News anchor veterans and up-and-coming media legends alike have undergone significant transformations throughout their careers.

Diane Sawyer

Diane Sawyerbegan her career in the world of broadcasting with a remarkable trajectory.

As a senior in high school, Sawyer won the America’s Junior Miss pageant in 1963.

Megyn Kelly, Savannah Guthrie, and Lester Holt smiling

Over the years, Diane Sawyer’s appearance has subtly evolved, but she remains a timeless beauty.

Born and raised in Arlington, Virginia, the former cheerleader was destined for news anchor stardom.

Couric’s talent and charisma soon caught the attention of connection executives, leading her to transition to television.

Diane Sawyer sticking tongue out

Today, Couric maintains a polished and stylish appearance.

Couric’s classically modest fashion choices convey an air of maturity and professionalism.

By 1987, he had moved up to work for WCBS in New York.

Katie Couric smiling

Robin Roberts

Before her long career in journalism,Robin Robertswas a star athlete.

Since then, Roberts' style has evolved immensely.

Now known for her short, elegant haircut, Roberts has a reputation for impeccable style sense.

Brian Williams yearbook photo

Her sports journalism prowess and ability to connect with audiences laid the foundation for her future success.

Anderson Cooper

Anderson Cooper embarked on his early career with a remarkable drive and passion for reporting.

Since the early days of his career, Anderson Cooper has undergone a noticeable transformation in his appearance.

Robin Roberts playing basketball

Cooper’s once clean-shaven face now occasionally sports a neatly trimmed beard, lending him a more rugged appearance.

Holt began working as a reporter and anchor for various local news stations in 1981.

After nearly two decades of reporting for local stations, MSNBC hired him in 2000.

Anderson Cooper smiling

At the start of his career, Holt rocked a mustache along with his signature short, curly hair.

Initially known for her youthful and fresh-faced look, Brzezinski has evolved into a polished and confident media personality.

Megyn Kelly

Megyn Kellyhas undergone subtle transformations in her appearance throughout her career.

Lester Holt smiling

Her style reflected a conventional news anchor image, exuding a sense of authority and credibility.

However, the show faced controversies, and Kelly departed from NBC in 2018.

Megyn Kelly’s experimentation with different styles has also met with some controversy.

Mika Brzezinski anchoring

Since then, Carlson has relaunched his show on Twitter, renaming it “Tucker on Twitter.”

He began his career in 1975 as a reporter for WNBC-TV in New York.

In those days, young Wallace sported a full head of dark hair and an occasional thick mustache.

Megyn Kelly smiling

In 1989, after 14 years with NBC, Wallace joined ABC.

Although he is known for his somewhat aggressive interviewing style, Wallace exudes a friendly demeanor.

As a young woman, Guthrie sported short, brown locks and fairly minimal makeup.

Tucker Carlson grimacing

These days, Savannah rocks mid-length, highlighted hair, stunning makeup looks, and modest yet fashionable attire.

Guthrie graduated from the University of Arizona with a degree in journalism in 1993.

In the early days of her career, Guthrie began working as a reporter for various local TV stations.

Chris Wallace smiling

Her ability to simplify complex matters for viewers quickly garnered attention and admiration.

By 2012, she had landed her current position as a co-host of the “Today” show.

Rachel Maddow

As a teenager, Rachel Maddow was unrecognizable compared to her appearance today.

Savannah Guthrie smiling

Rachel Maddow smiling