Jennifer Beals Was Hesitant to Accept Her Role in Flashdance (Extended) | The Tonight Show

[@rhellolayla]

She came to my yoga class years ago, and was incredibly gracious and kind. She made sure to come up to me at the end and tell me how grateful she was for the class. A beautiful person inside and out.

[@dusquita]

Isn’t she a sweetheart ❤

[@reginasmith6276]

wow same circles, it's amazing to see celebs in your circle.......

[@rockmegently]

😍

[@wwcwcp09]

@rachelletersigni4573 She is phenomenally beautiful and from what I hear glad she is such a humble human being --that I hope took no abuse or B.S. from anyone in the industry whose had a reputation for being so. I actually got gaslighted for my spraking in defense of her and others like Anna Silk and Zoie Palmer from Lost Girl regarding this because they thought I was trashing and demeaning the LGBTQI community for my concern--but more so my hope that they were on a happy set working with good people that were looking out for their well being and emotional stability because acting is very demanding especially in front of strangers and cameras.

[@jyotsnasingh562]

That's very nice in a winning students over with English Cadbury's chocolate from England way, moi I'm way beyond that stage, far and away, (i havent watched the movie, just a one-line cliche joke) I'm more of a very contented French lunch party goer. I find social-cultural-lesson for the day from the fellow aristocracy is "What is an amuse-bouche. As a secondary point, what is a bouche and what can a bouche do, partygoers. Because as that runner would say or is it this Runner would say, sophistication and sensabilities are everything, they keep you in class, clothing is not everything, I prefer to learn College French language with the culture as well, I just have too few of a certain genre of student if you know what i mean. Starting a conversation just as an amuse-bouche starts a meal, a cultured meal for cultured people, a bouche is just for talking, just joking. But talking is everything, eating amuse-bouches is the rest, with sophisticated company wouldn't you say parents. More of a dance class, no. Quite a workout, I'd say. Though sadly at that age,there was no pre-yoga stress help either way.

[@Toddles1978]

She ages like a fine wine. What a stunning woman she is. Love her in The L Word - then and now.

[@Alex-hu7jf]

Oh, yeah, she's the queen of The L Word!

[@alexandresantos-iv3vy]

she´s gorgeous...Year don´t change her...

[@LINJ638]

What is the secret with this ageless vampire????

[@duanem2461]

BLACK DONT CRACK

[@novelist99]

@@LINJ638 Plastic surgery.

[@hummersd]

HOW is she 58?! J.Lo gets a lot of props for aging well, but J.Beals wins the crown! All of Fallon’s guests tonight look amazing.

[@nancychakmian6416]

Most people nowadays like I said before my friends in their 50s and I’ll be 60 this year . If you take good care of yourself and good genetics It’s a different generation everyone looks pretty good.

[@manofiske3318]

She will embark upon her 61st year on the planet in a little over 13 months from now.

[@nancychakmian6416]

@@manofiske3318 she’ll be 59 this year next year 60 🤪next year

[@manofiske3318]

@@nancychakmian6416 Read what I wrote, fool.

[@stephanteboul598]

She is 10 times prettier than J Lo

[@rociopp31]

She gets so many compliments for looking young and beautiful at 58, and it’s true, she looks young and beautiful. But sometimes we forget that she's a phenomenal actress who makes us feel very close to her emotions when we see her on screen.

[@veggigoddess]

Most people have never seen her in anything outside L Word and Flashdance, so most would have nothing more to base their opinions on

[@krystalharwood7842]

RACHEL KNOWS A SECRET!

[@anthonyarcanumsanctumregnu9551]

You must be Young, in her time she was known as a " Horrible " access hence her very few roles of substance or leading lady status.

[@novelist99]

She looks young due to plastic surgery. Her face is so different now.

[@michaelleggieri7135]

You up

[@armandoucles5346]

I was born a year after Flashdance came out but Jennifer Beals is such a timeless beauty. Such a gorgeous, smart and classy lady. It was my dream to see her and Ralph Macchio to be together and thank you Jimmy for making this happen.

[@AloanMoreira1]

what is this thing I hear her and Ralph Macchio look alike? are they related to the same family?

[@grubster13]

I have always loved this woman. She is beyond beautiful ❤

[@deeglencairn2598]

almost 40 years after the movie she still looks incredible 😍

[@sabelsanta8606]

I love how my mom was obsessed w Flashdance and then I was obsessed with The L Word. Our girl crush was the same woman but for very different reasons LMAOOO

[@LovecraftDoppler]

X2

[@ElizabethReyes-np1kq]

She hasn’t change much! True natural beauty.😊

[@jyotsnasingh562]

That's very nice of you, Trinny. Nous vous aider si vous voulez, call the Kings Trinny, they can vous aider, maintenant.

