SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — In a world obsessed with the “next big thing,” a beloved star from the Australian “Noughties” (the 2000s) has proven that true star power is timeless.

Captured in a recent photo while enjoying a day at the beach, the actress—who rose to fame over two decades ago—stunned fans by looking remarkably similar to her breakout days 26 years ago.

The side-by-side comparison of her in a school uniform from her early career and her recent bikini photo has gone viral, with fans praising her “natural aging” and healthy lifestyle.

Beyond the aesthetics, the star has used the sudden spike in attention to discuss the pressures of being a young woman in the Australian media industry during the early 2000s. Her return to the spotlight serves as a nostalgic “bridge” for Gen X and Millennial fans, proving that some icons only get better with time.