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27 Beautiful Celebrity Women Who Seem To Be Aging Backwards

Aging is a process that everyone experiences, though some people seem to be escaping the physical hardships that come with the process. These celebrities constantly inspire us with not only their youthful glow, but philosophy on what it means to embrace our au naturel selves. 
27 Beautiful Celebrity Women Who Seem To Be Aging Backwards
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By Samantha Callender · Updated October 26, 2020
01
Iman, 61
The iconic supermodel looks as stunning as she did when she first broke into the industry. When it comes to aging, Iman says, “Never lie about your age. You have earned it.”
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Marc Piasecki
02
Mel B, 42
The former Spice Girl credits her glowing melanin and fit physique to a strict diet and exercise regiment, once revealing, “‘I do half an hour of cardio and 200 sit-ups three times a day.”
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03
Oprah Winfrey, 63
Oprah is still dominating the media and television industry, and not letting age or stigma hold her back. “If you’re blessed enough to grow older, which is how I look at aging (I think often of all the angels of 9/11 who won’t), there’s so much wisdom to be gained from people who are celebrating the process with vibrancy and vigor and grace.”
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04
Erika Alexander, 47

Erika looks the same as she did in the 90’s when she played our first favorite “Max the Maverick” on Living Single.

27 Beautiful Celebrity Women Who Seem To Be Aging Backwards
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05
Halle Berry, 50
At half a century old, Halle still glows and sets the standards for Hollywood beauty. The legend embraces the aging process, once saying, “I just have kept reminding myself that beauty really is as beauty does, and it is not so much about my physical self. Aging is natural, and that’s going to happen to all of us.”
27 Beautiful Celebrity Women Who Seem To Be Aging Backwards
George Pimentel
06
Diana Ross, 73
The iconic singer is still hitting the stage and performing with grace, class, and beauty.
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Gisela Schober
07
Kerry Washington, 40
The actress credits her youthful glow to an faithful skincare regimen. “I’ve always understood the connection between science and skin,” she once shared. “I’ve been seeing a dermatologist since I was six years old for eczema.”
27 Beautiful Celebrity Women Who Seem To Be Aging Backwards
Bruce Glikas
08
Bianca Lawson, 38
27 Beautiful Celebrity Women Who Seem To Be Aging Backwards
Jason LaVeris
09
Tia & Tamera Mowry, 38
These sisters are just as fresh faced as they were when they appeared on their hit sitcom Sister Sister. Both sisters give credit to a healthy diet and working out as a way to maintain optimal health.
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10
Elise Neal, 51
The gorgeous actress broke the internet after she posted a photo of her fit body in a bikini for her 50th birthday. After the photo went viral, she said “If I’m supposed to turn 50 and start to shrivel up and die, I’d rather continue to work out, dance and love life and enjoy life like I do than do that. It’s just me.”
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11
Naomi Campbell, 47
Legendary supermodel Naomi Campbell still looks as flawless as the new generation of supermodels, and credits her glow to paying close attention to her holistic health. “I take care of myself, eat well, try to balance what I put in my body. I stay away from sugar and drink lots of water.”
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12
Angela Bassett, 58
The glowing beauty says a plant-based diet and daily exercise keep her in shape.
27 Beautiful Celebrity Women Who Seem To Be Aging Backwards
Gary Gershoff
13
Tyra Banks 43
The iconic supermodel credits attention to skincare as the key to her youthful glow. “I’m obsessed with moisture. I’m not afraid of oils. I think my obsession with moisturizing is one of the reasons I’ve held onto not looking my age.”
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14
Phylicia Rashad, 68
The legendary actress has been the epitome of grace and elegance, and says that she approaches each day with love and appreciation. “It’s interesting how you wander through things. Grace is always present, and there comes a time when you really must be conscious of that presence and turn your face to it. Otherwise, you’re just walking blindly through life.”
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Rich Polk
15
Tracee Ellis Ross, 44
The bubbling beauty has had a long career in Hollywood, and says she welcomes aging with open arms. “It doesn’t matter if you don’t like that I’m 40, or that I have wrinkles above the knee- I’m good. I own my cellulite and I own me.”
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16
Nia Long, 46
We can’t think of one person who doesn’t have a crush on the seemingly ageless star.
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Kevin Winter
17
Joy Bryant

The actress and former model celebrates her birthday October 18.

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Todd Williamson
18
Jennifer Lopez, 47
Aside from being in optimal shape from dancing and working out, J.Lo also credits getting sleep to keeping her youthful. “I try to always to get as much sleep as I can so that I can start the day well rested and do my morning meditation and affirmations.”
27 Beautiful Celebrity Women Who Seem To Be Aging Backwards
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19
Garcelle Beauvais, 50
The multi-talented beauty looks just the same as she did back on The Jamie Foxx Show.
27 Beautiful Celebrity Women Who Seem To Be Aging Backwards
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20
LisaRaye McCoy

The flawless beauty celebrates her birthday on September 23.

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21
Rachel True, 50
The actress says that paying specific attention to what you put in your body and what you do to your body has played a major role in her keeping fit and glowing. “Quality of food, hydration, exercise, healthy gut bacteria, mood etc all factor into feeling good in your body.”
27 Beautiful Celebrity Women Who Seem To Be Aging Backwards
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22
Queen Latifah, 47
The legendary rapper and actress took control her health back in the early ’00s, and has since credited diet and exercise as the key to longevity.
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23
Regina Hall, 46
Aside from sharing fitness and diet tips on social media, Regina also credits getting the proper amount of rest and relaxation as key to aging gracefully.
27 Beautiful Celebrity Women Who Seem To Be Aging Backwards
David Livingston
24
Adrienne Joi Johnson, 54
The former Baby Boy star maintains her youthful energy and appearance by dedicating time to work out daily and eat clean.
27 Beautiful Celebrity Women Who Seem To Be Aging Backwards
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25
Tichina Arnold, 47
Tichina still looks that same as she did when she played Pam in Martin, and shows no signs of aging soon.
27 Beautiful Celebrity Women Who Seem To Be Aging Backwards
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26
Kimberly Elise, 50
Kimberly credits her youthful glow to attention to skin care and a clean eating diet.
27 Beautiful Celebrity Women Who Seem To Be Aging Backwards
Tommaso Boddi
27
Sanaa Lathan, 45

The iconic actress has said that she dedicates time to working out, eating clean and meditating daily in order to maintain her youthfulness.

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