
This 'Bond' Icon Captured Every Man's Heart, but at 70, Her Pics Have People Saying She Looks 'Homeless' – Photo Evolution
She went from a young beauty queen determined to make it in Hollywood to a household name on one of TV's biggest sitcoms. But her latest photos reveal a side of her some netizens never expected to see.
Fans have watched this actress transform on and off screen for years. Now, new candid photos of her sparked buzz online. Some critics attacked her "disheveled" appearance, while others rushed to her defense. Here's a look at this Hollywood star's evolution from a fresh-faced starlet to her appearance today.

The famous actress, circa 1980s. | Source: Getty Images
1975
In 1975, this Hollywood star was just 20 years old and ready to chase her acting dreams. Born in Fort Dix, New Jersey, she grew up moving from base to base with her Air Force family before they settled in Lancaster, California.
By then, she had moved to Los Angeles with no connections but a fierce determination to succeed on her own merit. At the time, she embodied the classic California beauty ideal with her voluminous feathered blonde hair, glowing skin, and striking, softly defined features.

The famous actress, circa 1975. | Source: Getty Images
1977
Two years later, using her experience as a beauty pageant contender, this rising actress was steadily building her career in Hollywood. She appeared on "The Rockford Files," adding another credit to her growing list of television roles.
At the time, she had a glamorous yet strong look that captured attention. She wore her long blonde hair styled in soft waves that framed her face, and her sharp features and poised expression gave her an elegant, sophisticated presence.

The famous actress on the set of "The Rockford Files" in 1977. | Source: Getty Images
1980
By 1980, this actress was steadily building her television career with appearances in popular shows. That year, she featured on "The Love Boat" and "Vega$," continuing to add strong credits to her growing resume.

The Hollywood star posing for a portrait in Los Angeles, California, in 1980. | Source: Getty Images
During this time, she also embodied classic early '80s glamour. Her hair was styled in voluminous waves or sleek, straight looks that framed her defined jawline.

The Hollywood star posing for a portrait in Los Angeles, California, in 1980. | Source: Getty Images
Her makeup was polished yet understated, enhancing her bright blue eyes and high cheekbones. With flawless skin and an elegant confidence, she radiated the poised, alluring beauty that was quickly becoming her signature.

The famous actress photographed in 1980. | Source: Getty Images

The famous actress photographed in 1980. | Source: Getty Images
1981
In 1981, this actress's career reached a defining moment when she joined the cast of "Three's Company." She stepped into the sitcom during a tense period, replacing Suzanne Somers, who had left the show after a heated contract dispute.

The famous actress at the "Three's Company" press luncheon in Beverly Hills, 1981. | Source: Getty Images
Despite the challenges of taking over from such a popular star, this blonde icon carved out her own identity on the series. As nurse Terri Alden, she portrayed a character with more substance and intelligence than Somers' ditzy Chrissy Snow, bringing a grounded presence to the show's final three seasons.

The famous actress as nurse Terri Alden in "Three's Company" in 1981. | Source: Getty Images

The famous actress with her "Three's Company" co-stars John Ritter and Joyce DeWitt at a press luncheon in 1981. | Source: Getty Images
That year, she looked every inch the television star, with her long blonde hair styled in voluminous waves or sleek layered cuts. Her sharp blue eyes were often enhanced with softly blended eyeshadow, and her sculpted cheekbones gave her an elegant, confident look that suited her sophisticated character.

The Hollywood star posing for a portrait in Los Angeles, California, in 1981. | Source: Getty Images

The Hollywood star posing for a portrait in Los Angeles, California, in 1981. | Source: Getty Images
Off-screen, her life was just as glamorous. At the time, the actress was in a long-term relationship with Joel Schur, a 43-year-old Los Angeles businessman she met seven years earlier while working as a glamorous backgammon hostess at Pips.

The Hollywood star posing for a portrait in Los Angeles, California, in 1981. | Source: Getty Images
Unlike the typical flashy crowd there, Schur struck her as humble and sweet, despite being a self-made millionaire in import-export, textiles, and real estate.

The Hollywood star posing for a portrait in Los Angeles, California, in 1981. | Source: Getty Images
Despite their 17-year age gap, their relationship was strong, and they were planning to marry the following year. Though she hadn't yet felt the pull of motherhood, she believed it would come eventually, recalling that her mother had her and her sister later in life, and it kept her feeling young.

