Bridget Jane Fonda, the granddaughter of renowned actor Henry Fonda and niece of Academy Award winner Jane Fonda, is most famous for her iconic roles in Quentin Tarantino films.

Despite coming from a famous family, she always ensured to showcase her acting skills on merit and talent.

Fonda started acting as early as age 5 and wondered how her life would have been different had she not been born into such a family.

After completing her education at New York University and spending some time at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute, Fonda starred in several notable productions, including “The Godfather Part III,” “Strapless,” “Doc Hollywood,” and “Single White Female,” amongst others.

Fonda quickly became one of Hollywood’s most-watched performers, with “all eyes” on her anticipating her next project.

Fonda’s most notable roles include “Jackie Brown” and “Scandal,” for which she received rave reviews and a Golden Globe nomination.

After marrying Danny Elfman in 2003, Fonda left her career in Hollywood to focus on her family and lead a more discreet lifestyle away from public scrutiny.

The couple has two daughters from Elfman’s previous marriage and one son, Oliver Elfman, born in 2005.

Oliver, now 18, rarely makes public appearances.

Recently, Fonda was spotted in Los Angeles with Oliver, and her appearance caused a stir among fans who criticized her weight gain and change in appearance.

Fonda’s last public appearance was in 2009, and she currently resides with her family on a ranch in Santa Barbara after selling their mansions in Los Angeles for $14.6 million.

The couple initially planned to stay at their ranch for a month during the pandemic but decided to make it their primary home.

Elfman describes how the move allowed him to open Pandora’s box creatively during an interview, as he actively rehearses with his band on the ranch.

Elfman is a famous American singer, songwriter, and composer, having worked on several popular films, including “Batman,” “Spider-Man,” and “Spider-Man 2.” The couple’s luxury mansions were previously bought separately but were conjoined into a single unit with bespoke designs and renovations.

Fonda now focuses on raising her son and spending time with her husband and animals at home.

Though she is not expected to return to Hollywood, Fonda is content with her life and family.

Criticized For Weight Gain.

Since stepping away from the camera, Fonda, now 59, has led a drastically different life and has undergone significant changes – most noticeably her current appearance.

The last year that the “Jackie Brown” actress was last photographed publicly was in 2009 at the premiere of Tarantino’s “Inglourious Basterds.”

After 20 years of living outside the public’s view, Fonda was spotted in Los Angeles in 2020, where the star currently resides.

On two separate occasions, the mom of one got snapped wearing very casual and comfortable attire while busying herself in her hometown.

On the first appearance, Fonda sported a pink Micky Mouse shirt and black sweatpants while carrying what appeared to be her son’s sports kit bag.

In another sighting, the 90s “It Girl” adorned a striped T-shirt, black sweatpants, and New Balance sneakers.

The 90s starlet was also joined by her cute puppy, Yuki.

From both looks, it is clear that Fonda continues to focus on being a mother first and a previous film star second.

The “Doc Hollywood” talent appeared to be wearing no visible make-up and had her hair wrapped in a low-hanging ponytail.

She also carried multiple objects in one hand – her car keys, cell phone, and a tumbler cup.

The apparent physical difference between the Fonda from Hollywood and the Fonda focused on being a mom has caused shock and criticism among fans, with many not being afraid to call this difference out:

Several fans have also expressed complete disbelief at Fonda’s current appearance.

Many even outright denied that it was Fonda who was photographed in recent sightings:

The criticism over her appearance stems from the fact that fans still have her last red carpet appearance in mind.

Many still tend to think of the 90s “It” girl as the Hollywood blonde bombshell from the peak of her career:

The public is in disbelief over Fonda’s new look because she was deemed Hollywood’s 90s “Pin-Up” girl at the pinnacle of her career.

Her enchanting beauty was something else Fonda was known for, and due to recent sightings of the star, fans are rendered incapable of recognizing her.

In 2020 Fonda and Elfman decided to sell their mansions in LA for $14.6 million and moved to their family ranch with their son Oliver.