Looking Back On Your Fave ’80s Teen Crushes

Michelle Pfeiffer as Elvira Hancock in Scarface (1983)

Michelle Pfeiffer was the sultry Elvira Hancock in the iconic film, Scarface. Tony's instant attraction to a wealthy drug dealer's girlfriend doesn't bode well, but he manages to poach the blonde beauty and take over Frank's drug dealing empire as well. You may remember Pfeiffer's sizzling bikini scenes, but it was her trademark shades and cool fashion that made her an '80s babe.

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Michelle Pfeiffer—Now

After Scarface, Michelle Pfeiffer went on to score award-winning and Oscar-nominated roles in films like Dangerous Liaisons, Love Field, The Age of Innocence, and White Oleander. The talented A-lister is currently married to writer-producer David E. Kelley and they have a son and an adopted daughter together.

Phoebe Cates as Linda Barrett in Fast Times At Ridgemont High (1982)

Hoowee! Phoebe Cates wowed in a red bikini in the iconic '80s coming-of-age film, Fast Times At Ridgemont High. She gave us an eye-popping topless scene in the film, fulfilling Brad's (and our) fantasy.

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Phoebe Cates—Now

Phoebe Cates didn't land any other roles as notable as the one that made her famous (and then that movie Gremlins)... she quit onscreen acting altogether after 2001. Outside of acting, she is a talented dancer. She met fellow actor Kevin Kline in 1979 and the two married in 1989. The couple has two children together and live in New York City.

Molly Ringwald as Andie Walsh in Pretty In Pink (1986)

Molly Ringwald was Hughes's muse, playing three of his most memorable characters in three consecutive years—Samantha Baker in Sixteen Candles (1984), Claire Standish in The Breakfast Club (1985), and Andie Walsh in Pretty in Pink (1986). A poor kid with few friends, Andie makes her own clothes and takes care of her father (Harry Dean Stanton). In his Chicago Sun-Times review, Roger Ebert compared Ringwald to a "young Elizabeth Taylor"; while she has played many roles since, Andie still ranks as one of her finest performances.

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Molly Ringwald—Now

No longer a teenager herself, Ringwald starred as the mom on the ABC Family show The Secret Life of the American Teenager, a role she plays in real life as well—she and husband Panio Gianopoulos have three children.

John Cusack as Lloyd Dobler in Say Anything (1989)

John Cusack was the sensitive Lloyd in Cameron Crowe's iconic '80s romdram Say Anything (1989). Lloyd fell for the high school valedictorian square, Diane Court, and proceded to win the rich girl's heart by holding a boombox over his head blasting their song, "In Your Eyes" by Peter Gabriel.

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John Cusack—Now

Today, John Cusack is an '80s crush turned contemporary A-lister. With movies like Being John Malkovich, High Fidelity, and 2012 under his ever-widening belt, John Cusack has proven himself an all-star actor and producer in the film industry. While Lloyd had only aspired to be a kickboxing champion, John Cusack has a real life black belt in Urquidez's Ukidokan Kickboxing.

Ralph Macchio as Johnny Cade in The Outsiders (1983)

Ralph Macchio was a surprising 20 years old when he played the damaged Johnny Cade, the youngest Greaser, who everybody treated like a little brother. Too bad Johnny’s father abused him and his mother acknowledged his presence with either yelling or complete indifference. The actor’s character creates the movie’s major drama when he murders a Soc, the Greaser’s rival gang.

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Ralph Macchio—Now

Macchio’s career took off quickly, but then flamed out just as fast. He became immensely popular thanks to 1984’s The Karate Kid, and he milked his role as Daniel-Son for its sequels that came out in ‘86 and ’89. He also got some attention thanks to My Cousin Vinny in 1992, but it’s been pretty slim pickings for Macchio since.

Andrew McCarthy as Clay in Less Than Zero (1987)

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Andrew McCarthy—Now

Since Less Than Zero, McCarthy has retained his boyish good looks and acting career to boot. In 1989, McCarthy scored another hit in the comedy Weekend At Bernie’s, and continued to land lead and supporting roles in major films. While his star doesn’t shine nearly as brightly as it did during his “Brat Pack” days, he continues to star in film and TV shows, like Gossip Girl and White Collar.

