At 64, Michelle Yeoh remains at the peak of her powers. The legendary Malaysian actress, humanitarian, and fashion plate’s astonishing career has spanned wuxia classics (see: Ang Lee’s iconic Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon), action epics (Tomorrow Never Dies), poignant dramas (Memoirs of a Geisha), infectious rom-coms (Crazy Rich Asians, anyone?), musicals (Wicked), and then projects like Everything Everywhere All at Once that defy easy categorization.

Now, ahead of her turn in Blade Runner 2099 later this year opposite Hunter Schafer—and in honor of her birthday—we’re taking a nostalgic trip back to Yeoh’s early years on the scene. Herewith, some beguiling vintage photographs of the great Michelle Yeoh.