Fans have watched this actress transform on and off screen for years. Now, new candid photos of her sparked buzz online. Some critics attacked her “disheveled” appearance, while others rushed to her defense. Here’s a look at this Hollywood star’s evolution from a fresh-faced starlet to her appearance today.

1975

In 1975, this Hollywood star was just 20 years old and ready to chase her acting dreams. Born in Fort Dix, New Jersey, she grew up moving from base to base with her Air Force family before they settled in Lancaster, California.

By then, she had moved to Los Angeles with no connections but a fierce determination to succeed on her own merit. At the time, she embodied the classic California beauty ideal with her voluminous feathered blonde hair, glowing skin, and striking, softly defined features.

1977

Two years later, using her experience as a beauty pageant contender, this rising actress was steadily building her career in Hollywood. She appeared on “The Rockford Files,” adding another credit to her growing list of television roles.

At the time, she had a glamorous yet strong look that captured attention. She wore her long blonde hair styled in soft waves that framed her face, and her sharp features and poised expression gave her an elegant, sophisticated presence.

1980

By 1980, this actress was steadily building her television career with appearances in popular shows. That year, she featured on “The Love Boat” and “Vega$,” continuing to add strong credits to her growing resume.

During this time, she also embodied classic early ’80s glamour. Her hair was styled in voluminous waves or sleek, straight looks that framed her defined jawline.

Her makeup was polished yet understated, enhancing her bright blue eyes and high cheekbones. With flawless skin and an elegant confidence, she radiated the poised, alluring beauty that was quickly becoming her signature.

1981

In 1981, this actress’s career reached a defining moment when she joined the cast of “Three’s Company.” She stepped into the sitcom during a tense period, replacing Suzanne Somers, who had left the show after a heated contract dispute.

Despite the challenges of taking over from such a popular star, this blonde icon carved out her own identity on the series. As nurse Terri Alden, she portrayed a character with more substance and intelligence than Somers’ ditzy Chrissy Snow, bringing a grounded presence to the show’s final three seasons.

That year, she looked every inch the television star, with her long blonde hair styled in voluminous waves or sleek layered cuts. Her sharp blue eyes were often enhanced with softly blended eyeshadow, and her sculpted cheekbones gave her an elegant, confident look that suited her sophisticated character.

Off-screen, her life was just as glamorous. At the time, the actress was in a long-term relationship with Joel Schur, a 43-year-old Los Angeles businessman she met seven years earlier while working as a glamorous backgammon hostess at Pips.

Despite their 17-year age gap, their relationship was strong, and they were planning to marry the following year. Though she hadn’t yet felt the pull of motherhood, she believed it would come eventually, recalling that her mother had her and her sister later in life, and it kept her feeling young.

1982

1983

1986

1993

2003

This star is none other than Priscilla Barnes, who, by 2003, was in her late 40s and continued to maintain a strong presence in Hollywood. Though best known for her time on “Three’s Company,” she had built a diverse career over the decades, taking on roles that showcased her versatility beyond sitcoms.

At this stage in her life, Barnes showed the natural signs of aging with grace. Her skin had begun to show fine lines, especially around her eyes and smile, and her cheeks had lost some of their youthful fullness. Despite this, she retained her striking blue eyes, radiant smile, and confident demeanor.

2006

2013

2024

In 2024, Barnes turned 70 and continued to make public appearances, showing how her look had evolved over the decades. Her long blonde hair, once voluminous and styled, now fell in simple, natural layers, revealing visible thinning and a finer texture.

Her face showed the deepening lines and sagging of age, particularly around her cheeks and jawline, and her skin had lost its youthful firmness. Despite these changes, she maintained her signature bright blue eyes and warm smile.

Over the years, Barnes’s personal life also changed. While she once shared her life with Schur, she later found love with Ted Monte, an actor, director, and writer. In a 2022 Facebook post, she even referred to Monte as her husband.

2025

At 70, Barnes has aged — as anyone would — and her appearance reflects the natural passage of time. However, a recent public outing sparked a wave of online chatter.

The Hollywood star was recently photographed in Los Angeles wearing a loose burgundy T-shirt and faded jeans, with her hair left down and minimal makeup. The candid photos quickly spread online, leaving many netizens shocked by her appearance.

One person bluntly asked, “Is she homeless? Looks disheveled.” Another wrote, “She would do herself a world of good not dressing like a [13-year-old] with a crop top and ripped jeans. She makes herself look like a homeless woman.” A third commented in part, “She looks like a homeless person.”

Others shared similar harsh sentiments, suggesting Barnes needed a bra, sunglasses, and more age-appropriate clothing, with some saying distressed jeans looked odd on someone her age.

However, not everyone criticized the actress. Many jumped to her defense, praising her natural appearance and confidence. One supporter said, “Everyone ages differently. She looks ok to me, at least she’s not filling her face and body with fillers etc.”

Another added, “Thank goodness she’s not gone down the plastic surgery nip/tuck route…looks good to me,” while someone else wrote, “She looks great.” Others noted how refreshing it was to see an actress embrace aging naturally, while another fan commented, “Aging is a privilege.”

Someone else added, “Let’s celebrate women like this.” One netizen summed up the broader message, writing about how we all age and should accept these changes without criticism.

Through decades of fame and change, Barnes has remained true to herself. Her journey proves that while looks may fade, confidence and authenticity leave a lasting impression.