57 Iconic Actresses and Hottest Women of the 90s

The 90s was a time when Hollywood film and entertainment had some of the hottest, sexiest women ever! From Jennifer Aniston to Sharon Stone, these women oozed confidence and sex appeal. They weren’t afraid to be bold and unapologetically sexy – they knew that being hot and sexy didn’t mean being slutty or objectified.

These iconic females from the 90s embraced their natural beauty and used it as a tool for empowerment. They understood that being sexy was about more than just physical appearance, but rather an attitude and air of self-assurance that said “I’m confident in who I am, flaws and all.”

It was this authentic sense of self that truly made them the embodiment of what it means to be a hot and sexy woman. The 90s were a great era for female superstars, and these women definitely stood out from the crowd.

Here we look at some of the most beautiful and memorable women from the 1990s:

Salma Hayek

Salma Hayek (born 09-02-1966) is an Academy Award nominated Mexican and American film actress, as well as a producer. She has appeared in hit films such as ‘Frida’, ‘Desperado’ and ‘Dogma’. Salma has also had her own movie production company, Ventanarosa since 2002.

Catherine Zeta-Jones

Catherine Zeta-Jones (born 09-25-1969) is an Oscar winning Welsh actress who achieved success when she starred opposite Anthony Hopkins in ‘The Mask of Zorro’. She has since gone on to star in films such as ‘Traffic’, ‘Chicago’ and ‘Rock of Ages’.

Jennifer Aniston

Jennifer Aniston (born 02-11-1969) is an Emmy Award winning American actress and producer best known for her role as Rachel Green on the long running television sitcom, ‘Friends’. Jennifer also has a successful film career, with movies like The Break Up, Marley & Me and Bruce Almighty under her belt.

Jennifer Love Hewitt

Jennifer Love Hewitt (born 02-21-1979) is an American actress, singer and producer who achieved fame when she starred on the television series ‘Party of Five’ as Sarah Reeves Merrin. She also starred in the film ‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’ and has appeared on the TV series ‘The Client List’.

Jennifer Connelly

Jennifer Connelly (born 12-12-1970) is an Academy Award winning American actress who achieved recognition for her role in ‘Requiem for a Dream’. She has since been seen in films such as ‘A Beautiful Mind’, ‘Hulk’ and ‘Noah’.

Elizabeth Hurley

Elizabeth Hurley (born 06-10-1965) is an English model, actress and businesswoman best known for her iconic safety pin dress that she wore to the premiere of ‘Four Weddings and a Funeral’. She has also been seen in films such as ‘Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery’ and ‘Bedazzled’, as well as hit television series, ‘Gossip Girl’.

Monica Bellucci

Monica Bellucci (born 09-30-1964) is an Italian actress who achieved international fame in 2002 when she starred in the Bond film ‘Quantum of Solace’. She is also known for her roles in movies like ‘The Passion of the Christ’, ‘Irreversible’ and ‘Spectre’.

Shania Twain

Shania Twain (born 08-28-1965) is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and actress best known for her country-pop crossover hits such as ‘Man! I Feel Like a Woman’ and ‘That Don’t Impress Me Much’. She has sold over 100 million records worldwide and is the biggest selling female artist in country music history.

Halle Berry

Halle Berry (born 08-14-1966) is an Academy Award winning American actress who gained recognition when she starred in ‘Monster’s Ball’ opposite Billy Bob Thornton. Other notable roles include ‘X-Men’, ‘Die Another Day’ and ‘Gothika’.

Faith Hill

Faith Hill (born 09-21-1967) is an American singer and record producer who achieved success with her multi-platinum albums ‘Faith’, ‘Breathe’ and ‘Cry’. She is one of the biggest country music stars in history, having sold more than 40 million records worldwide.

Penelope Cruz

Penélope Cruz (born 04-28-1974) is an Academy Award winning Spanish actress and model who achieved fame when she starred in ‘Vanilla Sky’ opposite Tom Cruise. She has since been seen in films such as ‘Volver’, ‘Nine’ and ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides’.

Sandra Bullock

Sandra Bullock (born 07-26-1964) is an Academy Award winning American actress who achieved fame when she starred in ‘Speed’ opposite Keanu Reeves. She has since gone on to star in films such as ‘Miss Congeniality’, ‘The Proposal’ and ‘Gravity’.

