What The Leading Ladies Of The '90s Best TV Westerns Look Like Now

The 1990s experienced a small revival of the TV Western. While the television genre peaked in the 1950s, with shows like "Gunsmoke," "Maverick," and "Rawhide" emerging as some of the most beloved Western media of all time, the final decade of the 20th century saw a few projects that sought to reinvigorate the trend. Shows like "Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman," "Walker, Texas Ranger," and "The Adventures of Brisco County, Jr." are considered classic Western TV shows — in large part due to the leading ladies that made them so iconic. Even today, as the country-Western aesthetic has become the fashion gift that keeps on giving, these projects are incredibly influential. While the genre isn't as popular as it once was, the talented casts behind the biggest '90s Westerns maintain their presence in the industry.

Stars like Jane Seymour, Sheree J. Wilson, and Kelly Rutherford continue to stun decades after their respective Westerns have come to an end. While Seymour and Rutherford have spearheaded new projects, Wilson has laid relatively low in comparison, coming out every few years to appear in small parts. Nevertheless, the three bombshells are still looking gorgeous today. 

Jane Seymour's most iconic role came from the acclaimed 1990s Western drama "Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman." The actor portrayed the titular character, Dr. Michaela "Mike" Quinn, a physician who faces challenges after moving to a small Colorado frontier town in the post-Civil War era. The show ran for six seasons from 1993 to 1998, and became a fan favorite for complete families. Seymour was a star long before she took on the role of Dr. Mike; in 1973, her career took off after portraying Solitaire, the main Bond girl in "Live and Let Die." On "Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman," she had a toned-down look that fit the show's rural setting. She regularly rocked practical updos and minimal makeup.

Jane Seymour doesn't buy into the myth that aging ends your life, and that much is clear from her stunning appearance. Seymour is still rocking the gorgeous red hair that made Dr. Mike so striking, and maintains that embracing the changes that come with age is what keeps her happy. Seymour — whose current project "Henry Wild" is on its fifth season –spoke with NewBeauty in June 2026 about cultivating confidence and joy as a mature woman. "I think it's health, happiness, feeling comfortable in my skin and feeling like I'm really part of today's world. I'm working, I'm creating every day and I feel I'm actually in my prime when it comes to my creativity — I have an enormous amount of energy," she told the publication. "I think that aging is actually a privilege, and it's a very joyful time because you are free to be anything you want to be. There are no rules!"

Sheree J. Wilson has starred in two of the most recognizable Western television shows. She appeared on "Dallas" and also co-led "Walker, Texas Ranger" alongside Chuck Norris, who passed away in March 2026. On this iconic '90s Western, Wilson portrayed assistant district attorney Alex Cahill, who went on to date and then marry Norris' character, Cordell Walker, as the show progressed. While Wilson's character has been criticized for eventually falling heavily into the "damsel in distress" trope, she is still beloved by fans of the show today. 

As Alex Walker, Wilson maintained a professional (yet notably Texan) vibe to fit her character's role as ADA. In her real life today, Wilson injects much more glam into her look. At the Farrah Fawcett Foundation's 2025 Tex-Mex Fiesta, Wilson reminded us that animal prints are the new neutrals in an Afghan coat with a luxurious fur trim and cheetah-print lining. Wilson still rocks her trademark blond hair, which she wore in loose ringlets for the event. The actor is still just as stunning today as she was in "Walker, Texas Ranger," and pictures prove it. 

"The Adventures of Brisco County, Jr." is one of the '90s most short-lived (yet beloved) Western television projects. Kelly Rutherford starred in the show alongside Bruce Campbell in the leading role, Julius Carry, and Christian Clemenson. Throughout the series, which ran for one season between 1993 and 1994, Rutherford portrayed Dixie Cousins, a recurring saloon girl/con-woman who became Brisco's love interest. As Dixie, Rutherford rocked full blond curls and sultry saloon outfits to play into the character's role. The show also saw Rutherford wear stylish riding ensembles and chic Western outfits, as Cousins was an incredibly versatile character.

Rutherford's look in real life leans into the "old money" aesthetic she cultivated on-screen as Lily van der Woodsen on "Gossip Girl" — perhaps her most well-known role. She typically keeps her blond hair slicked back and dons streamlined dresses made of high-quality materials. Rutherford is just as stunning today as in "The Adventures of Brisco County, Jr." However, her fashion leans more into chic, quiet luxury vibes rather than the high camp of her iconic Western saloon singer character.