Having a career in Hollywood has its upsides and downsides — with one of the biggest downsides being that you’re expected to always look your best — no matter where you are, what you’re going through, and no matter how old you are. These celebrities on our list are definitely lucky, because they are look graceful and as beautiful as ever, even as they age.

Some of the celebrities here are endowed with great genes, while others have sought the help of plastic surgery or cosmetic surgery. Some are just plain lucky that they don’t need to diet to achieve enviable bodies, while others are required to stick to strenuous workout sessions and strict diet regimens…

Rachel Ward

Before Rachel Ward became an actress, she worked as a model and appeared on the covers in some of the most popular magazines in the world, such as Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and Harper’s & Queen. She gained attention quickly when she transitioned into acting, getting nominated for the Golden Globe New Star of the Year for the movie Sharky’s Machine.

However, her breakout role is considered to be in the TV miniseries The Thorn Birds, where she played Meggie Cleary. She starred alongside Richard Chamberlain in this famous miniseries. The actress, once voted as one world’s 10 most beautiful women, prefers to always look natural, usually wearing nothing but lip-gloss and mascara.

Elisabeth Shue