When the Oscars red carpet goes down, we always look to the stars over 50 for ageless inspiration. Year after year, they deliver some of the most stunning beauty moments of the night. And on film’s biggest night, the 98th Academy Awards, the movie stars did not disappoint.
The Women Over 50 at the 2026 Oscars Who Left Us Speechless
Kristen Wiig, 52
Kristen Wiig, 52
Her red carpet glow started with thoughtful skin prep. Makeup artist Jo Baker enhanced the actress’s natural complexion using the G.M. Collin Biocellulose Face Mask ($115), followed by the G.M. Collin Ceramide Comfort Serum ($125) to hydrate and calm the skin. The result was luminous, bronzed skin and a fresh “no-makeup makeup” look that let her natural freckles shine.
Demi Moore, 63
Demi Moore, 63
The actress stayed true to her signature beauty aesthetic with ultra-long, glossy hair styled in a sleek center part. Celebrity hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos used Kérastase Chronologiste Thermique Régénérant Heat Protecting Cream ($58) to create the iconic smooth blowout, adding shine and softness that perfectly complemented her feathered Gucci gown.
Marlee Matlin, 60
Marlee Matlin, 60
A chic blonde bob gave the actress a fresh, modern moment on the carpet. The sleek cut framed her face beautifully, while glowy skin and soft definition around the eyes kept the overall look polished and effortless.
Goldie Hawn, 80
Goldie Hawn, 80
Hawn, who won Best Supporting Actress in 1970 for Cactus Flower but did not attend the ceremony, had her award accepted by Raquel Welch on her behalf. On the carpet this year, she leaned into timeless Hollywood glamour with a voluminous blonde blowout and her signature curtain bangs. Softly defined eyes and a neutral lip kept the look effortless, letting her classic beauty take center stage.
Nicole Kidman, 58
Nicole Kidman, 58
Soft waves and bold black liner created one of the night’s most striking beauty moments. Her luminous complexion and understated nude lip balanced the dramatic eye makeup and complemented her feathered Chanel gown.
Heidi Klum, 52
Heidi Klum, 52
High-glam energy defined Klum’s look, with tousled dirty-blonde waves styled in a center part. Her makeup leaned luminous with shimmery eyeshadow, fluttery lashes, peach-toned cheeks and glossy lips, pairing beautifully with her pearl-adorned corset gown and layered pearl chokers.
Gwyneth Paltrow, 53
Gwyneth Paltrow, 53
The actress kept things sleek and refined with a silky blonde blowout and soft side part. Her makeup stayed minimal yet radiant, with luminous skin, fluttery lashes, and glossy lips. Paltrow, who won Best Actress in 1999 for Shakespeare in Love, arrived in a custom ivory Giorgio Armani Privé gown with subtle crystal embellishment and peekaboo side slits.
Sigourney Weaver, 75
Sigourney Weaver, 75
Radiant skin set the foundation for Weaver’s red carpet look. Makeup artist Brigitte Reiss-Andersen began with the ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm ($72) to cleanse and soften the skin before applying the ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Future Restore Serum ($99) to smooth and hydrate. The result was supple, glowing skin that allowed for a lighter, more luminous makeup finish.
Kathy Bates, 76
Kathy Bates, 76
Bates looked elegant in a shimmering silver-blue gown that caught the light beautifully on the carpet. Her softly styled silver hair and fresh, glowing skin kept the look polished but understated, with subtle eye definition and a neutral lip that let her beaded dress do most of the talking.
