Hollywood has got some fine men. And although it’s gotten even hotter with the recent addition of men like Jonathan Bailey , Darren Barnet, and Regé-Jean Page, our former ’90s and ’00s hearts will always pine for a certain few.
This includes everyone from Chris Evans to Ashton Kutcher to Usher — all men who we’ve practically watched grow ~~glow~~ up.
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James Marsden
Even at 48, the actor is still Disney-Prince kind of hot. He’s got that great head of hair, good looks, and an irresistible charm. And that’s even before he takes his shirt off. His career is equally impressive, with roles in Enchanted , The Notebook , and more.
Prince William
It seemed like everyone and their sister had a picture of the prince on their wall growing up. How could you not?! He was always the handsome prince. Now, in his 40s with a wife and three kids, he’s the perfect embodiment of a future king.
Jaleel White
If you were into the quirky Steve Urkel from Family Matters, you have to see what he looks like now all grown up at 45. He has definitely had a glow-up! He gave that smile and gentle eyes to his sweet daughter.
Josh Hartnett
This hot All-American actor is best known for his roles in Pearl Harbor and Forty Days and Forty Nights. Although he retreated from Hollywood for quite a bit, he hasn’t lost his place as one of the hottest men in Hollywood.
Joshua Jackson
It’s crazy to think that Jackson has been a part of Hollywood since he was 14. Back then, he had his breakout role in The Mighty Ducks . Now that he’s married and rocking a beard at 45, he looks like quite the distinguished gentleman.
Chris Pine
Chris Pine has sure come a long way. The blue-eyed cutie got his start in Hollywood doing a lot of rom-coms, like The Princess Diaries . Now, in his early 40s, Hollywood has made him the leading man he was always destined to be.
Ashton Kutcher
With the reboot of That ’70s Show coming in the form of That ’90s Show , it’s given us a reminder of just how much time has gone by. Ashton has stamped a permanent mark on our hearts since then!
Usher
Oh, Usher. Where would ’00s music be without him?? Better yet, where would today’s music be without him, as he’s the one who discovered Justin Bieber. The 43-year-old was always famous for showing off his abs, so we’re so glad that hasn’t changed.
Ryan Phillippe
This blonde-haired babe stole hearts in the late ’90s with movies like Cruel Intentions . But the only intentions we have for him are sexy ones. He’s all grown up now, evident by the fact that his oldest son just graduated high school!
John Krasinski
The 42-year-old has been aging like a fine wine! He first rose to fame as the hilarious Jim on The Office . Although he was crush-worthy back then, he has stepped up his game by getting buff for Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan and for marrying sweetheart Emily Blunt.
Jason Momoa
Although his breakout role was in Game of Thrones , the 42-year-old has actually been acting since he was a teen! The real ones know those roles! Now, he’s firmly planted himself as a massive hunk in Hollywood and as a star of blockbuster films.
Adam Brody
Whether you find him adorable or hot, it’s been a pleasure to watch the 42-year-old grow up. He starred in many hit shows, such as Gilmore Girls and The O.C. He even made our ’00s heart scream when he married Gossip Girl’s , Leighton Meester.
Shane West
Although he hasn’t been in much since the ’00s, the A Walk to Remember star will always be a man to remember . He was perfect at playing bad boy characters that you just wanted to tame. He’s 44 now.
Freddie Prinze Jr.
Freddie! The actor just about dominated the ’90s and ’00s. He was in so many popular films, such as I Know What You Did Last Summer and She’s All That . Now, he’s a 45 and a dutiful husband and father!
Jesse Bradford
Remember him?! He was the adorable rocker/love interest to Kristen Dunst in Bring It On . Although he’s a lot more shaggy these days (look at that hair!), he still has that adorable slanted smile and Magnum P.I. fans know him as Neil Conlan .
Kumail Nanjiani
When it comes to glow-ups, Kumail’s is one of the best around! He first got his start in Hollywood in 2008 doing small gigs here and there. His popularity has exploded in recent years thanks to The Big Sick , which he wrote, and his massive bulk-up for Marvel.
Jake Gyllenhaal
This talented actor is 41! Jamie Lee Curtis, his godmother, must be so proud! He first burst into the scene with movies like October Sky and Donny Darko . Now, he’s all grown up and looking fine, especially with that beard.
Chad Michael Murray
With his muscular physique and that handsome mug, the Riverdale actor has maintained his spot as many people’s celeb crushes. We first fell for him in movies and TV shows, such as A Cinderella Story , Gilmore Girls , and One Tree Hill .
Chris Evans
Daddy, Steve Rogers, Captain America — whatever you want to call him, Chris Evans has always been considered one of the hottest men of all time. He went from acting in films like Not Another Teen Movie to being Captain Freaking America. We love this 41-year-old!
