Fans Regret Joan Van Ark’s Decision to Use Plastic Surgery – Her Transformation in Photos

Joan Van Ark, now in her early 80s, continues to be a topic of discussion among fans, who frequently comment on her ever-changing looks. Over the decades, her appearance has noticeably transformed.

Van Ark, a seasoned actress, started her illustrious career at the Minneapolis Guthrie Theater with a role in “The Miser.” Her journey in the entertainment industry has seen her grace numerous TV shows and films, with each phase reflecting a significant evolution in her appearance.

From rising to fame and becoming a beloved household name to facing scrutiny over her looks, let’s delve into the remarkable transformation of Joan Van Ark over the years.

Van Ark in 1979

During this period, Van Ark’s face features smooth, youthful skin. She has high cheekbones and a defined jawline while rocking curly blonde hair. Meanwhile, her eyes appear bright and expressive.

It was during the late 70s that Van Ark appeared on the CBS television series “Knots Landing,” role that turned her into a household name. The show aired for 14 seasons until 1993 and also starred, Constance McCashin and Michele Lee.

Van Ark in 1986

In this image, Van Ark’s face shows subtle changes. Her skin is slightly more mature compared to 1979. The star’s eyebrows are well-groomed and slightly thinner. Van Ark’s hair is styled in voluminous, loose waves.

In this next photo, Van Ark’s facial features are similar to the previous 1986 photo. Her eyebrows are neatly shaped and slightly thinner than in 1979. Her high cheekbones and defined jawline are prominent and her hair is similarly styled with voluminous, loose waves.

Van Ark in 1997

In this photo from 1997, Van Ark’s face shows more mature skin with noticeable signs of aging. Her skin has more visible lines and slight sagging around the eyes and mouth. Meanwhile, the public figure’s eyebrows are thinner and more arched.

Another image from this period shows Van Ark’s hair styled in a blonde look. She sports a bob hairstyle with her blonde hair, falling smoothly around her shoulders.

Van Ark in 2007

Joan Van Ark’s face appears more refined with noticeable cosmetic enhancements at this time. Her skin is smooth and tight, with fewer wrinkles and lines. Meanwhile, her eyebrows are well-defined and slightly arched.

In addition, Van Ark’s eyes appear larger and more lifted, and her lips are fuller compared to earlier years. Her hair is styled in sleek, straight layers that frame her face. The blonde color is consistent with her previous style but appears brighter and more platinum.

Van Ark in 2009

In this picture, Van Ark’s face continues to show signs of cosmetic enhancements. Her skin is very smooth and tight, with minimal wrinkles. Her eyebrows are thin and well-shaped, with a slight arch.

The Hollywood star’s eyes appear lifted and wide, and her lips are noticeably fuller. Her hair is styled in straight, sleek layers and she appears to be in good shape.

Van Ark in 2016

From 2016, images show Van Ark’s skin which is very smooth and tight, with almost no visible wrinkles. Her eyebrows are thin and well-defined, with a slight arch. Her hair is styled in straight layers that fall around her face and shoulders.

During this period, Van Ark attended BritWeek’s 10th Anniversary at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on April 23, 2016, in Beverly Hills, California.

Van Ark’s appearance sparked mixed reactions online. One person claimed. “I love her but sorry way too much botox.” “Well she looks older than that. Hollywood or hard living must really take a tow on some ppl,” added another. While one stated, “She’s 37… in her mind.”

Meanwhile, others still expressed admiration for Van Ark. “Loved her on ‘Knots Landing,'” penned one person. “Knots Landing was my favorite show back in the day,” penned another. Someone else said, “Love her as Val on ‘Knots Landing.'”

Van Ark in 2017

In 2017, Van Ark starred in the film “Psycho Wedding Crasher,” wherein she sported a different hairstyle. Photos show her skin which is extremely smooth and tight and her eyebrows are thin and well-defined, with a noticeable arch.

Her hair is styled in a straight, sleek bob that frames her face closely. The hair color is a dark brown, which is a noticeable change from her previous blonde shades.

Van Ark in 2022

In this 2022 image, Van Ark’s face continues to reflect significant cosmetic enhancements. Her skin is very smooth and tight, with minimal visible wrinkles, giving her a very taut appearance. Her hair is styled in a high ponytail, which adds a youthful and active look to her appearance.

Van Ark made a rare public appearance in June 2022 for the first time in more than three years as she ran errands in Los Angeles. The then-78-year-old was spotted in athletic wear and had her blonde locks tied up in a ponytail.

Amid her outing, she appeared thin which sparked various comments online. One person asked on X, “What’s happening to Joan Van Ark?” More people commented about Van Ark’s looks on Facebook, with one writing, “What happened to her! My heart shattered. May God bless her with the best of health.”

“My goodness, she looks so frail. I hope she is ok, another stated. One observed, “Omg! What happened to her. She was such a beautiful lady.” Someone else penned, “She had plastic surgery years ago when she was much younger and she didn’t need it.”

Meanwhile, others came to her defense by expressing admiration for her. “I so loved her in ‘Knots Landing!’ Awesome actress,” commented one person. Another said, “She actually looks great! If she wants to live a quiet, private life let her do so!” “I think for her age, she looks just fine,” one wrote.

Van Ark in 2024

In this 2024 image, Van Ark’s face continues to show signs of cosmetic enhancements. She has minimal visible wrinkles, giving her a youthful appearance.

Van Ark’s last appearance was in a blue suit with a classic hairstyle and long hair. Social media users commented on her look. “Looks like Joan aged naturally,” wrote one on Facebook. Another mentioned her plastic surgery, writing, “Poor Joan, her surgeon should be fired. She was always so naturally pretty.”

Joan Van Ark turns 81 on June 16, 2024. While some appreciate her decision to maintain her youthful looks, others feel she may have gone too far with cosmetic enhancements.