[@PerezRuthie]

I believe that she's still underrated after all this time. More than having an unbelievably beautiful face, she has grace a calming presence.

[@tammytam1392]

She just does not age! She is just stunning♥️

[@ajs41]

Being just 18 when Flashdance was filmed certainly helps!

[@calisongbird]

@@ajs41 yes, AND she’s had obvious help. Anyone familiar with “procedures” can tell. People only comment on procedures when they’re obvious and badly done. Hers is well done and subtle. Why do people always post the same thing on all celebrity videos about how “amazing” it is that they “don’t age.” Jennifer Beale has had had quite a bit of help, just like 99% of other celebrities - male and female. Why does everyone act shocked, like these celebrities don’t take advantage of every anti-aging procedure and technology available to them?? Surgeries, laser, injectables, high-tech skin care products, expensive dermatologists and medical estheticians, the best makeup artists and hair colorists/stylists, nutritionists, personal chefs and trainers…. the list goes on and on. I guarantee you that Beals has had at least some of this done. She’s wealthy and has access to the best of the best. Guess what? Celebs age just like the rest of us. They just have the resources and time to keep their appearance as well-preserved as possible, because their entire careers depend on it.

[@Olivia-pm8kj]

@@calisongbirdshe hasn’t had anything done though if you took time to look up Jen’s mother you’d realise she didn’t age Til her late 70’s really it’s just genes. Celebs age like us all do but genes hell

[@glennusher4160]

She's been in so many great Film's.. Underrated actress. Flashdance one of the best films made..

[@michaeltootikian4402]

I really like Jennifer Beals Very classy and a real talent

[@RebelBuddha1971]

She’s luminous…always been something so special about Jennifer. Wonderful seeing her 40 years post Flashdance still so…wonderful, for lack of a better word!

[@traydaniel0403]

R.I.P. Irene Cara (who wrote and performed Flashdance… What A Feeling which she won an Oscar in 1984) She finally got wing to fly high, gets to live forever, and will finally make it to Heaven ❤🕊️😇🎤🎶

[@martinpatrick9915]

I think Jennifer Beals might be heartbroken over the passing of Irene Cara 💔.

[@howareyou857]

Georgio Moroda wrote Flashdance theme song but Irene sung it iconically

[@NikkiTrudelle]

She is an American treasure and she looks just as good now as she did in flash dance. If anyone doesn’t agree with me you can get off my planet.

[@TiagoNomad]

I disagree. I think she looks even better than she did back then.

[@rexleeh]

@@TiagoNomad agreed

[@stevebaker2890]

I wish I could look that good when I'm almost 60

[@T.C.216]

Must be protected at all cost!

[@MulyadiRahmat]

I agree. I had such a crush on her... 🤣

[@douglaswild3852]

Loved the movie Flashdance back in the day. I remember going to the theatre and seeing it with friends MULTIPLE times and playing the soundtrack with “ What a Feeling” on blast! That was YEARS ago and Jennifer she still looks AMAZING!! Wow!

[@leahartlee29]

Me too!! I loved Jennifer, the movie, and the music!

[@Miriam-fk9wr]

Fond memories ❤️🙏🏻

[@sailingaway7170]

I was obsessed and enthralled with her beauty after watching Flashdance .

[@fatimarodrigues4219]

a wonderful actress conveys peace, beautiful smile

[@BiniPinkheart8]

Jennifer's voice is so addictive 🥰🥰 omg

[@PosterMaam]

She is definitely a brand ambassador of The Fountain of Youth lol

[@armandoucles5346]

She and Ralph Macchio both are the ambassadors of The Fountain of Youth!!!

[@mariahmueller579]

​@@armandoucles5346 weirdly enough. Her and Ralph look similar. Like she looks like him in as a female version! Like they could be siblings!

[@rlfolder5437]

She is a stunner, especially her smile.

[@Sadc0m]

Holy crap, how can she look so good at 60?

[@808illegalstate]

She looks amazing!

[@StefaniaOlla]

Man she's gorgeous and she still looks like she forgot to come out of the 80s. That woman can't be 58.

[@demariobrown3099]

Black don't crack.....lol

[@manofiske3318]

She will embark upon her 61st year on the planet in a little over 13 months from now.

