The Inevitable: Aging Happens!

Still in line with the 20th anniversary of The Princess Bride . . . .

I found the pictures of the movie's stars online. On the left hand is their picture at the time of the movie (1987); on the right is their picture now (20 years after).

Oh, well. Aging and gravity happen.

Westley (Carey Elwes) The charming Westley has shed his hose and princess pursuit for some more modern garb in the 20 years since he tumbled down the hill screaming "As you wish" to his precious Buttercup. Although he continued his comic flair in period satires in "Robinhood Man in Tights," he's since taken on more serious roles in "Georgia Rule" and the spine-tingling "Saw."

Buttercup (Robin Wright Penn) "The Princess Bride" and beautiful Buttercup charmed Westley and audiences alike, but actress Robin Wright Penn didn't stop there. Since her frolics in Florin, this talented star has stolen the scene with her portrayal of characters in "Forrest Gump," "Message in a Bottle" and "White Oleander." Penn seems poised for a fairy-tale Hollywood ending, living in California with husband Sean Penn and their two children. The actress' latest project, "Beowulf," will hit theaters in November. 

Inigo Montoya (Mandy Patinkin) "Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father, prepare to die." Who can forget that line? Not too many! The sword-wielding Spaniard fought his way into our hearts with his revenged crazed rants, but actor Mandy Patinkin sealed a spot with his renowned role in hit series "Dead Like Me."

Prince Humperdink (Chris Sarandon) Although we last left Prince Humperdink quaking in the Honeymoon suite of his own castle, the actor continued his infamous ways in the chilling "Child's Play," at left, and Tim Burton's "A Nightmare Before Christmas." Sarandon has more recently appeared on the acclaimed drama "Law and Order."

Grandson (Fred Savage) Child actor Fred Savage may have worked "Wonders" with his famed television series but the young star earned lasting recognition though his endearing portrayal of the grandson in "The Princess Bride." Thanks to Savage's eager ears and timely sniffle, we too could hear the gripping tale! The grandson is all grown up now, and Savage and his wife and childhood friend, Jennifer Lynn, welcomed a baby boy in 2006. 

Fezzik (Andre the Giant) Fezzik and his ridiculous rhymes may have made Andre the Giant a household name, but this actor also put his massive frame to use as a professional wrestler in France before his role in "The Princess Bride." Sadly, Andre died at the young age of 46 in 1993.

Vizzini (Wallace Shawn) We all know that Vizzini's lack of logic led to his untimely poisoning, but Wallace Shawn sure doesn't lack acting wits. Leaving the wicked ways of Vizzini behind, this actor has continued his adept comedic timing in such notable films as "Clueless," "Toy Story" and "The Incredibles." 

Narrator (Peter Falk) Though Peter Falk's paternal character captivated grandsons and viewers alike with his tall-tale telling, the bulk of this actor's career placed Falk in a far different environment from a childhood bedroom. For Detective Columbo on the popular series of the same name, it was frantic police chases instead of fairy-tale fantasies. 

Miracle Max (Billy Crystal) While Miracle Max revived the "almost dead," actor Billy Crystal performed his own acting miracles across Hollywood. With hilarious roles in "City Slickers" and "Analzye This" — just to name a few — the frequently funny man never failed to bring out a laugh. Crystal will also be the recipient of 2007's Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.

Tyrone Rugen (Christopher Guest) Tyrone Rugen may have left his victims "mostly dead," but the six-fingered man has conquered Hollywood in the film's wake. Though one of the more villainous characters in "Princess Bride," Guest has created his own mockumentary niche with his flicks, "Best in Show," "Spinal Tap" and most recently, "For Your Consideration." 

Valerie (Carol Kane) Carol Kane brought out the snarky witchy-ness of Miracle Max's wife and partner in miracles in the role of Valerie. However, Kane's part as Simka Dahblitz-Gravas — Andy Kaufman's character's wife on "Taxi" — showed how charming quirkiness can be. The actress can now be found still living her fairy tale as Madame Marrible in the Broadway hit "Wicked." 

The Albino (Mel Smith) British actor and comedian Mel Smith left his albino skin behind as he embarked upon his own television series, "The World According to Smith and Larry." Smith also tried his hand at directing with the 2001 film "High Heels and Low Lifes."

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