Hollywood is filled to the brim with talented actors and actresses. Every day thousands give acting a shot, but show business is not for everyone. Only the most talented and luckiest few stay and leave a mark in this industry.
Here is a list of 20 middle-aged actors who are absolutely crushing it in Hollywood.
20) Bradley Cooper
Bradley Cooper made his name in Hollywood, not only with acting but also filmmaking. He started his career with the movie Wedding Crashers. However, he became a household name with The Hangover Trilogy. He has won several awards, including two Grammys. Cooper was also nominated for twelve Oscars. He is 49 and is thriving in the film business.
19) Drew Barrymore
Drew Barrymore started her career as a child actress, and now, even at the age of 49, her position in Hollywood is still rock solid. She comes from a family of actors and has her name associated with award-winning movies like E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Scream, Charlie’s Angels movies, and He’s Just Not That Into You. She has now expanded her career from acting to hosting shows and has her own talk show—'The Drew Barrymore Show.'
18) Winona Ryder
When Winona Ryder started her career in Hollywood, her identity was limited to being Johnny Depp’s girlfriend. But today, at the age of 53, she has created a name for herself by playing beloved and unconventional characters. She has acted in movies like Heathers, Little Women, Girl Interrupted, Star Trek, Bram Stoker's Dracula, and many more. Currently she is working in the hit Netflix series Stranger Things.
17) Rachel McAdams
Rachel McAdams was the sweetheart of Hollywood. This 46-year-old actress has been a part of super successful projects like The Notebook, The Time Traveler’s Wife, The Vow, About Time, Doctor Strange, and many more. Her career-defining role was in the movie Mean Girls, where she portrayed the iconic role of Regina George, which was iconic and has become a part of pop culture.
16) Kate Winslet
Kate Winslet rose to fame with her role as Rose in the groundbreaking 1997 film Titanic. She was 22 at that point in time and a novice, but since then her career graph has only moved upwards. Even at the age of 49, she continues to bring complex characters alive on screen. She has starred in movies like Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, The Reader, and Avatar and has won numerous prestigious awards like BAFTA and Academy Awards.
15) Nicole Kidman
Nicole Kidman, aged 57, has won it all in the industry. She first received recognition when she received an Academy Award for Best Actress in the movie ‘The Hours,’ where she portrays famous author Virginia Woolf. Her filmography is vast and diverse and is not only limited to movies. She has also undertaken some great television projects like The Undoing and Big Little Lies.
14) Matt Damon
Matt Damon is one of Hollywood’s highest-paid actors. This 54-year-old actor is best known for his role in Good Will Hunting. He is truly a gifted actor who has been a part of movies like the Bourne franchise, the Ocean's trilogy, Ford vs. Ferrari, and quite recently in the successful movie Oppenheimer. He is not only an actor, a voice artist, and a host but also an acclaimed screenwriter.
13) Chris Evans
Chris Evans is a name synonymous with Captain America because of his successful venture in Marvel’s project, the Avengers. While many actors find it hard to shed the title of such roles and often succumb to its weight, Chris Evans has managed to create a strong identity from Captain America, which has made him a quite successful actor. His work in movies like Knives Out, Fantastic Four, and Gifted has gained a lot of appreciation.
12) Benedict Cumberbatch
Benedict Cumberbatch, at the age of 48 years, is a master of the art of acting. Widely recognized for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in the BBC series of the same name, he has gained quite a fan following. Cumberbatch has found a niche in movies with biopic roles of great scientists. He is well known for portraying Stephen Hawking in the movie Hawking and Alan Turing in the movie The Imitation Game.
11) Julia Roberts
Julia Roberts is one of Hollywood's most loved actresses. At the age of 57, she knows success like no other. She has been a part of top-grossing movies like Pretty Woman, My Best Friend’s Wedding, Notting Hill, Runaway Bride, and many more. She has been the "it girl" in the movie business, and, with that pretty smile of hers, she has managed to capture the heart of the audience for decades.
