Dame Joan Collins remains the definition of timeless glamour. Born May 23, 1933, in London, the actress, author, and columnist has spent decades captivating audiences on screen and in print. After training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art as a teenager, she quickly broke into Hollywood during the 1950s, appearing in numerous films and TV projects such as The Road to Hong Kong (1962), These Old Broads (2001), and American Horror Story: Apocalypse (2018).
Her most legendary role remains Alexis Colby on Dynasty (1981–1989), a performance that cemented her as a television icon and influenced generations of actresses. Throughout her long career, Collins has received countless awards, and in 2015, she was honored with the title of Dame by Queen Elizabeth II for her contributions to the arts and the community.
In recent years, Collins has taken control of her own story, sharing journal entries in her book My Unapologetic Diaries and overseeing a BBC documentary about her life. Even now, she continues to make waves, inspiring women of all ages with her confidence, resilience, and unshakeable poise.
Her elegance remains a subject of admiration. In early 2022, Collins wowed fans after posting a photo of herself in a chic black dress with a thigh-high slit, feathered shawl, and diamonds. Followers praised her trademark glamour, calling her “stunning,” “ageless,” and “the only one who can pull off such shine.”
Collins has also spoken openly about navigating the darker side of the entertainment industry, including her experiences with predatory men early in her career. She credits humor and resilience for helping her overcome those challenges and continue pursuing her dreams.
On Christmas Day 2022, she once again broke the internet by sharing photos of herself enjoying a sunny Beverly Hills swim in a leopard-print one-piece, oversized sunglasses, red lipstick, and gold jewelry. Fans marveled at her youthful radiance, with one writing, “You look better at 89 than I do at 57!”
A recent selfie with fellow ’80s icon Jaclyn Smith drove the point home: some stars truly seem not to age—and Joan Collins is at the top of that list.