Demi Moore as Jules in St. Elmo's Fire (1985)

Jules, the wild child of the bunch, had everyone worried. Her life of excess and distraction built up to a nerve-wracking crescendo in St. Elmo's Fire that brought the group of friends back together in a dramatic finale... But after all the love triangles and confusing hookups, it was an impressive thing that Jules still managed to take the cake.

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Demi Moore—Now

Known for her svelte physique and husky voice, Demi Moore has never been far from the spotlight. After her recent split from Ashton Kutcher, Demi Moore's personal life has too closely resembled that of Jules. She recovered from a substance abuse problem.

Tom Cruise as Joel Goodson in Risky Business (1983)

When the cat's away, the mice will play... Or in this case, just one mouse. Here's Tom Cruise as Joel Goodson (more like Badson!) rocking out to the hit song, "Old Time Rock And Roll," in just a shirt, undies and the booty shaking that made this scene an instant classic. While his parents are out of town, Goodson hires a prostitute, gets kicked out of school, gets in a slew of trouble with a pimp and yet still manages to have the time of his life.

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Tom Cruise—Now

Tom Cruise has continued to act in recent popular films like Minority Report, the Mission Impossible franchise, and Jack Reacher. The superstar actor is just as well-known for his blockbuster movies as he is for his personal life. The A-lister counts Nicole Kidman and Katie Holmes as ex-wives and the media has speculated that both took issue with his strong belief in Scientology. He has one daughter named Suri Cruise from his previous marriage to Katie Holmes.

Christian Slaters as J.D. in Heathers (1988)

Christian Slater played the dark and brooding J.D. of the 1988 hit, Heathers. As Winona Ryder's love interest in the unusual high school romance, J.D. makes the bad boy look hot albeit totally psycho.

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Christian Slater—Now

After Heathers, Christian Slater kept girls swooning with his role in another dark film, Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles with heartbreakers Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise. One of his most successful roles though, was as a voice actor on the popular TV series Robot Chicken from 2005 to 2012. In 2007, Slater made headlines when he said he was still in love with his Heathers costar, but it doesn't look like they'll be hooking up on or off screen anytime soon.

Beverly D’Angelo as Ellen Griswold in National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989)

In this holiday installment of the Griswold family movies, Ellen returns as the levelheaded voice of reason. As always, she’s less than impressed with her husband’s efforts to create the perfect family memory. "Clark! Slow down! I don't want to spend the holidays dead!" she complains after they hop in the car to look for the perfect Christmas tree. Later she sums up the whole experience as best she can: “I don't know what to say, except, it's Christmas and we're all in misery.”

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Beverly D’Angelo—Now

Beverly D’Angelo’s Hollywood career has run the gamut in the years since her Christmas adventure with Chevy Chase. Amongst her many roles, she played the ill-fated Kitty Menendez in the made-for-television film Menendez: A Killing in Beverly Hills (1994) and Doris Vinyard in American History X (1998). Proving she can’t be typecast, D’Angelo shone as Barbara “Babs” Miller, Ari Gold’s casting agent mentor on Entourage (2005-2011). The actress’ love life has been just as varied. For a time she was married to Lorenzo Salviati, an Italian duke, and her seven-year relationship with Al Pacino produced twins Olivia and Anton in 2001. The couple split two years later.

Kelly McGillis as Charlie in Top Gun (1986)

Sure, we all remember Tom Cruise serenading her with "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'," but Kelly McGillis was just as memorable as the sexy Charlie with a Ph.D. in Astrphysics. Maverick is impressed by her strong intellect, but her golden locks and handsome looks don't hurt either.

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Kelly McGillis—Now

Still as beautiful as ever (if not more so?!), Kelly McGillis has continued to act since her role as Charlie in Top Gun. Her most recent onscreen appearance was in 2011's The InnKeepers, but she's in two films due for release in 2013. In 2009, McGillis came out as a lesbian and now lives in North Carolina with her partner, Melanie Leis.