These Pictures Prove Brooke Shields, 56, Truly Doesn't Age

Actress and model Brooke Shields has been known as America's sweetheart for most of her life. She began her career as a child model in New York City, and quickly gained notoriety as an actress—at just 12 years old, Brooke nabbed a leading role in the film Pretty Baby, where she played a child prostitute in New Orleans. The role catapulted her into fame, and after a few more movies and years of modeling work, she was officially a Hollywood star.

In the '80s and '90s, she began taking on lots of great television roles (remember Suddenly Susan?!), and since then, has continued to have a lucrative career. Recently, you could find her on TV guest starring in shows like Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, The Middle, and Jane the Virgin. And later this year, she'll star in a Netflix holiday movie called A Castle for Christmas.

While her list of appearances and roles in both television and movies is beyond impressive, Brooke is also known as a style icon and has basically always been seen as the epitome of all-American style. Taking a look back, her vintage looks from the '80s and '90s could easily still be worn today. And remember her "me and my Calvins" ad campaign for Calvin Klein Jeans? Legendary!

Today, Brooke is 56 years old, looking better and more youthful than ever, and still making headlines. Here's a look back at (some truly iconic) photos of Brooke Shields throughout the years.