15 Actors You Didn’t Know Are Already in Their 40s

Time flies in Hollywood, and sometimes it feels like certain actors never age until you realize they’ve quietly crossed into their forties. From teen heartthrobs to breakout stars of the last decade, many faces we still think of as “young” have actually been navigating adulthood for years. This list celebrates actors who might still look like they just stepped off a red carpet, but in reality, have been racking up birthdays and film credits. Prepare to be surprised, maybe a little nostalgic, and definitely ready to check the calendar. These stars are officially in their 40s.

Chris Hemsworth

The God of Thunder may still look like he just stepped out of Thor, but Chris has been quietly cruising through his forties while dominating superhero screens and action roles.

Scarlett Johansson

Still seen as the Black Widow of pop culture, Scarlett has grown into one of the most versatile actresses of her generation—proof that time hasn’t dulled her star power.

Ryan Gosling

From The Notebook heartthrob to dramatic powerhouse in Drive and La La Land, Ryan has been aging like fine wine while keeping us obsessed with his performances.

Anne Hathaway

Once a princess of Disney-fame, Anne has matured into a compelling dramatic force with roles ranging from Les Misérables to Modern Love.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt

From child actor to indie darling, Joseph continues to surprise with his versatility and charm—though it’s wild to think he’s now in his forties.

Ryan Reynolds

Deadpool energy aside, Ryan has been a Hollywood staple for years and realizing he’s in his forties makes his youthfully sarcastic charm even more impressive.

Mila Kunis

From That ‘70s Show to adult blockbuster success, Mila proves that teen stardom doesn’t prevent a seamless transition into your forties.

Channing Tatum

From Step Up to action franchises, Channing has kept his charm and physique in peak condition, quietly passing the 40-year milestone.

Anne-Marie Duff

Known for both stage and screen, she’s the type of actor whose age sneaks up on you because her talent keeps her timeless.

Natalie Portman

Academy Award-winning and still versatile, Natalie proves that brilliance in acting keeps her looking as fresh and relevant as ever.

Jake Gyllenhaal

From Donnie Darko to Spider-Man: Far From Home, Jake has been steadily building a career that belies his actual age.

Emily Blunt

Whether she’s slaying in A Quiet Place or charming in romantic comedies, Emily’s age is barely noticeable against her screen presence.

Zoe Saldana

From Avatar to Guardians of the Galaxy, Zoe has consistently shown how action-packed roles and sci-fi franchises can keep an actor perpetually youthful in the public eye.