It's interesting to think about how drastically things have changed in the relatively short amount of time that has passed. Everything is so much different now than it was just 20, 30, or 40 years ago. Because of advancing technology and changing trends, things are evolving all the time. A few decades is merely a blip in the timeline in the grand scheme of things, but society can change a whole awful lot. The change of time is odd, but it makes for some cool memories and images.

Everything is documented on the web. The Internet is filled with history from all times in life. This means that so many photos from the past can be found all over the web. Everything can be found somewhere online, from every influential celebrity to every tiny fashion trend. It's fun to look back on how it all started.

For everyone's viewing pleasure, here is a collection of 25 images showcasing how Hollywood looked throughout the decades. Many of these folks still have an impact on Hollywood and the media today. Do you recognize any of these influential stars?