Winona Ryder is undoubtedly one of our favorite icons from the ’80s.
Since her breakout role in the cult classic Heathers in 1988, the Hollywood star has become renowned not only for her arthouse films but also for her age-defying beauty. Whatever her secret is, we’re eager to know! “I love getting older,” the 48-year-old actress shared in an interview with The Edit magazine. “I think it has to do with always being the kid on set.”
While she embraces the aging process, Winona shows no signs of it, sporting a wrinkle-free complexion and a youthful glow that makes it hard to believe how little she has changed over the years.
Interestingly, the Stranger Things star has opted out of cosmetic surgery, remarking that it’s often treated “almost like hygiene” these days. “I’ve had people say to me, ‘Oh, you should, you know…’ and they point to my forehead. ‘Get that seen to!’ But I’m like, ‘No! I’ve been waiting so long for that to happen!’”
Keep scrolling to see Winona’s incredible transformation through the years!
#1. Winona Ryder 1986
We’re not accustomed to seeing Winona with blonde curls, but we think she pulls it off beautifully!
#2. Winona Ryder
Winona in a simpler time when wearing a pink jumper to a Grammys after-party was perfectly acceptable.
#3. Heathers
A fresh-faced Winona (far right) played one of the leading roles in the cult classic Heathers.
#4. Golden Globes
Winona won her Golden Globe for her role in the 1993 film The Age of Innocence, and we absolutely love her chic pixie cut!
#5. Johnny Depp
We can’t decide what we love more: Winona’s bold red lip or her iconic ex, Johnny Depp!
#6. Oscars
We are absolutely head over heels for this stunning Oscars look!
#7. Winona Ryder 1996
Winona chose an all-black ensemble for the premiere of The Crucible.
#8. Matt Damon and Winona Ryder
Young love: Who remembers when she and Matt Damon were an item?
#9. Hollywood Walk of Fame 2000
The starlet looked radiant during the unveiling of her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
#10. Jennifer Aniston and Winona Ryder
Jennifer Aniston famously shared a kiss with Winona during her guest appearance on an episode of Friends.
#11. Shoplifting
The Hollywood star’s infamous shoplifting incident in 2001 thrust her into the spotlight.
#12. Winona Ryder 2004
Winona embraced her boho side in 2004.
#13. Winona Ryder 2006
What are Winona’s skin secrets?
#14. Winona Ryder 2008
A modern-day Audrey Hepburn in 2008.
#15. Winona Ryder 2010
At the Black Swan premiere, 38-year-old Winona looked as though she was still in her twenties!
#16. Winona Ryder 2013
This woman is in her forties—seriously!
#17. Stranger Things
The kids of Stranger Things have grown up a lot since the first season, but Winona remains just as timeless!
#18. Noah Schnapp on Stranger Things ‘mum’ Winona Ryder
Who could forget Winona’s wild reactions at the 2017 SAG Awards that went viral?
#19. Winona Ryder SAGs
Seriously, can someone please share her secret??
