20+ Popstars From the '80s, Unbelievable Then and Now

Remember those pop icons from the '80s? Well, time sure does fly — and sometimes it trips over itself! Get ready to see how your favorite stars have weathered the years. Some have aged like fine wine, while others... let’s just say they’ve taken a more 'vintage' approach. We’ve got the photos to prove it, so buckle up for a nostalgic trip through the 'then and now' of your beloved '80s stars — and maybe catch up on what they've been up to in the process!

Samantha Fox is known as more than just a singer from the ‘80s; she was also a popular model. Samantha sold over 30 million copies of her hit song, “Touch Me,” in 1986. But she also worked as a model from 1983 to 1986. From the moment she stepped into her new role as a singer, this enigmatic artist captured the imagination of millions. She turned into an authentic pop star in only a few short months.

This English pop singer is still touring and appearing on stage with her band after so many years. She released a new album in 2023, produced by Ian Masterson. Fox has also collaborated with Eurovision star Dana International on a track called "It’s Your Life." There is still more to come from this very busy singer. Through the years, she changed from a pop star to an actress and TV personality to appear in numerous movies and reality shows. Samantha Fox remains a noticeable personality in the entertainment industry.

Most people know the very popular Janet Jackson, even those who came many years later than the ‘80s. She was a well-loved singer, actress, songwriter, and dancer from the late ‘70s in the Jackson series. Still, in the ‘80s, this gifted singer from the famous Jackson family won an R&B female video artist award. It didn’t stop there — in the years after her first introduction as a solo singer, she received many more awards.

The youngest of the Jackson family is still going strong after more than 30 years. She is starting a tour with her band in 2022, only known as “Together Again,” for the first time after three years. Later in life, she became an accomplished actress and appeared in many films, including The Nutty Professor 2. Her latest tour will keep her busy and only ends by the end of October 2024.