▲This smiley star was only 11 years old when she starred in the 2005 film, 'War of the Worlds,' beside Tom Cruise.

▲The 29-year-old is now taking on more adult roles, starring in movies like Tarantino's 'Once Upon a Time In Hollywood.'

▲Many remember seeing double of this red-headed cutie in 'The Parent Trap.'

▲This child star has had some struggles in the past, but she made her comeback with a Christmas movie on Netflix released in 2022.

▲Lovato broke into the mainstream with their starring role on the Disney Channel TV movie, 'Camp Rock.'

▲The lead actor in the 'Home Alone' films was the star of the moment!

▲Do you remember Freddie Highmore in 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' (2005)?

▲He's grown a lot but his boyish face is still the same! He currently plays the protagonist in the TV show 'The Good Doctor.'

▲The actor was known as a child for playing Cole Sear in 'The Sixth Sense' (1999).

▲The 35-year-old Hollywood star changed so much it would be almost impossible to recognize him these days! He's had a few roles in various TV series, and stars in the film 'The Devil Has a Name.'

▲The actress became a Hollywood star at the young age of 5. She rose to fame for her role as Bo Hess in 'Signs' and in 2007 became the youngest actor ever to be nominated for an Oscar for her performance in 'Little Miss Sunshine.'

▲She has grown to become a charming and beautiful young woman. Fans are thrilled with her recent roles in "Slayers" (2022) and 'Stillwater' (2021).

▲Mara Wilson's popularity rose after she starred in 'Mrs. Doubtfire' (1993) and 'Matilda' (1996).

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She's 35 now but has decided to drop the acting career, and focus more on her writing and podcasts.

▲This star was so popular in the late '90s and early 2000s that she had her own show!

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Bynes has dealt with some struggles, including some mental health issues and several arrests, but may be considering a return to acting, according to People.

▲The actor kicked off his career in the role of Peter in classic movie 'Jumanji' (1995).

▲He's 40 today and has changed so much! He still appears in minor films and series.

▲The child star was known for her role as Samara in the movie 'The Ring' (2002).

▲The red-headed beauty looks absolutely stunning. She still stars in the occasional film.

▲The actress rose to stardom after her performance in comedy film 'Curly Sue' (1991).

▲Can you believe she's 41 now? She appeared on 'The Voice' in 2016.

▲The actress's role in 'Pretty Baby' (1978) catapulted her to international fame, which allowed her to play the iconic role of Emmeline Lestrange in 'The Blue Lagoon' (1980).

▲She is totally different now in her fifties, yet she's more dazzling than ever!

▲The actress starred in the movie version of 'The Brady Bunch Movie' in 1995.

▲Do you think you could tell the 39-year-old is the same person?! She now does more voice acting.

▲Mason Gamble became famous for his role in 'Dennis the Menace' (1993).

▲The actor has grown to become a Hollywood heartthrob! Though he seems to have left acting for good.

▲After starring in some small TV movies and commercials, Hilary Duff had her breakout role as 'Lizzie McGuire' in the popular 2001 teen show.

▲Can you believe she's already 35?! She looks amazingly beautiful. She's currently starring in the TV series 'How I Met Your Father.'

▲Remember the adorable Summer from 'School of Rock' (2003)?

▲The 29-year-old actress turned into a gorgeous young woman. Since 2021, she's been starring in the reboot of her childhood TV series, 'iCarly.'

▲Georgie Henley had her movie debut at the young age of 10 in 'Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe' (2005).

▲She's now 27, and has frequently discussed her evolution from a child star to where she is now.

▲What about the nerdy but loyal Neville Longbottom from the 'Harry Potter' movies?

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Matthew Lewis is definitely improving with age! He stars in the film 'Baby Done.'

▲The actor changed dramatically over the years, and seemingly quit Hollywood. However, he made a comeback in 2019, starring in 'Changeland' with Seth Green and doing more interviews.

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These celebs rose to stardom for roles they played when they were young. Some ended up becoming incredibly successful actors, others decided acting wasn't for them.

Click here to see the "then and now" of Hollywood's most popular child stars!

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The actor went on to become an international pop sensation. While they had had some struggles with addiction and mental illness, they seem to be thriving at the moment.

Then and now: Hollywood's most iconic child stars

Hollywood's most popular child stars

28/07/23 por StarsInsider

CELEBRITY Hollywood

These celebs rose to stardom for roles they played when they were young. Some ended up becoming incredibly successful actors, others decided acting wasn't for them.

Click here to see the "then and now" of Hollywood's most popular child stars!