We enjoy matching today’s lookalike stars, but things can go even wilder if we take a look at modern A-listers who bear a striking resemblance to icons of the past. From classic Hollywood legends to contemporary stars, here are some astonishing side-by-side comparisons of our favorite celebrities and their historical counterparts.
1. Clark Gable and George Clooney
2. Sophia Loren and Sofia Vergara
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3. Judy Garland and Katherine Heigl
4. Zora Neale Hurston and Queen Latifah
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5. John Locke and Adrian Brody
6. Eartha Kitt and Zendaya
7. Gladys Knight and Kelly Rowland
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8. Cybill Shepherd and Reese Witherspoon
9. Fred Astaire and Vincent Cassel
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10. Joan Crawford and Kate Winslet
11. Albert Einstein and Shia LaBeouf
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12. Rose Wilder Lane and Maggie Gyllenhaal
13. Ginger Rogers and Christina Aguilera
14. Sir David Wilkie and Rupert Grint
15. Raquel Welch and Eva Mendes
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It’s always thrilling to compare stars, not just with other celebrities but even more fascinating to see how their children grow up to be their little copies. The resemblance often highlights the enduring charm and unique features that run in the family, making parent — kid comparisons all the more captivating.