Denise Richards

Denise Richards (born 02-17-1971) is an American actress and former fashion model who achieved recognition for her roles in the films ‘Wild Things’, ‘Starship Troopers’ and ‘Drop Dead Gorgeous’. She also starred as Sami McGuire on the television sitcom, ‘Two and a Half Men’.

Cindy Crawford

Cindy Crawford (born 02-20-1966) is an American supermodel and businesswoman who achieved fame when she appeared on the cover of Vogue magazine in 1988. She has since gone on to become one of the most iconic supermodels in history, having starred in campaigns for some of the world’s most famous brands.

Christina Applegate

Christina Applegate (born 11-25-1971) is an American actress and producer best known for her role as Kelly Bundy on the television sitcom ‘Married… with Children’. She has also had success in film, appearing in movies such as ‘Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy’ and ‘Hall Pass’.

Michelle Pfeiffer

Michelle Pfeiffer (born 04-29-1958) is an Academy Award nominated American actress who achieved fame in the 1980s when she starred in films such as ‘Scarface’, ‘Dangerous Liaisons’ and ‘The Age of Innocence’. She has since gone on to star in hit films such as ‘Hairspray’, ‘Batman Returns’ and ‘What Lies Beneath’.

Marisa Tomei

Marisa Tomei (born 12-04-1964) is an Academy Award winning American actress who achieved recognition for her role in ‘My Cousin Vinny’. She has since been seen in films such as ‘In The Bedroom’, ‘The Wrestler’ and ‘Captain America: Civil War’.

Kathy Ireland

Kathy Ireland (born 03-20-1963) is an American model, actress and entrepreneur who achieved fame when she appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated in 1989. She has since gone on to become a successful businesswoman, having created her own fashion line.

Diane Lane

Diane Lane (born 01-22-1965) is an Academy Award nominated American actress who gained recognition when she starred in ‘Unfaithful’ opposite Richard Gere. Other notable roles include ‘The Outsiders’, ‘A Walk on the Moon’ and ‘Secretariat’.

Tiffani Thiessen

Tiffani Thiessen (born 01-23-1974) is an American actress who gained fame when she starred as Kelly Kapowski on the television sitcom ‘Saved by the Bell’. She has since had success in films such as ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’, ‘She’s All That’ and ‘White Collar’.

Shannon Elizabeth

Shannon Elizabeth (born 09-07-1973) is an American actress, animal activist and poker player who achieved recognition when she starred in the comedy film ‘American Pie’. Other notable roles include ‘Scary Movie’, ‘Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back’ and ‘Jack Frost’.

Alicia Silverstone

Alicia Silverstone (born 10-04-1976) is an American actress, author and animal rights activist who achieved fame when she starred in the 1995 comedy ‘Clueless’. She has since gone on to star in films such as ‘Batman & Robin’, ‘The Babysitter’s Club’ and ‘Beauty Shop’.

Rachel Weisz

Rachel Weisz (born 03-07-1970) is a British Academy Award winning actress who gained recognition for her role in the 1999 romantic drama ‘The Mummy’. She has since been seen in films such as ‘Constantine’, ‘Agora’ and ‘The Deep Blue Sea’.

Demi Moore

Demi Moore (born 11-11-1962) is an Academy Award nominated American actress who achieved fame when she starred in the 1985 coming-of-age film ‘St. Elmo’s Fire’. She has since been seen in hits such as ‘Ghost’, ‘A Few Good Men’ and ‘Indecent Proposal’.

Britney Spears

Britney Spears (born 12-02-1981) is an American singer, dancer and actress who rose to fame when her hit single ‘Baby One More Time’ was released in 1998. Since then, she has gone on to become one of the biggest pop stars in the world, releasing eight studio albums and selling over 100 million records worldwide.

Elle Macpherson

Elle Macpherson (born 03-29-1964) is an Australian model and businesswoman who achieved international recognition when she became the first woman to appear on the cover of Sports Illustrated in 1986. She has since gone on to become a successful entrepreneur, having launched her own lingerie line and beauty products.

Stacey Dash

Stacey Dash (born 01-20-1967) is an American actress who gained fame for her role as Dionne Davenport in the 1995 comedy ‘Clueless’. She has since starred in hits such as ‘Renaissance Man’, ‘View from the Top’ and ‘I Could Never Be Your Woman’.

Kim Basinger

Kim Basinger (born 12-08-1953) is an Academy Award winning American actress and former fashion model who achieved recognition for her role in the 1997 romantic drama ‘L.A. Confidential’. She has since been seen in hits such as ‘8 Mile’, ‘The Nice Guys’ and ‘Batman’.

