When you place these female celebrities who happen to be over 40 next to pictures of their mothers at the same age, it's clear to see that most of them have aged very well.
Blythe Danner and Gwyneth — that strict Paltrow regime works. AGE 44
To be fair to Tara Newley, few match Joan Collins’ beauty. AGE 53
Hollywood pampering separates Pat and Catherine Zeta-Jones. AGE 47
To the manner born: Lady Astor and Samantha Cameron. AGE 45
A natural look for Tippi Hedren compared to Melanie Griffith. AGE 59
Stage presence: Vanessa Redgrave and Joely Richardson. AGE 51
Strictly fans of the tan: Eve Pollard and Claudia Winkleman. AGE 44
Royal role: Fergie had been wed a year and was about to be a mum, fresh-faced Beatrice is single and forever on holiday. AGE 28
Goldie Hawn (posed for Playboy just two years later) and Kate Hudson. AGE 37
Impeccable poise: Duchess of Kent and Lady Helen Windsor. AGE 52
Janelle Kidman was a nurse, Nicole's youthful look has raised suspicions she has had some cosmetic treatments. AGE 50
Dorothy Stone never had Sharon’s basic instinct to be a star. AGE 59
Majestic: The Queen looked sparkling despite 40 years on the throne, unlike the seemingly careworn Anne. AGE 66
Sally Winslet and Kate — a face that launched a Titanic career. AGE 40