Aging is not an option for anyone. It is how gracefully we or the process handles us that matters. Several Hollywood icons of the ’90s made their career debut with incredible physical outlooks. But with time, as expected, the younger generation has taken over an appreciable part of whatever charm and glamour these guys had. While this is true, there are still several white male actors who have lived over 5 decades, yet maintained or even improved the way they look.
These White Male Actors Still Look Great Despite Being 50 Years And Above
1. Keanu Reeves
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- Date of birth – September 2, 1964
- Age – 60 years old
- Nationality – Canadian
- Debut movie/TV series – Hangin’ In (1984)
If you don’t remember Keanu Reeves as the legendary hitman in the John Wick series, who is reluctantly drawn back to the criminal world after giving up that life, you will recognize him for starring in the critically acclaimed The Matrix franchise, consisting of four feature films, beginning with The Matrix (1999). The talented actor who has lived for over 5 decades is often described as charming hardworking and excruciatingly shy.
2. Jon Hamm
- Date of birth – March 10, 1971
- Age – 53 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut movie/TV series – Space Cowboys (2000)
Popularly known for portraying Don Draper in the period drama series Mad Men (2007–2015), Jon Hamm made his onscreen debut at an early age. The actor who initially took acting for the fun of it turned out to be a screen favorite for millions of Hollywood fans. Both the actor’s prowess and charm have kept him on the list of several movie producers. Little wonder, he was named one of Salon.com‘s Sexiest Man Living in 2007 and one of People magazine’s Sexiest Men Alive in 2008.
3. Ewan McGregor
- Date of birth – March 31, 1971
- Age – 53 years old
- Nationality – Scottish
- Debut year – 1992
With a Golden Globe Award and Primetime Emmy Award on his shelf, Ewan McGregor is a Scottish actor to reckon with. Throughout his academic years, he studied courses related to the screens and theatre and this greatly contributed to his professional debut in 1992. Ewan achieved a career breakthrough by starring as Mark Renton in Trainspotting (1996) and as Kenobi in the Star Wars prequel trilogy (1999–2005).
4. Hugh Jackman
- Date of birth – October 12, 1968
- Age – 56 years old
- Nationality – Australian
- Debut year – 1994
The name Hugh Jackman may not ring a bell, as much a bell as ‘Wolverine’ would. Well, that is a quick way of telling you that Hugh Jackman portrayed the character of Wolverine in the X-Men film series. While Hugh unarguably did an excellent job portraying this character, it also opened the way for him to be featured in several other movies.
At 56, the actor still looks great and strong even after undergoing multiple procedures to remove skin cancer.
5. Wentworth Miller
- Date of birth – June 2, 1972
- Age – 52 years old
- Nationality – American-British
- Debut movie/TV series – Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1998)
Miller is one of such entertainers who had it rough along his life and career path. Despite the hitches he encountered, he was able to clinch a lead role in the Fox series, Prison Break where he portrayed the role of Michael Scofield. At 52, the actor is still a screen favorite of many Hollywood fans.
6. Robert Downey Jr.
- Date of birth – Robert John Downey Jr.
- Age – 59 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut year – 1970
Born on April 4, 1965, in Manhattan, New York City, Robert John Downey Jr. started building his entertainment career in several theatre roles. But from drug addiction to possession of illegal firearms, the actor has had many faceoffs with the authorities that threatened his growth in the showbiz. These setbacks though, have not been able to overshadow his stars as his films as a leading actor have grossed over $14 billion worldwide, making him one of the highest-grossing actors of all time.
7. Gerard Butler
- Date of birth – 13 November, 1969
- Age – 55 years old
- Nationality – Scottish
- Debut year – 1992
Gerard Butler was originally trained for the courtroom, but he gave up that ambition at the age of 25 when he was fired one week before he was qualified to be a lawyer. He was sent packing because he continued to stay out late and missed work frequently.
Pushed by his drive for fame, Butler found his way to the big screens with the help of an old friend and he is today known for severally critically acclaimed movies and TV series like 300 (2006), London Has Fallen (2016) and God’s of Plane (2023).
8. Matt LeBlanc
- Date of birth – July 25, 1967
- Age – 57 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut movie/TV series – Heinz Tomato Ketchup
Matt LeBlanc was said to be down to his last eleven dollars before he got elevated to stardom with the role of Joey Tribbiani in the NBC sitcom Friends and its spin-off series, Joey. The award-winning actor who was previously rejected in showbiz because of his height resisted everything that could come between him and his career goals. About 2 decades since he made his debut, he is still on top of his game in the entertainment space.
9. Brad Pitt
- Date of birth – December 18, 1963
- Age – 60 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut movie/TV series – No Way Out (1987)
Pitt is one of those actors that many people love and he has been described as a sex symbol by several sources including Empire and People. He has been active on the screens for 37 now, meaning most of us grew up watching him. The multiple award-winning actor rose to prominence in the early 90s and is now known for several critically acclaimed films like Ocean’s Eleven (2001), Troy (2001), and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019).
