Most of us have been introduced to historical figures through school textbooks and documentaries. But we sometimes wonder what these iconic historical personalities would look like if they lived in the 21st century. In other words, who would they resemble if they fit the beauty standards of our time?
The Bright Side team scoured the internet to solve this mystery. Let’s take a look at what some of our favorite personalities would have looked like had they been born in our time.
1. Albert Einstein
2. Elvis Presley
3. Paul Mounet
4. Albrecht Dürer
5. Shakespeare
6. Nikola Tesla
7. Mary Zouch
8. Princess Margaret
9. Jane Austen
10. Retrato de don Sebastián de Morra, by Diego Velázquez
11. Frida Kahlo
12. Nefertiti
13. Sigmund Freud
14. Elisabeth-Louise Vigée-Lebrun
Which was your favorite modern historical figure? Have you ever found an ancient figure, painting, or celebrity that resembles you? Let us know in the comments.
My dad’s new wife destroyed the few things I had left from my mother, but I refused to let it go unnoticed
This story captures the intense emotions tied to grief, respect for loved ones, and the lengths people will go to protect cherished memories. Jillian’s relationship with her father highlights how deeply the memory of a lost loved one can impact a family dynamic, and the lengths someone will go to expose manipulative behavior. Her plan to confront her stepmother’s actions directly helped her father finally see the truth about Marlene, underscoring that loss requires compassion, respect, and, above all, loyalty to the memory of those we’ve lost.
It’s a reminder that new relationships should honor past connections, and that love and family can’t just be replaced or erased—they’re woven into the heart and soul of those left behind. This experience clearly became a turning point for Jillian and her dad, allowing them to process their grief and ultimately move forward without Marlene’s toxicity.
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