Carmen Electra

Carmen Electra (born 04-20-1972) is an American actress, singer, dancer and television personality who rose to fame when she was featured as a dancer on the MTV show ‘Singled Out’. She has since gone on to star in films such as ‘Scary Movie’, ‘Meet The Spartans’ and ‘Disaster Movie’.

Jessica Simpson

Jessica Simpson (born 07-10-1980) is an American singer, actress and fashion designer who rose to fame when her debut single ‘I Wanna Love You Forever’ was released in 1999. Since then, she has gone on to become a successful businesswoman, having created her own fashion line.

Heidi Klum

Heidi Klum (born 06-01-1973) is a German model, television host and businesswoman who gained recognition when she became the first German model ever to be featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated in 1998. She has since launched multiple product lines such as lingerie, swimwear and fragrance.

Charlize Theron

Charlize Theron (born 08-07-1975) is an Academy Award winning South African and American actress who rose to fame when she starred in the 2003 romantic comedy ‘Monster’. She has since been seen in hits such as ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’, ‘Tully’ and ‘The Fate of the Furious’.

Alyssa Milano

Alyssa Milano (born 12-19-1972) is an American actress, producer, author and activist who gained recognition for her role on the hit television series ‘Who’s the Boss?’. She has since gone on to star in films such as ‘Embrace of the Vampire’, ‘Pathology’ and ‘Hall Pass’.

Stacy Keibler

Stacy Keibler (born 10-14-1979) is an American actress, model and professional wrestler who gained recognition when she was a contestant on the second season of ‘Dancing with the Stars’. She has since gone on to star in films such as ‘The Comebacks’, ‘Pledge This!’ and ‘Pepper Dennis’.

Elisabeth Shue

Elisabeth Shue (born 10-06-1963) is an Academy Award nominated American actress who achieved fame when she starred in the 1984 feature film ‘The Karate Kid’. She has since been seen in hits such as ‘Leaving Las Vegas’, ‘Cocktail’ and ‘Death Wish’.

Cameron Diaz

Cameron Diaz (born 08-30-1972) is an American actress who gained recognition when she starred in the 1994 hit comedy ‘The Mask’. She has since been seen in films such as ‘Charlie’s Angels’, ‘Shrek’ and ‘Annie’.

Yasmine Bleeth

Yasmine Bleeth (born 06-14-1968) is an American actress who gained fame for her role on the hit television series ‘Baywatch’. She has since gone on to star in films such as ‘Baseketball’, ‘Boynton Beach Club’ and ‘Pride & Prejudice: A Latter Day Comedy’.

Vanessa Marcil

Vanessa Marcil (born 10-15-1968) is an American actress who gained recognition for her role on the hit television series ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’. She has since been seen in films such as ‘The Rock’, ‘Storm Watch’ and ‘The Bannen Way’.

Heather Graham

Heather Graham (born 01-29-1970) is an American actress who achieved fame when she starred in the 1999 feature film ‘Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me’. She has since gone on to be seen in hits such as ‘Boogie Nights’, ‘The Hangover’ and ‘Anger Management’.

Sarah Michelle Gellar

Sarah Michelle Gellar (born 04-14-1977) is an American actress who rose to fame when she starred in the hit television series ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’. She has since gone on to star in films such as ‘Cruel Intentions’, ‘Scooby Doo’ and ‘The Grudge’.

Neve Campbell

Neve Campbell (born 10-03-1973) is a Canadian actress who gained recognition for her role on the hit television series ‘Party of Five’. She has since gone on to be seen in hits such as ‘Scream’, ‘Wild Things’ and ‘House of Cards’.

Heather Locklear

Heather Locklear (born 09-25-1961) is an American actress who achieved fame when she starred on the hit television series ‘Dynasty’. She has since gone on to star in films such as ‘Melrose Place’, ‘The Perfect Man’ and ‘Spin City’.

Catherine Bell

Catherine Bell (born 08-14-1968) is an English actress who gained recognition for her role on the hit television series ‘JAG’. She has since been seen in hits such as ‘Army Wives’, ‘Good Witch’ and ‘Death Becomes Her’.

Liv Tyler

Liv Tyler (born 07-01-1977) is an American actress and model who gained recognition when she starred in the 1998 feature film ‘Armageddon’. She has since gone on to star in films such as ‘The Lord of the Rings’, ‘Stealing Beauty’ and ‘That Thing You Do!’.

