From Child Stars to Gorgeous Adult Celebs – 40 Photos That Show the Passage of Time

They grew up on screen, and now they're all grown up. These before and after photos reveal how former child stars have changed over the years and what they're up to today. Child stars have long fascinated audiences — not just for their early talents, but for the sheer curiosity of watching them grow up in the spotlight. Many of these familiar faces became household names through beloved TV shows and blockbuster films, gracing red carpets in their youth with awkward charm, toothy grins, and wide-eyed innocence. Now, years — even decades — later, these once pint-sized stars have grown into striking adults. However, while some stayed in the spotlight, others stepped back, reinvented themselves, or found entirely new careers. Alexis BledelBledel became a household name in the 2000s thanks to