50 Captivating Photos of Julie Christie in the 1960s That Epitomize the Golden Age of Hollywood

In the landscape of 1960s cinema, Julie Christie stood as a beacon of the era’s cultural shifts, encapsulating the spirit and style that defined a generation. This decade was her zenith, with her natural charisma and talent catapulting her to the status of both a fashion icon and a symbol of modern femininity.

The Dawn of a New Cinematic Era

The 1960s brought a new wave of filmmaking, with stories that broke away from conservative traditions, mirroring the society’s progressive tides. Julie Christie’s emergence on the big screen was timely. She debuted in a period thirsty for change, ready to embrace a woman who was both vulnerable and powerful, traditional yet rebellious. In “Billy Liar” (1963), she played the free-spirited Liz, capturing the hearts of audiences with her striking beauty and the depth of her acting.

Christie’s character, Liz, wasn’t just a fictional construct but a representation of a new kind of British woman: independent, bright, and unapologetic about her desires and ambitions. This role set the tone for Christie’s career; she wasn’t just playing characters—she was setting a precedent for the portrayal of women in cinema.

An Icon of Change and Charisma

Perhaps no other role defines Julie Christie’s influence in the 1960s as much as her Academy Award-winning performance in “Darling” (1965). The film presented her as a fashion model navigating through the fame and decadence of London life, capturing the complexities of an evolving society’s attitudes towards sexuality, relationships, and success.

Her performance in “Darling” was a cultural touchstone that reflected the very essence of the 60s. It was a time when the old was giving way to the new, and Christie’s Diana Scott was a character that many women aspired to be—fierce, ambitious, and in control of her destiny. This movie didn’t just win her an Oscar; it made her a lasting emblem of the decade.

Her personal style was imitated worldwide, with her famous hairstyles and fashion sense becoming symbols of the era’s new aesthetic. Christie wasn’t just an actress; she was a trendsetter, influencing beauty and fashion trends that defined the 60s.

#1 Julie Christie filming ‘Far from the Madding Crowd’ in Weymouth, UK, 1966.

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#2 Julie Christie at a fashion show in Paris, France, 1966.

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#3 Julie Christie at a fashion show in Paris, France, 1966.

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#4 Julie Christie attending a fashion show in Paris, France, 1966.

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#5 Julie Christie with her Best Actress Academy Award for ‘Darling’, 1966.

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#6 Julie Christie at the Royal Film Performance of ‘Born Free’ in London, 1966.

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#7 Julie Christie at the ‘Born Free’ Royal Film Performance, Odeon Leicester Square, London, 1966.

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#8 Julie Christie on the set of the film ‘Fahrenheit 451’, 1966.

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#9 Julie Christie at a party in Los Angeles, California, 1966.

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#10 Julie Christie attending a Los Angeles party, 1966.

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#11 Julie Christie posing for a photo in New York, 1965.

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#12 Julie Christie at the ‘Dr. Zhivago’ New York City Premiere Party, 1965.

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#13 Julie Christie in a pin-up pose in London before attending the ‘Dr. Zhivago’ premiere, 1965.

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#14 Julie Christie at the ‘Doctor Zhivago’ premiere in New York, 1965.

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#15 Julie Christie and Dirk Bogarde in a scene from ‘Darling’, 1965.

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#16 Dirk Bogarde with Julie Christie in ‘Darling’, 1965.

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#17 Julie Christie in a role portrait from ‘Darling’, 1965.

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#18 Julie Christie in a scene from ‘Darling’ as ‘Diana’, 1965.

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#19 Julie Christie as Lara Antipova in ‘Doctor Zhivago’, 1965.

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#20 Julie Christie pointing a gun in ‘Doctor Zhivago’, 1965.

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#21 Julie Christie in a publicity portrait for ‘Doctor Zhivago’, 1965.

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#22 Julie Christie with a serious look in ‘Doctor Zhivago’, 1965.

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#23 Julie Christie in a studio portrait, circa 1965.

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#24 Julie Christie posing beside a tree trunk, circa 1965.

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#25 Julie Christie in a green dress in a studio portrait, circa 1965.

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#26 Julie Christie as Lara Antipova in ‘Doctor Zhivago’, 1965.

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#27 Julie Christie in the UK, 1964.

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#28 Julie Christie eating grapes in a hospital bed, UK, 1964.

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#29 Julie Christie in costume for ‘Young Cassidy’ in London, 1964.

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#30 Julie Christie in a dressing room backstage at a theatre, 1964.

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#31 Julie Christie backstage at a theatre, 1964.

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#32 Julie Christie lying in a bath, 1964.

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#33 Julie Christie in Birmingham, 1963.

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#34 Julie Christie, Birmingham, 1963.

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#35 Julie Christie with a cat in Birmingham, 1963.

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#36 Julie Christie in London wearing a PVC jacket, smoking a cigarette with a drink in a pub, 1963.

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#37 Julie Christie, 1960s

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#38 Julie Christie posing on a beach in a bikini, 1960s

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#39 Julie Christie near her home in Birmingham, 1963.

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#40 Julie Christie lying on the floor, 1960s

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#41 Julie Christie in London, 1962.

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#42 Julie Christie in a shooting session in Lido, Venice, 1963.

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#43 Julie Christie as Andromeda in ‘A for Andromeda’, 1962.

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#44 Julie Christie, 1960s

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#45 Julie Christie leaning on a television set for ‘A for Andromeda’, 1962.

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#46 Julie Christie in London, 1962.

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#47 Julie Christie, London, 1962.

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#48 Julie Christie close-up portrait, circa 1968.

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#49 Julie Christie shopping on Kings Road, London, 1968.

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#50 Julie Christie as Bathsheba in ‘Far from the Madding Crowd’, 1967.

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#51 Julie Christie riding a horse in a field for ‘Far From the Madding Crowd’, 1967.

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