10. Adrien Brody
- Date of birth – April 14, 1973
- Age – 51 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut Year – 1989
Brody, the King Kong actor is one of the the many good-looking actors that has kept Holly wood lovers glued to their screens. Though he is credited for several works, he is likely most recalled for his portrayal of Władysław Szpilman in The Pianist (2002). Brody made his professional debut in the 80s, yet he still looks great.
11. Jeffrey Dean Morgan
- Date of birth – April 22, 1966
- Age – 58 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut movie/TV series – Uncaged (1991)
Best known for playing the character Negan in the AMC horror drama series The Walking Dead (2016–2022), Morgan has featured in several movies and TV series. Although his earliest interest was in basketball, an injury ended his chances of playing basketball professionally. He quickly switched his interest to acting and it turned out he was made for it. Judging by his outlook and performances on screen, it’s not a surprise how far the actor has come in his professional career.
12. Mads Mikkelsen
- Date of birth – November 22, 1965
- Age – 59 years old
- Nationality – Danish
- Debut movie/TV series – Pusher (1996)
The Danish actor is known for many acting roles. Notably, Mikkelsen is known for his portrayal of Le Chiffre in Casino Royale (2006). In addition to his talents, the actor’s impressive height, unique voice, and dress sense have made him stand out. He has been married to Hanne Jacobsen since 2000 and the couple shares 2 kids.
13. Daniel Craig
- Date of birth – 2 March, 1968
- Age – 56 years old
- Nationality – English
- Debut movie/TV series – The Power of One (1992)
Blue eyes, blond-haired and 5’10 in tall is a little description of the physical outlook of the English actor who made the spotlight after portraying the fictional character of James Bond for five installments in the film series, Casino Royale (2006) up to No Time to Die (2021).
The father of 2 has been married twice; first to Fiona Loudon between 1992 and 1994 and to British actress, Rachel Weisz in 2011.
14. Paul Rudd
- Date of birth – April 6, 1969
- Age – 55 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut movie/TV series – Super Nintendo (1991)
Whether he is playing an FBI Agent in Gen-Y Cops or thrilling his audience on night comedy shows or working as a producer, Rudd is never caught disappointing. The American actor and comedian has gained a lot of attraction both for his film roles and charming looks. No wonder, People magazine named him the Sexiest Man Alive in 2021. He is married to Julie Yaeger and the pair share two kids.
15. Mathew McConaughey
- Date of birth – November 4, 1969
- Age – 55 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut year – 1991
McConaughey had his breakout role in the coming-of-age comedy, Dazed and Confused (1993). Since then, his career continued to progress with lead roles in films like A Time to Kill (1996), and Wedding Planer (2001). In the build-up of his career that spans over 3 decades, the actor has been able to attract the admiration of millions of film lovers.
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16. Jason Bateman
- Date of birth – January 14, 1969
- Age – 55 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut year – 1981
Bateman has starred in numerous comedy movies and most of his works can easily pass for being above average. He is praised for portraying Michael Bluth in the Fox / Netflix sitcom Arrested Development. The multiple award-winning actor started his career as a child actor and he earned the status of a teen idol in the mid-1980s for his television work, The Hogan Famil. At 55, the actor is still looking great and clinching lead roles in critically acclaimed movies.
17. Brendan Fraser
- Date of birth – December 3, 1968
- Age – 55 years old
- Nationality – Canadian-American
- Debut movie/TV series – Dogfight (1991)
You are likely going to recall Fraser from his first major box office success, George of the Jungle (1997). The Canadian-American actor made his debut in 1991 and has also starred in several movies, making him an A-list actor. He has clinched several awards including the Academy Award for Best Actor, becoming the first Canadian to win this category.
18. Matt Dammon
- Date of birth – October 8, 1970
- Age – 54 years old
- Nationality – America
- Debut year – 1987
Damon’s works as an entertainer have not only put him in the brighter part of the spotlight but have also led him to earn a whooping sum of $55 million in net worth.
He made his debut in 1988 but gained prominence in 1997 after starring in GoodWill Hunting. The American actor cum producer has received various awards and nominations, including an Academy Award and two Golden Globe Awards. This is in addition to nominations for three British Academy Film Awards and seven Primetime Emmy Awards.
19. Tom Cruise
- Date of birth – July 3, 1962
- Age – 62 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut movie/TV series – Endless Love (1981)
With the blessing of his parents, Cruise moved to New York to pursue an acting career at the age of 18. This turned out to be the best decision of his life. When he clinched a leading role in Risky Business (1983), many would have thought they had seen his best. But in later years, he continued to prove that he was made for the screens. No doubt, his portrayal of Ethan Hunt in the Mission: Impossible film series since 1996 is a testament that he does not settle for impossibilities.
All that the actor has achieved comes with hard work and determination. But his charming looks are something that comes easy for him. He was named People’s Sexiest Man Alive in 1990.