[@johnsonmark65]

​@@demariobrown3099 she is mixed not black

[@videogames4469]

can't 59 years and in 2023 60

[@lewisjones4158]

She is absolutely amazing jeez

[@greaterbayareahero1401]

Jennifer Beals looks so great here!

[@loveforeignaccents]

Such a charming and lovely gem!

[@MelissaM-lo5hi]

Make me want to watch “Flash dance”again. One of the best movies of the 80’s

[@dusquita]

Hey, why Flashdance when you can watch a new movie “Luckiest Girl Alive” or a new show “The L Word Generation Q” but I get it, Flashdance it’s a great movie with good music ❤

[@mmkawai115]

Jennifer beals is just classics. Period.

[@sidartha96]

She is a stunner who can turn heads in any of the world's capital. At the same time she is very classy too. A great combination. Awesome interview.

[@x_Sniper_Queen_x]

i just rewatched her movie flashdance other night.

[@ivanascioffi]

I will forever be in love with this woman.

[@akbar8477]

Does Jennifer even age? She has an unbelievable character and beauty, so composed. Her elegance precedes her.

[@LINJ638]

Do all celebs like her get plastic surgery??? Is that why they look younger than their age?

[@andraydrake4950]

She's still so beautiful I had a huge crush when flashdance came out.

[@MrYoumitube]

you and about millions of other men.

[@tommyrusso]

WHAT A SMILE > RADIANCE>ELEGANCE> POISE>INSPIRING TO SEE HER CRAFT EVOLVE . I COULD SEE HER WALK TO THE CENTER OF TIMES SQUARE AND THE SHOW STOPS!!!! WHEN SHE SPEAKS HERE I CAN SEE HER DIRECTING THAT WHICH WINS MANY OSCARS.

[@pookiewookie7679]

I'm from Denmark and was born in 1974. In 1983 my family lived in the US and I remember watching all the MTV videos including those from Flashdance. I've heard those songs my whole life. But I didn't actually watch the movie until last month 2022. It was pretty emotional , like a time capsule. One thing that really surprised me was how they didn't even try to hide the fact that the dancer was a completely different person lol. Jennifer Beals is such an 80s icon, beautiful and talented.

[@dfa3366]

Oh my. How does one stay beautiful for so long. And it's that natural look.

[@Toni-id2pv]

Many halle ..Nia long.

[@GENX.80SGIRL]

She's still so beautiful & looks fantastic for almost 59.. ❤❤❤😍😍😍😍

[@juliefisher5377]

One of the most humble and sweet actresses there is. Have followed her for years❤

[@Rajalord27]

She is absolutely gorgeous

[@nicolegregory4429]

Omg!!! Jennifer Beals is a mega-watt beauty!!! What a great lineup this evening! ~N

[@lisahardy9707]

Love her in The L word

[@asanta2023]

She was awesome in the ‘Wigs,’ series.

[@sablesenegal7488]

Longtime fan of Jennifer's career when I watched the Flashdance movie in 1983 at age 17.i was mesmerized with the 80s leg warmers ripped t shirt craze she's really a versatile actress that still looks flawless as she did in 1983 as Alex owens!

[@rosangelaravanhani355]

BEAUTIFUL!

[@Notabot2000]

Loved her look in book of Boba Fett

[@chasehedges6775]

Same. She was great in that until she got killed off.

[@raymondherrera3324]

Style and grace personified

[@davidk6656]

Truly one of the most beautiful women in the business.

[@migdurruthy4090]

I love Jennifer Beals she has such a class and is a terrific actress she looks as pretty as when she did Flashdance❤

[@omarsanjuan]

C'mon this woman is absolutely gorgeous, beautiful and so elegant. I love her!!

[@乐乐金]

Jennifer beals is always amazing! I really love her~

[@patriciavarela7487]

Awesome!!! I love her in the movie Flashdance...Remember and make go back my teenage yrs

[@normapadro420]

She is a great artist. I have the movie Prophesy 2, and it's one of my favorites.

[@Thunderstorm63]

Great actress, even better with time - like a fine wine.👏👏👏

[@01FozzyS]

Jennifer still looking good!

[@villanessa]

I think she looks even better now! ✨

[@stevec6002]

This woman literally does not age. Gorgeous.

[@joajoa-ej1ly]

Steve C: I totally agree. She is so natural and beautiful. For me she looks a little bit like Tina Fey.

