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John Corbett Then & Now: See The ‘Sex & The City’ Star Through The Years

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July 27, 2023 7:32AM EDT

Aidan Shaw is back in Carrie Bradshaw’s world, and all feels right in TV world. Now that John Corbett has returned for ‘And Just Like That,’ see photos of the actor then and now.

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John Corbett Young

John Corbett Young
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John Corbett has been a heartthrob for as long as he’s been in the business. Before he was stealing hearts as Aidan Shaw on Sex & The City, John had his first breakthrough role in the CBS series Northern Exposure. He earned a Golden Globe and Emmy nomination for his performance in the series.

John made millions of fans swoon when he joined Sex & The City as Aidan Shaw, Carrie’s first serious boyfriend after Big. The Team Aidan fandom got stronger and stronger. He played Aidan for two seasons before Carrie and Aidan went their separate ways for good. John did make an appearance in Sex and the City 2 before reprising the role of Aidan in season 2 of the sequel series And Just Like That.

In addition to Sex & The City, John has also been a part of the My Big Fat Greek Wedding and To All The Boys franchises. John has been a consistent presence in our lives for years, and it’s always a joy to see him onscreen. See photos of the actor then and now in our gallery.

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John Corbett In ‘Northern Exposure’

John Corbett In ‘Northern Exposure’
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John Corbett had his first breakout role in the CBS series Northern Exposure. He played Chris Stevens in the show, which aired from 1990 to 1995. 

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John Corbett In ‘Sex & The City’

John Corbett In ‘Sex & The City’
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John Corbett became the ultimate TV heartthrob when he played Aidan Shaw, Carrie’s boyfriend, in Sex & The City. Carrie and Aidan didn’t end up together then, but Aidan left quite the impression on our hearts. 

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John Corbett In ‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding’

John Corbett In ‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding’
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John Corbett starred alongside Nia Vardalos in the 2002 hit rom-com My Big Fat Greek Wedding. He’ll return for My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3, which will be released in 2023. 

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John Corbett In ‘Raise Your Voice’

John Corbett In ‘Raise Your Voice’
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John Corbett played music teacher Mr. Torvald in the 2004 movie ‘Raise Your Voice.’ The movie also starred Hilary Duff.

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John Corbett In 2006

John Corbett In 2006
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John Corbett looked dapper in this red and black ensemble at the 2006 Fifi Awards. He was rocking much longer hair at the time. 

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John Corbett At The ‘United States Of Tara’ Screening

John Corbett At The ‘United States Of Tara’ Screening
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John Corbett attended the United States of Tara premiere screening in 2009. He played Toni Collette’s husband in the series. 

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John Corbett At The ‘Sex & The City 2’ Premiere

John Corbett At The ‘Sex & The City 2’ Premiere
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John Corbett attended the Sex & The City world premiere in 2010. He made a brief appearance as Aidan in the sequel. 

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John Corbett & Bo Derek In 2014

John Corbett & Bo Derek In 2014
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John Corbett and longtime partner Bo Derek attended the Taormina Film Festival in 2014. They’ve been together since 2002.

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John Corbett At The ‘Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice’ Premiere

John Corbett At The ‘Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice’ Premiere
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John Corbett was one of the celebrities in attendance at the Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice premiere in 2016. That same year, he returned for My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2.

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John Corbett In 2016

John Corbett In 2016
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John Corbett stepped out for the FOX Summer All-Star Party at the TCA Summer Press Tour in 2016. At the time, he was starring in the FX series Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll.

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John Corbett At The 2018 Movieguide Awards

John Corbett At The 2018 Movieguide Awards
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John Corbett accepted his award at the 2018 Movieguide Awards. He received the Most Inspiring Performance in Movies award. 

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John Corbett At The ‘To All The Boys: P.S. I Still Love You’ Premiere

John Corbett At The ‘To All The Boys: P.S. I Still Love You’ Premiere
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John Corbett walked the pink carpet at the 2020 premiere of To All The Boys: P.S. I Still Love You. He played Dr. Dan Covey in the Netflix film.

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John Corbett & Bo Derek In 2022

John Corbett & Bo Derek In 2022
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Bo Derek and John Corbett attended the AFI Life Achievement Award & Gala event in 2022. The couple married in 2020. 

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John Corbett & Sarah Jessica Parker In 2023

John Corbett & Sarah Jessica Parker In 2023
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John Corbett returned as Aidan Shaw for season 2 of And Just Like That. Carrie and Aidan are finally getting another chance at romance. 

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John Corbett As Aidan Shaw In 2023

John Corbett As Aidan Shaw In 2023
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John Corbett made his first And Just Like That appearance in the seventh episode of season 2. Carrie and Aidan reunited after 13 years. 

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