Jessica Alba’s Transformation Photos From Then to Now: See the Actress From ‘Dark Angel’ Through Today
By Beth ShillidayLife & Style
Jessica Alba shot to stardom at the age of 19 starring in Fox's Dark Angel. Over the years, she's been regarded as one of Hollywood's most beautiful women.
The Fantastic Four star met estranged husband Cash Warren on the set of the 2004 film, where he was working as a director's assistant. The pair went on to marry in 2008 and welcome three children together before she filed for divorce in February 2025.
Life & Style looks back at Jessica's transformation in photos over the years.
1999 Jessica rocked short hair in the 1999 film Idle Hands. Columbia Pictures/Getty Images Archive Photos Getty Images
2001 The actress is seen holding a People's Choice Award alongside her Dark Angel costar Michael Weatherly in January 2001. Three months later, the pair got engaged on Jessica's 20th birthday. The duo ended their relationship in 2003. Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic, Inc Jeff Kravitz FilmMagic, Inc
2003 Even with minimal makeup, Jessica was always so stunning. She's seen here at the premiere of Ghosts of the Abyss. Robert Mora/Getty Images Robert Mora Getty Images
2006 The Into the Blue star wowed in a navy gown at the Golden Globe Awards. KMazur/WireImage Kevin Mazur WireImage
2010 Jessica flaunted her long toned legs in a silver minidress at the 2010 People's Choice Awards. Steve Granitz WireImage
2013 The Good Luck Chuck star sported golden locks and a huge diamond necklace at the 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards. Steve Granitz/WireImage Steve Granitz WireImage
2015 The style queen looked sensational while attending the Tory Burch New York Fashion Week show. Cindy Ord/Getty Images for Tory Burch Cindy Ord
2018 The Honest Company founder spoke at Women Rule: The L.A. Summit in Hollywood. Emma McIntyre/Getty Images Emma McIntyre Getty Images
2020 The mother of three glowed at the 2020 InStyle and Warner Bros. 77th Annual Golden Globe Awards afterparty. Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for InStyle Matt Winkelmeyer Getty Images for InStyle
2022 Jessica changed up her hair with a golden shoulder-length bob while attending the Vanity Fair Oscar party with Cash. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images Frazer Harrison Getty Images
2023 The L.A.'s Finest star showed off a dramatic new look with ultra-dark hair at the Balmain womenswear show at Paris Fashion Week. Stephane Cardinale - Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images STEPHANE CARDINALE Corbis via Getty Images
2024 Jessica donned a double-breasted coat dress during Milan Fashion Week. Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images Vittorio Zunino Celotto Getty Images
2025 Single lady! One month after filing for divorce from Cash, Jessica was all smiles while attending the Vanity Fair Oscar party. Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Vanity Fair Neilson Barnard Getty Images
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This story was originally published June 4, 2025 at 11:30 AM.
