▲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!

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

▲The 25-year-old is now taking on more adult roles, starring briefly in 'Ocean's 8.'

▲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 is currently back in the limelight with a new reality show, centered around her businesses in Greece.

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

▲The actress has now become an international pop sensation, but it's not without its drawbacks. She has been struggling with addiction for some time now, and went to the hospital in 2018 after an overdose.

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

▲The actor changed dramatically as he has been through some rough times, but he's now quit Hollywood and seems to be happier than ever.

▲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!

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

▲The 30-year-old Hollywood star changed so much it would be almost impossible to recognize him these days!

▲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.

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

▲She's 31 now but has decided to drop the acting career.

▲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.

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

▲He's 36 today and has changed so much!

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

▲The red-headed beauty looks absolutely stunning.

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

▲Would you honestly say she's 37 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 at the age of 53, but 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 35-year-old is the same person?!

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

▲The actor has grown to become a Hollywood heartthrob!

▲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 31?! She looks amazingly beautiful.

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

▲The 25-year-old actress turned into a gorgeous young woman.

▲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 23, 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!

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Then and now: Hollywood's most iconic child stars

These actors have grown up and changed a lot, but could you still recognize them today?

26/03/19 por StarsInsider

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The young stars of our childhood have grown up and some of them look unrecognizable these days.

Check out Hollywood's most iconic child stars, then and now!