Kate Beckinsale is already 43 and hasn’t seemed to age a day since her role in Pearl Harbor. We don’t quite see how this is possible. Could it be that she’s not just a vampire in the “Underworld” franchise but also real life?
Kate Beckinsale beams as she holds a humorous birthday gift featuring a playful caricature of herself, celebrating her 43rd birthday at Scott’s restaurant in London on July 27, 2016 (Credit: Will Alexander / WENN)
Kate Beckinsale: A Timeless Beauty in Hollywood
Kate Beckinsale was born on July 26, 1973, in London, England, which means she was 30 years old when she starred in the 2003 action horror film Underworld, released on September 19, 2003. She was 29 when Underworld started filming in September 2002.
This movie marked a significant turning point in Beckinsale’s career as she shifted from her previous roles in period dramas and romantic comedies to action movies.
A Life Impacted by Underworld: From On-Screen to Off-Screen Relationships
In addition to her professional success, the making of Underworld significantly impacted Kate Beckinsale’s personal life. During the movie’s filming, Beckinsale was in a long-term relationship with actor Michael Sheen, who played the role of Lucian.
Kate Beckinsale as the fierce vampire warrior Selene, wielding dual pistols in an iconic scene from the 2003 action horror film Underworld (Credit: Sony Pictures Releasing)
Interestingly, it was on the set of Underworld that Beckinsale met her future husband, director Len Wiseman. Beckinsale and Sheen share a daughter, Lily Mo Sheen, who also appeared in the movie in a flashback scene when Selene was younger.
Although Beckinsale and Sheen’s romantic relationship ended, they have remained close friends and have been actively involved in raising their daughter. In interviews, Beckinsale has referred to Sheen as her best friend.
Despite the end of their relationship, Beckinsale and Sheen continued to work together professionally. Sheen reprised his role as Lucian in Underworld: Rise of the Lycans, released in 2009. Interestingly, Len Wiseman also directed that movie, and Sheen and Wiseman have since become close friends and collaborators.
Celebrating 43: Kate Beckinsale’s Birthday Style
Kate Beckinsale steps out in a chic blush pink high-low dress paired with metallic gold Jerome C. Rousseau “Zell” sandals as she celebrates her 43rd birthday in London (Credit: Will Alexander / WENN)
The actress was spotted leaving Scott’s restaurant in London as she celebrated her 43rd birthday with a few chosen friends. Kate clutched birthday gifts, including one that said, “The Queens love Kate.”
The mother-of-one wore a nude chiffon top with a matching layered skirt.
A closer look at the humorous birthday gift Kate Beckinsale received, featuring caricatures of her with the text “The Queens Love Kate” against a Union Jack background (Credit: Will Alexander / WENN)
From Jerome C. Rousseau to Giuseppe Zanotti: Kate’s Footwear Choices
Kate wore her ensemble with the Jerome C. Rousseau “Zell” sandals.
Kate Beckinsale shows off her perfectly pedicured toes in gold metallic Jerome C. Rousseau “Zell” platform heels, adding impressive height to her chic birthday look (Credit: Will Alexander / WENN)
The last time Kate wore this ensemble — to promote “Love and Friendship” on Popcorn with Peter Travis — she opted for a different pair of shoes. She wore the same two-piece outfit with the Giuseppe Zanotti “Lavinia” sandals.
Kate Beckinsale stuns in a blush pink high-low dress and gold metallic Jerome C. Rousseau platform sandals at The Moms screening of Love & Friendship in New York City on May 12, 2016 (Credit: Michael Simon / Startraksphoto)
Kate’s Jerome C. Rousseau “Zell” sandals are available in gold and black leather/cork.
Jerome C. Rousseau “Zell” Sandals, $595