[@Vejur9000]

Iconic beauty, iconic film and soundtrack…

[@jayr82]

FLASHDANCE IS ONE OF THE BEST MOVIE

[@joefavorule8814]

She really is the coolest..and the classiest

[@deepikan7659]

Such a phenomenal actor.

[@deant007]

Thanks, Jennifer and Jimmy 😀😀 ❤❤💚💚💙💙💜💜🧡🧡💖💖Love you both 😊

[@northernbrother1258]

Holy $#@&…she’s pushing 60 and looks fantastic! 😍

[@titusrider7948]

You have to love this lady. ❤ She is so sweet and engaging, beautiful smile and seems so genuine 😊

[@roadrider_2771]

Jennifer 😍😍😍😍😍😍🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 The most beautiful human in every way!!!!!!

[@terrydillon9323]

Great lady. Thank you for all the enjoyment you have given us with your talent.

[@dawntarrant4590]

Love her so much!!!

[@scorpio11955]

I love Jennifer❤❤❤.... L word brought her into my world now I have a favourite person

[@dundundun5288]

She is just soooo beautiful ❤

[@AFSVS27]

She changed my life. I became a professional dancer when I watched Flashdance at the age of 12 years old.

[@MrYoumitube]

Ok so after about 35 years since the last time I watched Flashdance, I gotta crush on Jennifer again.

[@rossanaburga9952]

Bella y talentosa Jennifer Beals🌿🇵🇪

[@gamerwhiz6847]

Incredibly beautiful.

[@ans1830]

Immortal beauty

[@lillip8419]

Love Ms. Beals! Wow Yale. That is amazing. What a combination. One of the few times I view this late show host. ✨❤️

[@ileanaroman3944]

She looks amazing

[@user-livelife65]

Skipped going to the symphony orchestra that my mom had tickets to , to go see flashdance with my brother and cousin was so good , she looks amazing!

[@eamonstynes440]

80’s movie, welder by day….dancer by night……remember the movie, it was a winner, from a teenage boy view point 😂😂

[@NickGagnon-e8b]

Such a stunning woman.

[@nross940]

I bought an antique brass bed when I was sixteen after watching Flashdance. Still have it to this day.

[@phillipsmom6252]

Same 👍

[@joseantonioventura9977]

To com 56 hoje e quando era jovem fui apaixonado nessa mulher ! Bons tempos.

[@alanwisdom7777]

Decades later she could still play the same role, she hasn't changed 💙

[@bernardoalvarado6627]

Bella mi reina...como el primer día que te vi en FLASHDANCE...el legado de una bella película y grandes canciones...los 80'S marcaron mi vida hasta hoy...Dios te bendiga por siempre Jennifer.

[@drumbum3.142]

That's One Iconic, Well-known (and Pretty) Picture of Ms Beals

[@Talon6551]

She looks better now than the Flash Dance days. Stunning.

[@sharonshin4574]

Awesome interview with Jennifer Beals. ❤️😎 Love her on Flashdance. She’s great on Law and Order Organized Crime, too.

[@camporosso]

She's such a classy beautiful talented actress. Love her!

[@lhiannsvlog3462]

Omg I love you Jennifer beals ❤️🥰🥰🥰 😍😍😍

[@KathyHorst]

Loved her in "Out of Line" with Holt Mcallany. One of my favorite movies

[@sonpit]

Why was Flashdance a HUGE hit? My opinion in order ... #1 THE GIRL (Jennifer Beals), #2 THE MUSIC #3 EVERYTHING SHE WORE

[@oldemarmorales2946]

She’s beautiful amazing princess of God

[@markbrown5117]

I really like Jennifer but no one talks about the french dancer who actually did the audition.

[@csrmervz88]

She is an icon!

[@Antonio-x4c7u]

BEAUTIFUL AS ALWAYS.

[@Humanity_2038]

Absolutely stunning and intellectual women!!!

[@decafmocha211]

Keep dancing Jennifer !

[@sandraasuth]

One of my favourite 80s flicks- the music, the dancing… what girl didn’t want to be her?

[@keithkoenig5320]

Jennifer Beals is eternally gorgeous! Classy and beautiful.

[@GodsMemeTV]

she looks amazing. Girls nowadays will never look this good after reaching 50

[@DraGnFly007]

What a beautiful and elegant woman.

[@real_hello_kitty]

Omg this gorgeous lady is 59 years old!! I was 11 when she played Flashdance, and now she looks younger than me!

[@blenquing4951]

In the movie, Jennifer Beals looks younger than Mila Kunis 😮