In a nostalgic revisit, the cast of the iconic 1985 film “St. Elmo’s Fire” has been updated for 2022, showcasing how these notable actors have evolved over the years. The coming-of-age film, which featured a star-studded lineup often referred to as “The Brat Pack,” remains a defining piece of cinematic history.
Jud Nelson, who portrayed Alec in the film, was 25 at the time and is now 62. He recently appeared in the 2022 action thriller “The Most Dangerous Game” and has several upcoming projects, including the sci-fi thriller “South of Hope Street.” Ally Sheedy, known for her role as Leslie, was 23 and is now 60. She recently starred in the comedy-drama series “Single Drunk Female” and is set to appear in the drama “Chandelly Bridge.”
Emilio Estevez played Kirby at 23 and is currently 60. He reprised his beloved role as Gordon Bombay in the Disney+ series “The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers” and will return as Billy the Kid in “Young Guns 3.” Mary Winningham, who was 26 in the film, is now 63 and has appeared in various projects, including the drama “All My Puny Sorrows.”
The film also featured Martin Balsam, who unfortunately passed away in 1996, and memorable performances from actors like Andy McDowell, who continues to work in projects such as “Good Girl Jane,” and Rob Lowe, now 58, who recently starred in “9-1-1: Lone Star.”
Demi Moore and Andrew McCarthy, both 59, continue to make waves in their careers, with Moore appearing in “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent” and McCarthy in “The Resident.” The legacy of “St. Elmo’s Fire” and its cast, who defined a generation, continues to resonate, reminding audiences of the enduring impact of coming-of-age stories and the talent that brought them to life.