Good Genes or Good Docs

James Van Der Beek's looks are so good it's hard to trust him!

Here's the 21-year old heartthrob rising to fame as the lead, Dawson Leery, in the 1998 hit drama series "Dawson's Creek" -- starring alongside Katie Holmes and Michelle Williams -- at the NATPE Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1998 (left).

And, 22 years later ... the now 43-year old father of five and "Don't Trust The B---- In Apartment 23" star -- who is celebrating his birthday today -- keeping warm as he takes a walk through the snow in Park City, Utah last month (right).

He doesn't want to wait for his life to be over!

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Rebel Wilson's good looks are pitcher perfect!

Here is a 21-year-old version of the "Pitch Perfect" star rockin' her curly hair at a scholarship event in Sydney, Australia back in 2002 (left).

And, 18 years later ... the now 39-year-old -- will be celebrating her 40th birthday this coming week -- was recently spotted all dressed up and out on the town in Los Angeles earlier this week (right).

Wilson has spent the last year releasing several new projects, she was featured in the film "Cats" as well as the Oscar-nominated film, "Jojo Rabbit." She also starred in a new Australian television drama, "Les Norton".

She's got it goin' on!

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Niecy Nash's good looks are arresting!

Here is a 33-year-old version of the multitalented "Reno 911!" star showing off her flawless mug at the premiere of, "Sinbad: Legend Of The Seven Seas," in Los Angeles back in 2003 (left).

And, 17 years later ... the "Claws" cast member -- who is spending the weekend celebrating her 50th birthday -- was last spotted rockin' full glam at the Annual Essence Black Women In Hollywood Awards in Beverly Hills just a few weeks ago (right)!

Nash is currently working on Hulu's new series, "Mrs. America", which is set to release in April.

Niec and easy!

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Jessica Alba's good looks are hard not to love!

Here is a 16-year-old version of the "Valentine's Day" star rockin' this pixie cut at a movie premiere in Los Angeles, CA back in 1998 (left).

And 22 years later ... The now 38-year-old actress was last spotted looking better than ever at the Vanity Fair party in Beverly Hills, CA just last week (right).

Alba's actively working on new products for her brand, The Honest Company, and has also been busy working on a new show, "L.A.'s Finest", where she stars alongside Gabrielle Union.

L.A.'s finest indeed!

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Joaquin Phoenix's good looks deserve an award of their own!

Here is a 22-year-old version of the Oscar-nominated actor showing off his slicked-back look at the Premiere of "U-Turn" in Los Angeles, CA back in 1997 (left).

And, 23 years later ... The now 45-year-old can't stop racking up the awards this season! Phoenix has been awarded best actor for his role in "Joker" several times in the past few weeks, at the Golden Globes, Critics' Choice, BAFTA, as well as the SAG awards. He was last spotted glowing with glory at a British Academy Film Awards party in London, England earlier this week (right).

He's no joke!

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Steve Young sure did score with these good looks!

Here is a 33-year-old version of the former San Francisco 49ers quarterback and 3x Super Bowl Champion who played 15 seasons in the NFL total ... 13 of which were spent with the 49ers. Young was named the NFL's Most Valuable Player twice in his career, one of which was in 1995 after Super Bowl XXIX (left).

And, 25 years later ... the now 58-year-old athlete who now spends his time as an analyst ... was recently showing off his on-camera looks while covering the AFC wild-card playoff game (right).

He just keeps getting Young-er!

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Keith Urban's good looks are just as nice as his voice!

Here is a 33-year-old version of the Grammy award-winning singer just before a concert at the Shrine in Los Angeles, California back in 2001 (left).

And 19 years later ... The now 52-year-old was most recently spotted showing off his luscious locks at the Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California last month (right).

Urban -- who will be presenting at the 62nd Grammy Awards tonight -- has had 19 Grammy nominations and has won 4 times for best male country vocal performance.

Just keeps getting better!

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Martin Lawrence's good looks are here for life!

Here is a 27-year-old version of the 'Bad Boys' star looking his best at the NAACP Image Awards in Pasadena, California back in 1993 (left).

And 27, years later ... The now 54-year-old has been dressing to impress along with his costar. Will Smith, since the two of them have been promoting the "Bad Boys For Life" film together over the last few weeks. This will be the third and final installment of the 'Bad Boys' trilogy. Lawrence was seen rockin' these sweet specs at the premiere of the movie in Hollywood, California earlier this week.