The "Three's Company" star and her husband, Joel Schur, at the 33rd Emmy Awards on September 13, 1981, in Pasadena, California. | Source: Getty Images
1982

The famous actress in Beverly Hills in 1982. | Source: Getty Images
1983

The Hollywood star on the set of "The Best of Everything" in 1983. | Source: Getty Images
1986

The actress at the "Legal Eagles" Los Angeles premiere in 1986. | Source: Getty Images
1993

The famous actress at the screening of "Basic Values: Sex, Shock & Censorship in the 90's" in North Hollywood, in 1993. | Source: Getty Images
2003
This star is none other than Priscilla Barnes, who, by 2003, was in her late 40s and continued to maintain a strong presence in Hollywood. Though best known for her time on "Three's Company," she had built a diverse career over the decades, taking on roles that showcased her versatility beyond sitcoms.

Priscilla Barnes during ABC's 50th Anniversary Celebration at The Pantages Theater in Hollywood, California, 2003. | Source: Getty Images
At this stage in her life, Barnes showed the natural signs of aging with grace. Her skin had begun to show fine lines, especially around her eyes and smile, and her cheeks had lost some of their youthful fullness. Despite this, she retained her striking blue eyes, radiant smile, and confident demeanor.

Priscilla Barnes with her husband, Ted Monte, during the world premiere of "Shrink Rap" in Santa Monica, California, 2003. | Source: Getty Images
2006

Priscilla Barnes during the Halloween Extravaganza at the Chiller Theater in Secaucus, New Jersey, 2006. | Source: Getty Images

Kate Lang Johnson and Priscilla Barnes during the "Behind the Mask" premiere at Mann Chinese Theater in Hollywood, California, 2006. | Source: Getty Images
2013

Priscilla Barnes at Florida Supercon on July 5, 2013, in Miami. | Source: Getty Images

Priscilla Barnes at the 2013 Chiller Theatre Expo on April 26 in Parsippany, New Jersey. | Source: Getty Images
2024
In 2024, Barnes turned 70 and continued to make public appearances, showing how her look had evolved over the decades. Her long blonde hair, once voluminous and styled, now fell in simple, natural layers, revealing visible thinning and a finer texture.

Priscilla Barnes at "The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health: 'An Evening From the Heart LA'" event on May 9, 2024, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
Her face showed the deepening lines and sagging of age, particularly around her cheeks and jawline, and her skin had lost its youthful firmness. Despite these changes, she maintained her signature bright blue eyes and warm smile.

Priscilla Barnes and Joyce DeWitt at "The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health: 'An Evening From the Heart LA'" event on May 9, 2024, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

Priscilla Barnes on May 9, 2024, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
Over the years, Barnes's personal life also changed. While she once shared her life with Schur, she later found love with Ted Monte, an actor, director, and writer. In a 2022 Facebook post, she even referred to Monte as her husband.

Priscilla Barnes and Ted Monte at Cirque du Soleil's "KOOZA" red carpet premiere on October 24, 2024, in Santa Monica, California. | Source: Getty Images
2025
At 70, Barnes has aged — as anyone would — and her appearance reflects the natural passage of time. However, a recent public outing sparked a wave of online chatter.
The Hollywood star was recently photographed in Los Angeles wearing a loose burgundy T-shirt and faded jeans, with her hair left down and minimal makeup. The candid photos quickly spread online, leaving many netizens shocked by her appearance.

Priscilla Barnes from a post dated May 23, 2025. | Source: Instagram/chatterboxcomedynight
One person bluntly asked, "Is she homeless? Looks disheveled." Another wrote, "She would do herself a world of good not dressing like a [13-year-old] with a crop top and ripped jeans. She makes herself look like a homeless woman." A third commented in part, "She looks like a homeless person."
Others shared similar harsh sentiments, suggesting Barnes needed a bra, sunglasses, and more age-appropriate clothing, with some saying distressed jeans looked odd on someone her age.
However, not everyone criticized the actress. Many jumped to her defense, praising her natural appearance and confidence. One supporter said, "Everyone ages differently. She looks ok to me, at least she's not filling her face and body with fillers etc."
Another added, "Thank goodness she's not gone down the plastic surgery nip/tuck route...looks good to me," while someone else wrote, "She looks great." Others noted how refreshing it was to see an actress embrace aging naturally, while another fan commented, "Aging is a privilege."
Someone else added, "Let's celebrate women like this." One netizen summed up the broader message, writing about how we all age and should accept these changes without criticism.
Through decades of fame and change, Barnes has remained true to herself. Her journey proves that while looks may fade, confidence and authenticity leave a lasting impression.