Pamela had moved to France in order to be closer to her new love.

Shelley Duvall – Age Has Taken its Toll

Shelley Duvall is best remembered for playing Jack Nicholson’s wife in the iconic movie The Shining. She decided to retire in 2002 and has been out of the spotlight ever since—for the most part. In 2016, she gave an interview in Dr. Phil, where she admitted to having some mental health issues. Stephen King, the author of The Shining, released a sequel to The Shining titled Doctor Sleep. It will be brought to the big screen and will follow the story of the family, with Alex Essoe playing Duvall’s former character, Wendy Torrance.

Charlize Theron – Gained Weight And Got An Oscar

Another Hollywood celeb who underwent a transformation to give justice to a role is Charlize Theron. In order to play her role in Monster, the movie that earned her an Academy Award, she had to gain weight and use prosthetics. She even had to shave her eyebrows! Charlize has had a very successful career and is considered one of the biggest names in Hollywood these days. She hasn’t let this stop her from starting a family and has opted for adoption. Her new movie Long Shot was released on March 3, 2019. This is one of the rare incursions Charlize has made into comedy films.

Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson – Became the “World’s Strongest Man”

Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson has come a long way since he was still a basketball player in Iceland. He has dedicated himself to bodybuilding and has even broken several records—including his own! That’s right. In March 2019, he broke his deadlift record, managing to lift 474 kilograms in the Arnold Strongman Classic competition. He was presented with the award by Arnold Schwarzenegger himself. Björnsson will be part of the last season of Game of Thrones, which will start on April 14, 2019. He plays Cersei’s guard and Sandor Clegane’s brother, The Mountain.

Nicole Kidman – The Evolution of a Movie Star

Nicole Kidman has always been a beauty. However, we do have to comment on the impressive change from her first years in the industry to how she looks today. After all, her very tight curls and baby face of her younger years have evolved into a more defined face structure as well as a softer hairstyle. Either way, she has always looked beautiful. Nicole is currently working on her new HBO series The Undoing, and the red locks are back with some curls that almost throw us back to this first picture. Her other HBO hit drama, Big Little Lies, is set to air a second season.

Lil’ Kim – A Very Different Look

Lil’ Kim is known for being one of the most influential female rappers in the industry. Although she hasn’t released an album in over 14 years, she keeps her status as a living legend. Her looks have changed dramatically over the years. She hasn’t openly admitted to going under the knife, but speculations certainly lead to her having at least a nose job done. In March 2019, Lil’ Kim announced what many fans had been waiting for: she will be releasing a new album! It is to be titled Nine, and there are rumors that a reunion with Junior MAFIA might be on the table.

Zac Efron – Unlocking the Baywatch Bod

Zac Efron was already known to be quite fit, but his eating habits and training regime certainly hit an all-time high when he was cast in the movie Baywatch. He has certainly grown from his teenage years, and little of how he looked in his High School Musical days remains. Zac tore his ACL recently and has been seen going to physical therapy in March 2019. His next project is titled The Beach Bum and he has been seen sporting a quite unique hairstyle for his role in the movie.

Jason Momoa – Getting (Even More) Ripped for Aquaman

Ok, we know you know that Jason Momoa was already extremely fit way before appearing in DC movies. Yes, we saw him in Game of Thrones, too. And really, no one can forget Khal Drogo. However, he did undergo special training to be particularly ripped for his role as Aquaman. He actually did a cameo appearance as the character in 2016’s Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice. This certainly worked in his favor as he had to keep up with the exercise in order to be ready for his own movie, 2018’s Aquaman. He will be reprising his role in the sequel, Aquaman 2, which has already been announced.