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Lohan was already a child star, but 'Mean Girls' defined a generation.
Queen Bey's reign saw its start in 2003, when she released her solo album 'Dangerously in Love.'
In 2002, Berry became the first black star to win the Oscar for Best Actress for her role in 'Monster's Ball.'
After starring in 'Legally Blonde,' Reese Witherspoon quickly ascended to the post of Hollywood's Sweetheart.
Winona Ryder was one of the most successful actresses of the decade, but she is as well known for her controversies as she is for her talent.
From 'Ain't No Mountain High Enough,' to 'Endless Love,' if Miss Ross sang it, it became a hit.
Lindsay Lohan has overcome a number of setbacks in her personal life and continued working. And she very recently became a mother for the first time!
It's safe to say that Beyoncé's career has been hugely successful, both as a music star and as an actress.
The actress has enjoyed a long, successful career, and recently starred in 'Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret' (2023).
In 2012, the actress scored one of her most successful roles, in 'Les Misérables,' which earned her an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Anne Hathaway continues to be super in demand to this day.
Hudson has had a very successful career in acting, but also as a producer and talk show host (and, of course, dabbling in music). Here's J.Hud at a Grammys party in February 2023 in Beverly Hills, California.
Berry continued to act and went on to star in a James Bond movie and play comic book characters. Here she is at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in March 2023 in Beverly Hills.
Gabrielle Union has since been a Hollywood mainstay. She most recently starred in the movie 'The Perfect Find' (2023).
The Emmy-winning actress remains as gorgeous as ever. As for her acting career, it continues alive and well. You can watch her in the 2023 series 'Wolf Pack.'
The Oscar-winning actress became a rom-com favorite. She recently starred in 'Your Place or Mine' (2023).
The iconic artist still performs to this day. Here's Hill on stage at the 2023 Essence Festival of Culture at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana.
The multiple Oscar winner continues acting, of course, but she's also into music. Here is Zellweger performing in March 2023 in Austin, Texas.
Britney Spears has had a tumultuous life and career since the turn of the century, but she undoubtedly remains an icon.
Silverstone has been very active over the years. In 2023 alone, she has starred in two movies.
Winona Ryder kept working, but experienced a huge comeback with the Netflix hit show 'Stranger Things.'
Whoopi Goldberg never really stopped acting ever since. She starred in numerous films and shows, and also voiced a number of characters. Goldberg also worked as a producer and writer, and today she's one of the co-hosts of 'The View.'
Julia Roberts continues to star in hit movies and shows. The Oscar-winning actress has more recently starred in the film 'Ticket to Paradise' and the series 'Gaslit,' both in 2022.
The former supermodel enjoyed a long, successful career. She's now embraced motherhood. Here's Naomi Campbell attending the 2023 Cannes Film Festival in France.
Foster is still a Hollywood star. Her latest film came out in 2021 and it's called 'The Mauritanian.'
The actress has never stopped working. Here she is at TCL Chinese Theatre on October 12, 2022, in Hollywood, California.
By now, you should know that Cher has discovered the fountain of youth. Cher is one of the greatest artists of all time, with Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony awards under her belt.
Years later, Lisa Bonet married (and divorced) musician Lenny Kravitz, and then actor Jason Momoa, and continued with her acting career.
Molly Ringwald continued to act, more recently appearing as Mary Andrews on the hit show 'Riverdale.'
Jennifer Beals continued to work as an actress and has even had a few stints as a producer, including for the show 'The L Word: Generation Q' (2019–2023).
Janet Jackson has since become a hugely successful artist and sold over 100 million records. Here she is, backstage at the Broadway musical 'Dancin'' in May 2023 in New York City.
Debra Winger was one of the leading ladies of '80s, and she's continued to work well into the 21st century, including the Netflix series 'The Ranch' (2016–2020).
Now she has been nominated 21 times and has three Oscars under her belt. Streep is considered by many to be the best actress of her generation.
The actress has had a long, successful career since then. Here's Goldie Hawn backstage at the Broadway musical 'Some Like it Hot' in February 2023 in New York City.
The veteran actress has amassed a number of accolades over the years. Diane Keaton continues to star in movies to this day. Here she is at the premiere of her 2023 film 'Book Club: The Next Chapter' in New York City.
The actress became even more popular in 1997 with Quentin Tarantino's 'Jackie Brown,' and hasn't stopped since.
She's become an icon ever since her 'Cabaret' days. Here is the performer on stage with Lady Gaga during the 94th Annual Academy Awards on March 27, 2022.
Simon kept releasing music throughout the years, but also wrote two memoirs.
Fast forward a few decades and here is Ali MacGraw attending the Chanel Cruise 2020 Collection Photocall in Paris, France.
Entertaining as always, more recently we could watch Burnett in a few episodes of the show 'Better Call Saul.'
The music icon is still performing to this day. Here's Diana Ross at the closing reception of the Milken Institute Global Conference in Beverly Hills on May 3, 2023.
The actress continues to work. Her latest movie, 'The Man Who Drew God,' came out in 2022.
Streisand remains as amazing as always, and probably as busy as always, too! Here she is, posing with The Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Woman of Leadership Award in July 2023, in Malibu, California.
With a career spanning over 70 years, Rita Moreno is one of the last remaining stars of the Golden Age of Hollywood. The actress is pictured at the Ford's Theatre Annual Presidential Gala on June 11, 2023, in Washington, DC.
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Fast forward to 2023 and 'The Sound of Music' actress is still working (though mostly voice work).
The actress is now in her thirties. Here she is at the 73rd Berlinale International Film Festival on February 25, 2023, in Berlin, Germany.
The 'Jolene' singer has come a long way in music and acting. Over the years, Dolly Parton has had numerous hit singles and has written songs for movies, too.
Streep's Oscar-nominations record began in 1979, when she was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for 'The Deer Hunter.'
'Annie Hall' was written for Diane Keaton, and it went on to gain the status of being one of the greatest films of all time.
Grier gained "It Girl" status after starring in movies like 'Foxy Brown,' 'Coffy,' and 'Friday Foster.'
There is a one-in-a-million chance of making it big in Hollywood, but some talented women have risen to the challenge and overcome major obstacles, ultimately helping to shape the industry we know and love. But do you know which famous females made the biggest impact the year you were born? And, if so, can you recognize them today?
Click through the following gallery and discover was the ultimate "It Girl" the year you were born.
Hollywood's "It Girl" the year you were born, and how they look now
Who was the ultimate "It Girl" the year you were born?
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There is a one-in-a-million chance of making it big in Hollywood, but some talented women have risen to the challenge and overcome major obstacles, ultimately helping to shape the industry we know and love. But do you know which famous females made the biggest impact the year you were born? And, if so, can you recognize them today?
Click through the following gallery and discover was the ultimate "It Girl" the year you were born.