Still got it!

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Patricia Arquette's good looks are just as amazing as her onscreen performances!

Here is a 24-year-old version of the talented actress, dazzled in diamonds, at the ACE Awards at the Pantages Theater in Hollywood back in 1993. That same night she won the actress in a movie or miniseries award for the film "Wildflower" (left).

And 27 years later ... The now 51-year-old is still making waves in the industry, just this past week Arquette won the Golden Globe for best supporting actress for Hulu's "The Act." This weekend the leading lady is nominated once again for her role in "The Act," this time at the Critics Choice Awards (right).

What a winner!

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Ricky Gervais' good looks deserve to be on the big stage!

Here is a 41-year-old version of the multi-talented actor that knows a thing or two about award shows ... Gervais was spotted beaming after receiving the Best Comedy Performance and Best Sitcom title for "The Office" at the Bafta TV Awards back in 2002 (left).

And, 17 years later ... The now 58-year-old boss who is hosting the 77th Golden Globes for the fifth time in his GG hosting career was recently photographed sporting a slick back look prior to the big show (right).

A real winner!

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Eliza Dushku is slaying these good looks!

Here is the 17-year-old version of the "Bring It On" actress, who starred alongside Kirsten Dunst and Gabrielle Union, at the "I Still Know What You Did Last Summer" movie premiere back in 1998.

And, 21 years later ... the producer and model -- who is celebrating her 39th birthday tomorrow -- known for her action-packed roles in television shows such as "Dollhouse" and "Tru Calling" looking better than ever attending a special screening of 'Mapplethorpe' in New York City earlier this year.

Brr... It's cold in here.

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In a galaxy far, far away ... Oscar Isaac is looking good!!!

Here's the 27-year-old actor from the movie "Ex Machina" with his long locks at the Toronto International Film Festival in Canada back in 2006.

And, 13 years later ... the now 40-year-old star made his 'Star Wars' trilogy debut as fast-flying Poe Dameron in "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" -- whose final episode of the series premieres this holiday weekend -- flaunts his newfound franchise fame at the European premiere for "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" in London, England earlier this week.

May the force be with you!

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Don Johnson's good looks just keep getting better!

Here is a 37-year-old version of the "Miami Vice" actor showing off his slicked back look at the Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hill back in 1986 (left). The actor took home the award for best performance by an actor in a television series, in the drama category, that evening.

And, 33 years later ... The "Knives Out" star is spending this weekend celebrating his 70th birthday. He was last spotted showing off his contagious smile, right before his appearance on Bravo's "Watch What Happens Live" (right).

His beauty is something to "Watchmen!"

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Jesse Metcalfe's good looks sure are shining bright!

Here is a 21-year-old version of the "John Tucker Must Die" star showing off his smooth looks at the Teen Choice Awards back in 2000 (left).

And, 19 years later ... the stubbly star was just spotted in Los Angeles at an event for the Hallmark Channel's "Countdown To Christmas" (right).

Metcalfe recently starred in one of the network's Christmas movies, "Christmas Under the Stars" ... and it seems like it's this fella's season to celebrate more than just the holidays, because Metcalfe is spending the weekend celebrating his 40th birthday!

Everything is merry with looks like these!

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Bette Midler is everything I wish I could be!

Here is the 34-year-old multitalented actress from the hit movie "The First Wives Club" showing off her permed hair at the 37th Annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills back in 1980 (left).

And, 39 years later ... the powerhouse singer of "Wind Beneath My Wings" and "Hocus Pocus" hottie -- who is celebrating her 74th birthday Sunday -- looking better than ever attending the Wall Street Journal Magazine 2019 Innovator Awards in New York City earlier last month (right).

She looks so good, you'd think she put a spell on you!

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If you had any doubts about Idina Menzel's good looks, let them go!

Here is the 32-year-old version of the wickedly talented Broadway superstar -- known for her breakout role as Maureen in "Rent" and the Tony Award-winning lead, Elphaba, in "Wicked" -- at the 12th annual Broadway on Broadway Concert at Times Square in New York back in 2003 (left).

And, 16 years later ... the now 48-year-old magical voice behind Disney's "Frozen" snow queen, Elsa, defying gravity and time at the European premiere for her sequel "Frozen 2" in London last week (right).

Aging never bothered her anyway.

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