Courtney Cox

Courtney Cox (born 06-15-1964) is an American actress who achieved fame when she starred in the hit television series ‘Friends’. She has since been seen in hits such as ‘Scream’, ‘Cougar Town’ and ‘Ace Ventura: Pet Detective’.

Tia Carrere

Tia Carrere (born 01-02-1967) is an American actress, model and singer who gained recognition when she starred in the 1993 hit feature film ‘Wayne’s World’. She has since gone on to star in films such as ‘True Lies’, ‘Jury Duty’ and ‘Rising Sun’.

Angelina Jolie

Angelina Jolie (born 06-04-1975) is an Academy Award winning American actress who rose to fame when she starred in the 1999 feature film ‘Girl, Interrupted’. She has since been seen in hits such as ‘Lara Croft: Tomb Raider’, ‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith’ and ‘Salt’.

Ashley Judd

Ashley Judd (born 04-19-1968) is an American actress who achieved fame when she starred in the 1995 feature film ‘Heat’. She has since gone on to star in films such as ‘Kiss the Girls’, ‘High Crimes’ and ‘Double Jeopardy’.

Katie Holmes

Katie Holmes (born 12-18-1978) is an American actress who rose to stardom when she starred in the hit television series ‘Dawson’s Creek’. She has since been seen in hits such as ‘Batman Begins’, ‘The Gift’ and ‘First Daughter’.

Christie Brinkley

Christie Brinkley (born 02-02-1954) is an American model and actress who gained popularity when she starred in the 1983 hit feature film ‘National Lampoon’s Vacation’. She has since been seen in films such as ‘Perfect’, ‘Vegas Vacation’ and ‘Madhouse’.

Teri Hatcher

Teri Hatcher (born 12-08-1964) is an American actress who achieved fame when she starred on the hit television series ‘Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman’. She has since gone on to star in hits such as ‘Desperate Housewives’, ‘Coraline’ and ‘Jane by Design’.

Jenny McCarthy

Jenny McCarthy (born 11-01-1972) is an American actress who rose to fame when she starred in the hit television series ‘Singled Out’. She has since gone on to star in films such as ‘Scream 3’, ‘John Tucker Must Die’ and ‘Santa Baby’.

Reese Witherspoon

Reese Witherspoon (born 03-22-1976) is an Academy Award winning American actress who gained recognition when she starred in the 2001 feature film ‘Legally Blonde’. She has since been seen in hits such as ‘Walk the Line’, ‘Water for Elephants’ and ‘Wild’.

Anna Kournikova

Anna Kournikova (born 06-07-1981) is a Russian tennis player and model who achieved fame when she appeared in the 2001 feature film ‘Me, Myself & Irene’. She has since been seen in films such as ‘Modern Vampires’, ‘Pirates of Silicon Valley’ and ’30 Days Until I’m Famous’.

Pamela Anderson

Pamela Anderson (born 07-01-1967) is a Canadian actress who rose to prominence when she starred in the hit television series ‘Baywatch’. She has since gone on to star in films such as ‘Barb Wire’, ‘Scary Movie 3’ and ‘Blonde and Blonder’.

Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez (born 07-24-1969) is an American singer and actress who gained fame when she starred in the 1997 feature film ‘Selena’. She has since been seen in hits such as ‘The Wedding Planner’, ‘Maid In Manhattan’ and ‘Hustlers’.

Claudia Schiffer

Claudia Schiffer (born 08-25-1970) is a German model and actress who achieved stardom when she starred in the 1994 feature film ‘Richie Rich’. She has since gone on to star in films such as ‘Love Actually’, ‘Black and White’ and ‘In Pursuit’.

Women Icons from the 90s You’ll Never Forget

With their beauty, talent and charisma these women of the 90s have left an unforgettable mark on pop culture. From Heather Graham to Claudia Schiffer, this list features some of the most popular actresses, models and singers that made the decade memorable. Their accomplishments are a testament to their enduring legacy. Whether it’s in film, television or music, they all epitomize what it means to be a true star.

The 90s were truly a golden era for female performers; from classics like Sarah Michelle Gellar in Buffy The Vampire Slayer to Ashley Judd in Kiss The Girls – these ladies showed us how powerful and influential women can be. They continue to inspire young women today and serve as a reminder that with dedication and hard work, anything is possible.