Bikini Babe! Mischa Barton Shows Off Sexy Beach Bod In Steamy Shoot — See The Pics!

The 30-year-old star has come a long way since her wild child ways as Marissa Cooper on The OC.  As Star readers know, the 2003 "It Girl" had her share of turmoil since here long lost glory days.  

From trash-talking to every-day partying and everything in between, it wasn't long before Mischa was compared to the likes of Tara Reid and Lindsay Lohan.  

Luckily since then, it seems things have been looking up for the once popular actress.  

During a recent beach front photo shoot in sunny Los Angeles, Mischa struck a string of sultry poses that showed off her bombshell curves in a sexy two-piece, paired with a playful floppy hat.  

Now rumored to be dating DWTS partner Artem Chigvintsev, according to The Daily Mail,  looks like there's no way but up for Mischa!