Brooke Shields: “The Blue Lagoon,” 1980

Draped in a makeshift bikini, Brooke Shields captivated audiences in “The Blue Lagoon.” This 1980 film follows two shipwrecked children who grow up on a deserted island, discovering love and survival. Brooke plays Emmeline, whose innocence and beauty shine through her natural, unadorned look. Brooke was just 14 while filming “The Blue Lagoon,” making her performance all the more impressive.

Brooke’s career kicked off as a child model in the late 1960s, but her role in “Pretty Baby” in 1978 garnered significant attention. Her major works span both film and television, including “Endless Love,” “Suddenly Susan,” and guest appearances on “Friends.”