Here's What The Glamorous Cast Of Dallas Looks Like Today

"Dallas" is among the most iconic drama shows of the 1980s — and arguably one of the best soap operas of all time. The series follows the Ewing family, old-money oil barons and ranchers in Texas, through their troublesome personal and professional lives. Stars like Linda Gray and Victoria Principal carried the show during its prime with power and grace, even if they were too often ignored in favor of their male co-stars. These leading ladies of "Dallas" often showed off the things people actually found attractive in the '80s, which is totally different from how they style themselves now.

Today, many of these talented actors are still working in the industry. Given their continued presence in the public eye, we are able to get a glimpse of them almost 40 years later and compare their looks. Though some stars have changed more than others since their time on "Dallas," one thing is for sure: They're all just as stunning today as they were on the original series.

As Sue Ellen Ewing, Linda Gray appeared in the most episodes of any other woman in the cast of "Dallas." Linda Gray stunned on "Dallas," and the '80s star looks just as amazing now. As Sue Ellen, she rocked flawlessly feathered '80s updos and glamorous outfits. In real life, Gray keeps her soft brown locks in a more sensible shoulder-length bob and has swapped out Sue Ellen's very '80s statement earrings for modern gold hoops. We saw this in her appearance at the Farrah Fawcett Foundation's Tex-Mex Fiesta in 2024.

Like every character on "Dallas," Deborah Rennard's Sly Lovegren evolved over the course of the series quite a bit. Sly went from J.R. Ewing's loyal secretary who often found herself aiding in his schemes, to leaving Ewing Oil for good in the TV movie "Dallas: J.R. Returns." As Sly, Rennard wore expertly curled blond locks and business-appropriate attire (though her character occasionally cut loose, as seen above). In real life, at Paisan Con in September 2026, Rennard showed off her updated look, complete with a trendy half-up, half-down hairstyle and claw clip.

Victoria Principal portrayed Pamela Barnes Ewing, the wife of Bobby Ewing and sister of Ewing family rival Cliff Barnes, from 1978 to 1987. Both before and during the filming of "Dallas," Victoria Principal mastered every '70s hair trend. As Pamela, the actor rocked several styles with ease, whether they were voluminous '80s waves, retro mullets, or polished updos. In real life, Principal has moved behind the camera and out of the spotlight to become a producer. She shared a selfie in August 2026 with her brown hair in gentle waves rather than in an over-the-top '80s style. 

As the youngest member of the "Dallas" leading ladies, Charlene Tilton started out as Lucy Ewing at only 17 years old. Lucy was the granddaughter of Miss Ellie, who often got into trouble. Tilton was styled in ways that emphasized her youth during the earlier seasons of the show, with her light-blond hair put into loose waves or twin braids. At the Farrah Fawcett Foundation's Tex-Mex Fiesta in 2026, Tilton showed off her signature blond hair, though it is now kept in flawlessly tousled updos. 

With how iconic her legacy has been, Priscilla Presley's tenure as Jenna Wade on "Dallas" has largely fallen to the wayside. Presley was the third actor to take over the role of Jenna, but still made her mark on the series. As pics of Priscilla Presley before and after she found her iconic red hair hue show, Presley rocked dark-brown hair on "Dallas." While speaking at a screening of "Escape from Extinction: Rewilding" in 2025, Presley rocked her now-signature vibrant red hair.

Sheree J. Wilson first made her "Dallas" debut in 1986, portraying April Stevens Ewing — Bobby Ewing's wife after Pamela Barnes. With her very 1980s curly perm and stylish looks, Wilson provided ample glam inspiration to vintage audiences. We've seen what Wilson (alongside her fellow leading ladies of the '90s' best TV Westerns) looks like now, which is absolutely stunning. While attending the Farrah Fawcett Foundation's Tex-Mex Fiesta in 2025, we got to see Wilson's blond hair in loose ringlets rather than a spiral '80s perm.