The 25 Sex Symbols of Modern Cinema

Here are the 25 sex symbols of modern cinema. Beautiful, elegant women who will remain etched in the memories of modern film lovers.

-Scarlett Johansson:

She’s like the new Marilyn Monroe. With her husky voice, she offers a mystical blend of the classic and the contemporary.

-Monica Bellucci:

She possesses the kind of undeniable beauty that defies genetics and makes her a sex symbol, in addition to being one of the most prominent actresses of the moment.

-Sofía Vergara:

ASKen.com magazine considers her one of the sexiest women in the world—and that’s certainly obvious. She is currently the highest-paid actress on American television.

-Charlize Theron:

The versatile Charlize Theron is just as comfortable in the absurd world of *Arrested Development* as she is in the gritty, man-driven world of *The Land of Men*, proving that true beauty lies in her adaptability—as well as her good bone structure.

-Penélope Cruz:

For Americans, the rhythm of her Spanish accent, the shine of her hair, and the intensity of her eyes seem irresistible, making her a sexual attraction as a Latin European woman.

-Megan Fox:

An icon of our time, Megan Fox—with her full lips and arched eyebrows—evokes the image of Elizabeth Taylor at a strip club.

-Angelina Jolie:

Angelina Jolie—her unique take on sensuality is the envy of the girl next door. Her reputation as a “black widow” places her in the great tradition of vamp-like sex symbols that take us back to Theda Vara.

-Salma Hayek:

Salma’s beautiful face—and probably her breasts—would be enough to relieve the collective stress of the world. Her daring performances, from her role in *Frida* to the sheer extravagance of *30 Rock*, make Salma Hayek the star.

-Eva Mendes:

She first came to the public’s attention in a brief scene in “Training Day,” before taking on a more prominent role in *Once Upon a Time in Mexico*. Audiences appreciate more about her than just her curves; her sex appeal even rivals that of Johnny Depp.

-Halle Berry:

As Catwoman, they have a long-legged elegance that sweeps you off your feet.

-Milla Jovovich:

This actress and model is considered one of the sexiest in the film world, whether we see her kicking butt or in the throes of amnesia.

-Cameron Diaz:

Her blue eyes and long legs are prerequisites for being a sex symbol, but her remarkable ability to play innocently with suggestion ensures that this actress is overwhelmingly irresistible.

-Sharon Stone:

Sharon Stone’s wit sets her apart from the “dumb blonde” stereotype. With her signature leg-crossing pose in *Basic Instinct*, she earned a permanent place among the sex symbols.

-Kim Basinger:

One of the models and actresses who, after seven and a half weeks, became a legend and muse to many.

-Michelle Pfeiffer:

Michelle Pfeiffer, in a tight red dress, with her legs draped over a grand piano, whispering in *The Baker Boys* or as Catwoman, teaches us a lesson in how to be a sex symbol.

-Brooke Shields:

Her nudity in *The Blue Lagoon* made her a sex symbol of an entire era. Her legendary thick eyebrows captivated us in the famous Calvin Klein jeans ad, which asked, “Want to know what comes between me and my Calvins? Nothing.”

-Daryl Hannah:

The ’80s belong to Daryl Hannah. No one could forget her torn fishnet stockings and the precocious sexuality of Pris, the “basic model” in *Blade Runner*, not to mention how she managed to make a mermaid’s tail seem sexy to us in *Splash*.

-Julia Roberts:

We first discovered her in *Pretty Woman*, the movie that catapulted her to stardom. For years—and even today—she has been Hollywood’s sweetheart, dazzling and captivating us with her beautiful smile.

-Demi Moore:

With her long hair framing her chiseled face, Demi Moore looks unlike anyone else on the list. Her fierce and aggressive performances made her a unique sex symbol in the ’80s and ’90s.

-Jessica Lange:

The chemistry between Jack Nicholson and Jessica Lange is explosive in *The Postman Always Rings Twice* (1981)—with a touch of eroticism, yes, we remember the table scene, which was perfectly appropriate. Despite the initial bad reviews, Jessica became every beer drinker’s wet dream.

-Kathleen Turner:

A feisty woman with a somewhat menacing beauty, always ready to dominate her male counterparts—whether dressed or undressed—she sparked intense passions and was a true icon of the ’80s.

-Farah Fawcett:

Although she also acted in films, she was best known for her work on television; her beautiful blonde hair made her a true sex symbol of the 1970s.

-Bo Dereck:

Some of the women on this list overcame nearly insurmountable obstacles to maintain their status as sex symbols. Bo Dereck had to get past her braids and that feeling of being the “perfect 10.”

-Jacqueline Bisset:

A true icon in the history of cinema: Jacqueline Bisset’s breasts, hinted at through a wet T-shirt in “Abyss.”

-Silvia Krystel:

“Or the Pleasure of Sexuality” defined an entire era with its Emmanuelle series. It’s hard for a character as fully developed as Emmanuelle to give the actress playing her any breathing room; she was the icon of sensual liberation. Thanks to her, venial sinners—both men and women—were allowed back into heaven. Thank you, Silvia.