10) Anne Hathaway
If Julia Roberts was the it-girl back then, Anne Hathaway has that title now. Every successful project wants her. No matter the genre, Anne Hathaway can mold herself to fit into any role, and her filmography is a testament to the same. She has acted in Disney movies like The Princess Diaries and Ella Enchanted, in comedy movies like The Devil Wears Prada, in romances like Love and Other Drugs and Bride Wars, and if that’s not enough, in sci-fi and thrillers like The Dark Knight, Interstellar, Ocean's 8, and others.
9) Christian Bale
Christian Bale, 50 now, started his career at the age of 13 in the movie Empire of the Sun. He established himself as a star with his role as a psychopathic banker in the movie American Psycho. He then gained international fame for portraying the superhero Batman in the Dark Knight Trilogy. He is appreciated for the physical transformation he undergoes for his roles; be it bulking up or losing weight, he dedicates himself fully to his role.
8) Matthew McConaughey
Matthew McConaughey, a leading actor in Hollywood today, is known for his versatility. This 55-year-old actor has acted in romcoms like How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, The Wedding Planner, and Failure to Launch. He was much loved for his charming roles but gained a lot more respect with his complex emotional roles in movies like Interstellar, The Lincoln Lawyer, Dallas Buyers Club, The Gentleman, and many more.
7) Sandra Bullock
Sandra Bullock, 60 now, has been one of Hollywood’s highest-paid actresses for decades now. With successful projects like Miss Congeniality, Two Weeks Notice, The Proposal, Bird Box, and Ocean’s 8, she has established herself as a legend. Her most successful work came in 2013 in the movie Gravity, which earned her a lot of awards and cemented her position in Hollywood.
6) Angelina Jolie
Angelina Jolie, at the age of 49, is still a name well known in the world today. Her acting and humanitarian work have both been widely appreciated. Some of her successful works include Girl, Interrupted, Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Changeling, Maleficent, and many more. Besides these projects, she has worked as a UNHCR ambassador and runs many charities.
5) Brad Pitt
Brad Pitt has been a name constantly popular in Hollywood. Even at 60 now, he still doesn’t fail in delivering hits after hits. Some of his successful movies are Legends of the Fall, Seven, Fight Club, the Ocean's Trilogy, Troy, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, and many more. His most recent venture includes the movie ‘F1’ about racing driver Sonny Hayes, which will be released next year.
4) Tom Cruise
Tom Cruise has become a brand in himself. At 62 years of age, he still manages to rank number 1 on the list of highest-paid actors every year. The Top Gun series, the Mission Impossible series, and the Jack Reacher series are just some of his successful projects. Tom Cruise is prominently recognized for performing his stunts himself and has become a legacy in Hollywood.
3) Johnny Depp
Johnny Depp is a very influential figure in Hollywood, even at the age of 61. His work in Edward Scissorhands, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Sweeney Todd is appreciated all over the world. He is known for embracing his characters to the fullest and giving them personal touches, like Jack Sparrow’s walk in Pirates of the Caribbean, and perhaps that is one of the reasons for his success in Hollywood.
2) Robert Downey Jr.
Even at the age of 59 years, Robert Downey Jr. still manages to resonate with people of all age groups. For the kids, with his role as Iron Man in Marvel’s Avengers, and, for adults, with his work in Sherlock Holmes, Zodiac, Tropic Thunder, and, Oppenheimer, Robert Downey Jr. has constantly delivered hit after hit. His struggle with addiction and his recovery journey are well known and an inspiration to many.
1) Leonardo DiCaprio
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Hollywood’s most successful star, Leonardo DiCaprio, rose to fame with the movie Titanic, and his career has skyrocketed since then. This 50-year-old has worked with acclaimed directors like Martin Scorsese and Christopher Nolan, and all his projects, without any surprise, do wonderfully in the industry. Some of his notable works include films like Inception, Shutter Island, Romeo + Juliet, Catch Me If You Can, The Wolf of Wall Street, and many more.
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