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Do you remember looking up to gorgeous Old Hollywood actresses? Unfortunately, there are only several left as time goes on. However, the ones that are still alive, they are still as beautiful as ever. Do you ever wonder what some of your favorite Hollywood bombshells look like now? Here are some then and now photos of Old Hollywood Bombshells. Do you remember when these ladies first made it to Hollywood? 1. Kim Novak Wikimedia Commons / Wikipedia Kim Novak started working around 1954. She starred in movies such as Pushover, Phffft!, and got her big break in Vertigo playing alongside Jimmy Stewart. She appeared again with Jimmy Stewart in Bell, Book, and Candle. Her career slowed down in the 1960s and her last known role was in the 1990s. RELATED: Old Hollywood’s Dirty Secrets 2. Mamie Van Doren Flickr / Wikimedia Commons Mamie's real name is Joan Lucille Olander. She came to California in 1942 to pursue acting. Her first role was in a show called Little Joanie: The Flower Girl. She later worked as a Las Vegas showgirl and acted in movies such as Forbidden, Teacher's Pet, Girls Town, Born Reckless, and Vice Squad. 3. Olivia de Havilland Wikipedia / AARP Olivia is best known for her role in Gone with the Wind, but she has also been featured in films such as Captain Blood, The Adventures of Robin Hood, and Dodge City. She is currently 103 years old. 4. Doris Day Wikimedia Commons / Oversixty.co.nz Doris Day was once America's Sweetheart. She was a top singer and a movie star in her time. She was in films such as Calamity Jane, The Pajama Game, Romance on the High Seas, and The Man Who Knew Too Much. Sadly, Doris has since passed. 5. Marsha Hunt Pixabay / Wikipedia Marsha began her career as a fashion model but quickly became a famous actress. She worked with John Wayne in the movie Born to the West. Marsha was also in The Virginia Judge, Pride and Prejudice, and Raw Deal. She is currently 102 years old. 6. Carol Channing Wikimedia Commons / Wikipedia Carol was often referred to as the First Lady of Musical Comedy and was primarily a comic stage actress. She often starred on Broadway but she was in movies as well. Her most popular films were Paid in Full, The First Traveling Sales Lady, and Thoroughly Modern Millie. Sadly, Carol has since passed away. 7. Janis Paige Wikimedia Commons / Facebook Her real name is Donna Mae Tjaden and she is a very talented singer and actress. She appeared in movies such as Bathing Beauty, Romance on the High Seas, Two Gals And A Guy, and The Time. She decided to switch to Broadway and was in shows like Remains To Be Seen. Keep reading on the NEXT page to see what other Old Hollywood bombshells look like now! 8. Rhonda Fleming Wikimedia Commons / Pinterest Rhonda is known for her red hair and the fact that she has been in over 40 movies. She was born Marilyn Louis and has appeared in movies like Spellbound, Pony Express, and While the City Sleeps. 9. Angela Lansbury Wikipedia / Wikimedia Commons You may remember Angela from her famous role as Jessica Fletcher in the series Murder, She Wrote. She also starred in many movies such as The Picture of Dorian Gray and Bedknobs and Broomsticks. 10. Ann Blyth Wikimedia Commons / Pinterest Ann became a radio star when she was only six years old. She appeared in the movie musical Chip Off the Old Block and other movies like Mildred Pierce, Mr. Peabody and the Mermaid, and Kismet. 11. Jane Powell Wikimedia Commons / stumptownblogger Born Suzanne Lorraine Burce, Jane became a singing sensation at a young age. She appeared in the musical comedy Song of the Open Road and other musical films like Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. 12. Margaret O'Brien Wikipedia / IMDb Margaret was once called "America's Sweetheart" and was a very popular child actress. She was born Angela Maxine O'Brien. She appeared in Babes on Broadway when she was only four years old. The actress was also in Journey for Margaret and Meet Me in St. Louis with Judy Garland. 13. Eva Marie Saint IMDb / Wikipedia Eva became popular after starring in the film On The Waterfront. She was also in Exodus, Superman Returns, and Raintree County. She looks almost the same! 14. Marion Ross Wikimedia Commons / Wikimedia Commons Marion Ross is best known for being on Happy Days, but she also acted in many films. Some of her more popular movies were Sabrina, Teacher's Pet, and Operation Petticoat. She continued to act later in life in shows like Gilmore Girls and That '70s Show. 15. Tippi Hedren Wikipedia / Wikipedia Tippi was a model and actress. She starred in films such as The Birds, Roar, and A Countess From Hong Kong. 16. Raquel Welsh Facebook Raquel was a popular actress and singer. She was in movies such as One Million Years B.C., Legally Blonde, Fantastic Voyage, and 100 Rifles. Which Hollywood bombshell is your favorite on this list? If you enjoyed this article, please SHARE with your friends and reminisce about watching the movies they were in!