#3. Maggie Smith
Many of us can't help but link Maggie Smith to Professor McGonagall from Harry Potter, but the truth is that she has a prolific career, including multiple awards and two Oscars.
Smith was still in her 20s when she won her first Academy Award for her lead role in The Prime Time of Miss Jodie, and this is what she looked like.
#2. Hugh Jackman
Hugh Jackman is one of Hollywood's greatest actors and heartthrobs, and we still can't get over how much muscles he pulled for his role as Wolverine for the X-Men franchise.
But what was his life like before rising to fame? He was born and raised in Australia, and back in his high school years, he dreamed of becoming a chef.
#1. Meryl Streep
Meryl Streep needs no introduction. She's the most winning actress in history and she has 21 Oscar nominations under her belt. Beat that!
She was 29 years old by the time she received her first nomination for The Deer Hunter, and this is how she looked like back in the days.