Kim Cattrall's Beauty Evolution From the '70s to Now

Publish date: 2024-03-04

Although Kim Cattrall may be best known for her role as the larger-than-life Samantha Jones on SATC, the veteran actress had made a name for herself in Hollywood decades before then. Since first appearing on the silver screen as a teen in the '75 flick Rosebud, Cattrall's beauty and career have continued to evolve in the roles that she takes, the wardrobe she wears, and the fashion campaigns she participates in. And while we can't wait to see what she's got in store next (Emily in Paris season 3, perhaps?), right now, we're taking a look back at her best beauty and style moments over her decades-long career.

Keep scrolling for Kim Cattrall's beauty evolution from the '70s to today.

1979

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Yes, Kim Cattrall is a natural brunette! Born in Liverpool, England, and raised in Canada, the gorgeous actress got her start with guest roles on Charlie's Angels and The Night Rider.

1984

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The natural brunette had a breakout role as a sexy cadet in Police Academy. These brow-grazing wispy bangs added to her allure.

1986

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Big Trouble in Little China, meet big '80s hair. Cattrall's larger-than-life mane was full of personality — and volumizing spray.

1987

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Before Margot Robbie was cast to play Barbie, Cattrall wowed us all with her portrayal of a magical model in Mannequin. With voluminous blonde hair, red lips, and on-point eye makeup, you could say that she was all dolled up.

1992

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For the Cable Ace Awards, she channeled Ava Gardner with a dark coif and matte red lips. "I prefer her as a brunette," her hairstylist Jim Wayne has said. "It brings out her beautiful fair skin."

2000

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Now playing Samantha Jones on HBO's Sex and The City, Cattrall wore her blond locks in soft layers. "Playing this outrageous, fearless character has brought out a lot of things in my personality; I make bolder choices," she told InStyle.

2002

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For the premiere of the show's fifth season, she played up her bone structure by curling her hair away from her face. Pink monochromatic makeup lends a natural flush to her complexion.

2003

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The Golden Globe winner sported a retro updo and a dewy, sun-kissed glow.

2004

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After becoming the face of the Spark Seduction by Liz Claiborne fragrance, Cattrall turned up her allure with glossy pink lips and a '60s-inspired hairdo.

2007

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Cattrall looks strong and sophisticated wearing her hair à la sky-high pouf for a charity gala.

2008

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Cattrall returned to the big screen with the Sex and The City movie and showed off her natural beauty with a swept-back chignon.

2010

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The silver siren went seriously glam for the premiere of Sex and The City 2 with lush waves and patent red lips.

2012

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Cattrall looked effortlessly gorgeous at a New York City charity event with soft waves and rosy lipstick.

2013

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The actress opted for a romantic, swept-back hairdo for the Laurence Olivier Awards at The Royal Opera House in London. Its shoulder-grazing length, long layers, and soft curls all work to create lift and volume in fine or thin tresses.

2014

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A voluminous blowout will instantly transform limp locks. Follow Cattrell's lead and curl ends away from the face to create even more body and give off a casual-cool finish.

2015

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Cattrall went with no-fuss loose waves look while attending the Shakespeare Uncovered New York premiere. It's both lovely and low maintenance.

2016

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The Sensitive Skin star attended an AOL Build event in New York City, styling her blonde lob into a sleek blowout. We love how her layers work to highlight her features and frame her face.

2017

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Cattrall went honey-blonde in 2017, styling her on-trend lob in voluminous curls and accessorizing with a glossy pink lip and lengthy, lifted, lashes.

2018

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Cattrall was beaming in gold-rimmed sunglasses and a metallic blazer as she attended the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition Preview Party in London. Her tousled blonde waves and pink-tinted lips scream summer beauty.

2019

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At the Tribeca Film Festival, Cattrall looked effortless. Her minimal makeup and mussy updo with blonde bangs felt fresh and stylish.

2022

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Cattrall channeled Samantha Jones's vibes when she stepped out at Peacock's Queer As Folk World Premiere event in this hot pink number complete with feathers. It doesn't get more fabulous than that.

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