Check Out What The Cast Of ‘Clueless’ Looks Like 30 Years La…

The cast of Clueless (1995) has seen a mix of continued success, personal challenges, and transformations in the 30 years since the iconic teen comedy premiered. Below is an overview of key cast members, their roles, and where they are now, based on available information as of July 20, 2025.

Key Cast Members of Clueless and Their Updates:

1. Alicia Silverstone (Cher Horowitz)

• Then: At 18, Silverstone became a star playing the fashionable, kind-hearted, and slightly ditzy Cher, known for her iconic yellow plaid outfit and catchphrase “As if!”
• Now: At 48, Silverstone remains active in Hollywood, starring in films like Vamps (2012) with director Amy Heckerling and TV shows like Suburgatory. She’s a vocal vegan and animal rights activist, authoring The Kind Diet. Her parenting choices, like chewing food for her son Bear, have sparked controversy. She reprised Cher in a 2023 Super Bowl ad for Rakuten and remains fond of the film’s legacy, telling Vogue, “What’s there to be sick of? People liking the movie you’re in? It truly doesn’t get better.” She was recently spotted in West Hollywood, embracing a more casual style compared to Cher’s preppy look.

1. Paul Rudd (Josh Lucas)

• Then: At 26, Rudd played Cher’s nerdy yet charming ex-stepbrother and love interest, a role that launched his career.
• Now: At 56, Rudd is a Hollywood mainstay, known for roles in Anchorman, The 40-Year-Old Virgin, and as Ant-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Named People’s Sexiest Man Alive in 2021, his age-defying appearance is often noted. He’s married to Julie Yaeger, with two children, Jack and Darby. Rudd almost lost the role due to a buzzed haircut but kept it after his hair grew back. He recently filmed Power Ballad in Dublin (2024).

1. Brittany Murphy (Tai Frasier)

• Then: At 17, Murphy played the naive transfer student Tai, delivering the iconic line, “You’re a virgin who can’t drive.”
• Now: Tragically, Murphy passed away in December 2009 at 32 from pneumonia, complicated by anemia and legal drug intoxication. Her career included hits like 8 Mile, Girl, Interrupted, and Uptown Girls. Her death remains a sensitive topic among fans, with Silverstone noting their special connection: “I loved working with Brittany. She was so talented, so warm, and so sweet.”

1. Stacey Dash (Dionne Davenport)

• Then: At 28, Dash played Cher’s stylish best friend Dionne, a role she reprised in the Clueless TV series (1996–1999).
• Now: At 58, Dash has appeared in films like View from the Top and TV shows like The Game. She became a controversial figure as a Fox News contributor (2014–2017), known for conservative views, and briefly ran for Congress in 2018. She faced legal issues, including a 2019 domestic violence arrest (later dropped). Dash has two children, Austin and Lola, and has been married and divorced four times. She reunited with Silverstone for a 2022 TikTok, captioned “Forever Cher & Dionne BFFs.”

1. Donald Faison (Murray Duvall)

• Then: At 21, Faison played Dionne’s boyfriend Murray, a role he reprised in the TV series.
• Now: At 51, Faison is best known as Dr. Chris Turk on Scrubs (2001–2010). He’s starred in films like Remember the Titans and Uptown Girls and hosts the podcast Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach Braff. A father of six, he’s balanced family life despite personal losses, including his first wife. Faison noted Clueless changed his career trajectory.

1. Elisa Donovan (Amber Mariens)

• Then: Donovan played Cher’s fashion-obsessed rival Amber, reprising the role in the TV series.
• Now: At 54, Donovan has acted in Sabrina the Teenage Witch and TV movies like Framed for Murder. She reprised Amber in a 2023 Rakuten Super Bowl ad with Silverstone, calling it “surreal.” She battled anorexia during Clueless filming, seeking help after a health scare. Donovan is married to Charlie Bigelow and has a daughter, Scarlett Avery.

1. Breckin Meyer (Travis Birkenstock)

• Then: At 21, Meyer played the laid-back skateboarder Travis, Tai’s love interest.
• Now: At 51, Meyer has starred in Road Trip, Rat Race, and voiced characters in Robot Chicken (earning an Emmy nomination). He appeared in Good Girls (2021) and co-founded a production company with Ryan Phillippe and Seth Green. Divorced from Deborah Kaplan, he has two daughters, Caitlyn and Clover, and is dating influencer Kelly Rizzo as of 2024.

1. Jeremy Sisto (Elton Tiscia)

• Then: At 20, Sisto played the snobby rich kid Elton.
• Now: At 50, Sisto has starred in Six Feet Under, Law & Order, Suburgatory (with Silverstone), and FBI (2018–present). Married to Addie Lane, he has two children, Charlie and Bastian. He initially auditioned for Josh and aimed to satirize rich kids he knew.

1. Wallace Shawn (Mr. Wendell Hall)

• Then: Already known for The Princess Bride and My Dinner with Andre, Shawn played the lovable teacher Mr. Hall.
• Now: At 81, Shawn continues acting, with roles in Young Sheldon (2017–2024), Gossip Girl, and voicing Rex in the Toy Story franchise. A respected playwright, he’s praised Clueless fans as “smart and people of good will.”

1. Dan Hedaya (Mel Horowitz)
   • Then: Hedaya played Cher’s lawyer father, Mel, after roles in Cheers and The Addams Family.
   • Now: At 85, Hedaya has continued in villainous roles in The First Wives Club, Alien: Resurrection, and Blue Bloods. He’s married to Lauren Tom and has three children. His most recent role was in The God Committee (2021).
2. Justin Walker (Christian Stovitz)
   • Then: At 27, Walker played Cher’s crush Christian, who is revealed to be gay.
   • Now: At 55, Walker left acting in the early 2000s for business ventures, including running Teddy Teadle’s Grill in California and launching a fantasy sports betting website. His appearance has changed significantly, with salt-and-pepper hair replacing his ’90s heartthrob look.
3. Twink Caplan (Miss Geist)
   • Then: Caplan played the frumpy teacher Miss Geist, who marries Mr. Hall.
   • Now: At 77, Caplan has worked as a producer and actor, with roles in Vamps (2012) and small parts in All That and Royalties.

Additional Notes:

• Reunions: The cast has reunited at events like the 2019 Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo and 90s Con (2023), with Silverstone, Rudd, Faison, Meyer, and others sharing nostalgic moments. A 2023 Rakuten Super Bowl ad featured Silverstone and Donovan as Cher and Amber.
• Cultural Impact: Clueless remains a cultural touchstone, inspiring fashion trends, Iggy Azalea’s “Fancy” music video, and a 2018 Broadway musical. A Peacock reboot focusing on Dionne was canceled in 2021.
• Ages During Filming: The cast’s real-life ages varied: Silverstone (18), Murphy (17), Sisto (20), Faison (21), Meyer (21), Rudd (26), Dash (28). This mix added authenticity to their roles.

The Clueless cast’s journeys reflect a mix of Hollywood success, personal reinvention, and tragedy, with many still active in the industry or public life, while others have stepped away. Their youthful appearances and the film’s enduring legacy continue to captivate fans.