Aside from prompting praise for her appearance at the Elle Women in Hollywood event, Melanie Griffith shared a reunion moment with three of her “Now and Then” co-stars, one of whom was honored at the gala.
Entertainment icon Melanie Griffith stole the show with her beauty at the prestigious Elle Women in Hollywood event on November 19 in Los Angeles. Netizens could not stop gushing over her appearance, which has undergone transformations throughout her career.
Fan comment about Melanie Griffith, posted on November 20, 2024 | Source: Instagram/extratv
For the star-studded affair, where Griffith posed alongside fellow industry heavy hitters Rosie O’Donnell and Rita Wilson, Griffith donned an elegant, figure-hugging black dress that featured a polo neck collar and slits on each side.
Rosie O’Donnell, Rita Wilson, and Melanie Griffith at the Elle Women in Hollywood event in Los Angeles, California on November 19, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
She paired the long-sleeved garment with lace gloves that left her fingers exposed. Completing her ensemble, Griffith, who is currently rocking a stylish blonde bob with a diagonal parting, carried a black handbag.
Melanie Griffith. | Source: Getty Images
While O’Donnell sported a simple blazer, a black top, pants, and spectacles, Wilson shone bright in a sparkly off-the-shoulder gown and closed-toe heels. She accessorized with silver jewelry and carried a clutch bag.
Rosie O’Donnell, Rita Wilson, and Melanie Griffith. | Source: Getty Images
In addition to images of the trio, other snapshots showed O’Donnell, Wilson, and Griffith posing with fellow Hollywood legend Demi Moore, one of the ten honorees at the event.
Rita Wilson, Demi Moore, Rosie O’Donnell, and Melanie Griffith. | Source: Getty Images
Other honorees included fellow icons Julianne Moore, Tilda Swinton, Danielle Deadwyler, Saoirse Ronan, Cynthia Erivo, Selena Gomez, Zoe Saldaña, Karla Sofía Gascón, and Mikey Madison.
Elle Women in Hollywood honoree Moore stood out in a striking gold gown, which was short-sleeved. Together with Griffith, O’Donnell, and Wilson, the group of four was reunited as the cast of their 1995 film “Now and Then,” which also starred famous actress Christina Ricci. During the event, Wilson, O’Donnell, and Griffith took some time to chat with Elle.
Rita Wilson, Demie Moore, Rosie O’Donnell, and Melanie Griffith. | Source: Getty Images
An interviewer asked the ladies whether or not they think the entertainment industry has changed, and if so, what about it. Responding with a playfully cheeky remark and a laugh, Griffith answered, “Wow, I think it’s gotten a lot tackier.”
Melanie Griffith answering the interviewer’s question with Rosie O’Donnell standing next to her, posted on November 20, 2024 | Source: Instagram/elleusa
“The ‘Now and Then’ cast can say anything. #ELLEWIH,” the magazine captioned their post. Although all the ladies certainly looked beautiful while posing for photos in their chic ensembles, it was Griffith who caught the public’s attention.
Many netizens showered her with praise for her appearance. “Melanie took the spotlight in the picture 😍,” swooned a fan.
Rosie O’Donnell speaking at the event alongside Melanie Griffith and Rita Wilson. | Source: Getty Images
Another marveled, “Melanie looks amazing!” while someone else penned, “Melanie looks like her Mother [sic] here.” An admirer gushed, “Melanie looks fantastic!!”
A Facebooker observed, “great [sic] improvements in facelifts.,” and a clarification soon followed, “I didn’t think her first facelift was flattering but this one is great. There’s definitely a new surgeon in town. No more fillers just full on lifts [sic]. I think she’s in her 60s.”
Melanie Griffith | Source: Getty Images
“Melanie Griffith looks so much better now, a derp plane facelift looks so much more nstural than tons of fillers [sic],” added an Instagrammer.
Far from denying getting enhancement work done, Melanie Griffith has been forthright and honest about her past use of cosmetic procedures and the transformation her appearance underwent as a result.
In 2017, she candidly shared her experiences with cosmetic procedures, shedding light on a journey that began two decades earlier. Griffith revealed that she had undergone various filler injections to plump her lips and smooth out wrinkles.
Melanie Griffith at the premiere of “The Pirates Of Somalia” in Hollywood, California on December 6, 2017 | Source: Getty Images
Initially pleased with the results, her perspective shifted dramatically after receiving negative comments about her altered appearance. This prompted her to take action and begin dissolving the fillers.
“I never would have known this was Melanie Griffith. She’s beautiful but unrecognizable. Sad,” one person tweeted. Another shared, “Melanie Griffith has had that level of plastic surgery that renders one unrecognizable as who they once were.”
Melanie Griffith at the Los Angeles Clippers and Memphis Grizzlies NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, California on November 9, 2015 | Source: Getty Images
Seven years ago (2017), Griffith revealed, “About seven years ago I started doing injections, and now for the past two, three years, I have been getting it dissolved […] I didn’t see it until people started saying, ‘Oh my God, what has she done?’ I was so hurt […].”
Melanie Griffith at the screening of “The Disaster Artist” in Hollywood, California on November 12, 2017 | Source: Getty Images
The Hollywood star added that she hopped she looked “normal now” after seeking help from another doctor to have the “awful” work she had done reversed.
Alongside her journey to undo regrettable cosmetic procedures, Griffith has also become an advocate for sun safety. In 2018, she took to Instagram to share a bare-faced selfie with a bandage on her nose, a result of treatment for basal cell skin cancer.
“Bandaged again after having dermabrasion, the final step to fix the now removed basil cell skin cancer. If any of you have it, get it fixed. If you lay in the sun, are exposed to lots of sun, be CAREFUL,” Griffith urged in her caption.
“Use sunscreen. Get checked out by your dermatologist. If you don’t have one, get one, or go to your nearest clinic and ask to be tested for it. More info to come,” she continued.
Melanie Griffith at Equality Now’s Annual Make Equality Reality Gala in Beverly Hills, California on December 3, 2018 | Source: Getty Images
In August 2022, Griffith celebrated her 65th birthday with a joyous gathering shared on Instagram. The photo dump captured moments of happiness with close friends, including notable celebrities like Eva Longoria.
Griffith exuded timeless beauty, her radiant smile reflecting the warmth of the occasion. Fast forward to July 2023, when she was spotted rocking an all-black ensemble while out and about in Los Angeles.
Melanie Griffith spotted out in Los Angeles, California, on July 12, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
In November of that same year, Griffith revealed a chic new haircut. Social media users flooded her comments with admiration, with one fan noting, “So beautiful.”
As 2024 unfolds, Griffith continues to demonstrate that age is just a number. Her recent appearances at public events are a testament to her enduring charm.
In April, she turned heads in an all-white ensemble at the Unforgettable Evening charity event in Beverly Hills. The event also featured another impromptu reunion with her “Now and Then” co-stars, Moore and Wilson, adding a nostalgic touch to the glamorous event.
Griffith’s life and career have been a remarkable journey marked by resilience and transformation. Her candid reflections on cosmetic procedures and her battle with skin cancer highlight her commitment to authenticity and health.
