Anne Hathaway Then & Now: Pictures of the Actress From ‘Princess Diaries’ to Now

In honor of Anne Hathaway’s 43rd birthday, look back at photos of the actress from her early days in the spotlight to now!

Anne Hathaway, born November 12, 1982, is an Oscar-winning actress who has been one of Hollywood’s most versatile and beloved stars for more than two decades. She first won audiences over in the early 2000s as Mia Thermopolis in Disney’s The Princess Diaries and its 2004 sequel, instantly becoming everyone’s favorite unlikely royal. From there, Anne seamlessly transitioned into more mature roles, shedding her Disney image to prove her range as a true leading lady.

In the mid-2000s, Anne delivered standout performances in hits like The Devil Wears Prada, Becoming Jane, and Get Smart, showing her ability to balance sharp comedy with heartfelt emotion. By 2008, she earned her first Academy Award nomination for Rachel Getting Married, and just a few years later, she took home the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her unforgettable performance as Fantine in Les Misérables (2012).

Since then, Anne has continued to dominate both the big screen and streaming platforms, starring in acclaimed projects like Interstellar, The Intern, Ocean’s 8, and Eileen. In 2024, she captivated audiences again in The Idea of You, a romantic dramedy that became a breakout streaming hit. Now, she’s set to reprise one of her most iconic roles in the upcoming sequel The Devil Wears Prada 2, reuniting with Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt nearly two decades after the original film.

Anne has seriously conquered everything from comedy to drama, musicals, and more over the course of her career. Keep scrolling through the gallery to see Anne Hathaway’s incredible transformation — from The Princess Diaries to The Devil Wears Prada 2 and beyond.