20. Sacha Baron Cohen
- Date of birth – October 13, 1971
- Age – 53 years old
- Nationality – English
- Debut year – 1995
Cohen is popularly known for his portrayal of the fictional satirical characters Ali G, Borat Sagdiyev, Brüno Gehard, and Admiral General Haffaz Aladeen. He has received several awards for his work as an actor, comedian writer, and producer. He has also produced and starred in several critically acclaimed movies including Brüno (2009), The Dictator (2012), and Madagascar film series (2005–2012).
21. David Tennant
- Date of birth – April 18, 1971
- Age – 53 years old
- Nationality – Scottish
- Debut year – 1987
Best known for portraying the tenth incarnation of the Doctor in the sci-fi series Doctor Who (2005–2010; 2013), Tennant is a Scottish actor who also has a wealth of experience on stage.
He indicated his interest in becoming an actor at the tender age of 3. Although his parents encouraged him to aim for a ‘more convenient career’, he resolved within himself that it was either acting or nothing. Today, Tennant is known for several TV and movie roles. Not only that, he was named the Coolest Man on TV in 2007. He was also voted Greenest Star on the Planet in an online vote held by Playhouse Disney.
22. Russell Crowe
- Date of birth – April 7, 1964
- Age – 60 years old
- Nationality – Scottish
- Debut year – 1985
Crowe has excelled as a singer, sportsman, and actor but he is mostly recognized for the latter. He gained international recognition with movies like Romper Stomper (1992), L. A Confidential (1997) and The Insider (1999). The actor has won several awards since his debut and is considered to be one of the greateest actors of the 21st century.
23. Jeremy Renner
- Date of birth – January 7, 1971
- Age – 53 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut movie/TV series – National Lampoon’s Senior Trip (1995)
Runner studied computer science and criminology in school and would have ended up as a professional in any of the fields. However, he took a drama course as an elective and never looked back ever since. He is currently known for movies like Dahmer (2002) and Neo Ned (2005). But that’s not all. He is also a singer and multi-instrumentalist, producing the soundtracks of several movies he has starred in.
24. Jack Black
- Date of birth – August 28, 1969
- Age – 55 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut movie/TV series – Pitfall (1982)
Whether he is performing as an actor, singer, or comedian, Black is always on top of his game. He is best known for his roles in family and comedy movies including High Fidelity (2000), Shallow Hal (2001), and School of Rock (2003). The actor made his debut at the age of 13 and his works have made him pocket at least $50 million in net worth.
25. Johnny Depp
- Date of birth – June 9, 1963
- Age – 61 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut year – 1984
Johnny Depp is synonymous with Captain Jack Sparrow, a fictional character and main protagonist of the Pirates of the Caribbean film series and franchise. The actor started as a singer before switching to film. His works have grossed over $8 billion since his debut. This has made him one of Hollywood’s most bankable stars.
26. Adam Sandler
- Date of birth – September 9, 1966
- Age – 58 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut movie/TV series – The Cosby Show (1987)
Since making his career debut in 1987, Sandler has mostly featured in comic films and series. Little wonder, he was awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2023. Though he is often characterized by oversized T-shirts and pants, Sandler’s fashion sense is still considered to be appealing by some. In 2021, Vogue named him the year’s fashion icon for popularizing a ‘grocery-run look.’
27. Dave Bautista
- Date of birth – January 18, 1969
- Age – 55 years old
- Nationality – American
- TV/film Debut year – 2006
Bautista started his career as a bodybuilder in 1988. He later moved to wrestling in 1999 and acting in 2006. He is known for portraying Drax the Destroyer in Guardians of the Galaxy (2014), Spectre (2015), and Army of the Dead (2021). Beacause of his physical appearance, he has been featured on the covers of bodybuilding magazines like Flex and Muscle & Fitness.
28. Ben Stiller
- Date of birth – November 30, 1965
- Age – 58 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut year – 1975
With an Emmy Award to his award list, Stiller has become a force to reckon with in Hollywood. The father of 2 comes from a family of entertainers and this served as an inspiration for him to toe the same career path. He made his single acting debut at the age of 9 and is now credited for several films and TV shows including The Ben Stiller Show.
29. Nicolas Cage
- Date of birth – January 7, 1964
- Age – 60 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut year – 1981
Many of us grew up watching Nicolas Cage in several action-packed movies like The Rock (1996), Con Air (1997), and Face/Off (1997). The list of his works is hardly exhaustive as he has not taken a break since he made his debut in 1981. He has received several awards including the Oscars, Screen Actors Guild Award, and a Golden Globe Award.
30. Mark Wahlberg
- Date of birth – June 5, 1971
- Age – 53 years old
- Nationality – American
- Debut year – 1989
Wahlberg first came to the spotlight as a musician and younger brother to Donald Edmond Wahlberg Jr., a renowned American musician. He later made his acting debut in the TV film, The Substitute (1993). The American actor has been praised for several movies including Boogie Nights (1997), Three Kings (1999), and The Perfect Storm 2000.
