Then and Now: Celebrity Version. You Won’t Believe How They’ve Changed

Jennifer Lopez

On the left, Lopez is 22 in 1994 before her career takes off. On the right, she is a glowing 42.

Tom Cruise

Look at those teeth! 21-year-old Tom Cruise has come quite far and is no one of the highest-gross actors of all time.

Nicole Kidman

Australian actress Kidman is 16 years old and all curls on the left. While she had just begun her acting career at that age, she got herstarted six years later with Bangkok Hilton and Dead Calm.

Cristiano Ronaldo

Again, the teeth make such a difference. Only 16 years are between these ictures. Ronaldo, now among the most successful soccer stars, was 18 years old when he was the first Portuguese player on Manchester United.

Nicole Richie

At 11, Richie is unrecognizable as the star the world knows today. She is now a well-known fashion icon.

Matthew McConaughey

After playing a number of supporting roles in the 90s, McConaughey got his start with 1996 A Time To Kill. Since, he as an Academy Award winning actor and is in his prime as shown on the right at 26.

Drew Barrymore

At just 7 years old, Drew Barrymore gained fame as a child actress in Steven Spielberg’s E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. She has maintained fame into adulthood with roles in films like Scream and Charlie’s Angels.

Julia Roberts

Longtime successful actress, Julia Roberts first gained fame in Pretty Woman. At that time, she looked like the photo on the left but now is a bombshell and one of the highest paid actresses.

David Beckham

One of the best known former professional soccer players, Beckham’s career started at 17, when he looked like the photo on the left. Now, he is a hall of famer and owner of Inter Miami CF and co-owner of Salford City.

Scarlett Johansson

Scarlett Johansson has had a highly successful career starting at a young age. At just 12 years old in the 1996 film Manny & Lo, Scarlett is pictured on set on the left.

Jared Leto

Beginning with his big break in 1994 for his role in My So-Called Life, Leto has gone from high school heartthrob to acclaimed actor. He won an oscar in 2013.

Olivia Wilde

Olivia is pictured at 19 on the left before her breakthrough role in the teen drama The O.C.. Today, she is a highly accomplished actress and started her directorial career this year with the teen comedy Booksmart.

Calvin Harris

Amazingly, the photo on the left is actually of Calvin Harris only 11 years ago. Since, the Scottish DJ has released 3 albums and is famous around the world.

Sandra Bullock

Highest paid actress in 2010 and 2014, Sandra Bullock has not always been in the spotlight. Her first breakthrough role was in the 1994 action thriller Speed.

Zac Efron

At just 17 pictured on the left, Zac Efron hsa come a long way. He has starred in more than just High School Musical, most recently with roles in Baywatch and The Greatest Showman.

Jennifer Anniston

One of the most loved and successful actresses in Hollywood, Anniston is pictured on the left in 1990 before her most popular role as Rachel Green on Friends. Since the, of course, she has starred in many other roles.

Cameron Diaz

It’s hard believe to there are 3 decades between these two photos. In 1994, Diaz is just 21 years old on the left before she made her debut in the comedy The Mask. On the right, Diaz attends the London premier of 2014 film The Other Woman, after which she announced her retirement from acting.

Leonardo DiCaprio

One of the most celebrated and respected actors in Hollywood, 18 year old DiCaprio is on the left jus ta year before filming his debut film. The following year, he was already earning his first Academy Award before his many other hit films like Titanic, The Great Gatsby, The Wolf of Wall Street and The Revenant.

Natalie Portman

One of the most successful and awarded actresses in Hollywood, Natalie Portman is pictured at 14 years old on the left after her first successful film The Professional. She has had much success since her young age.

Ryan Seacrest

What a transformation! TV personality Ryan Seacrest has certainly come far since he was young with his most well-known gig of American Idol. He is also a radio star as a host and producer.

Selena Gomez

Selena has successfully transitioned from Disney teen pop sensation to full adult singer and entertainer.

George Clooney

Making his start on TV in 1978, Clooney is now one of the most popular American actors. He also produces and directs today.

Beyonce

One of the best vocalists of our generation, Beyonce is only 18 years old on the left and is still a force 20 years later. She is now an actress, producer, and businesswoman as well as singer.

Tom Hanks

Hollywood legend Tom Hanks is only 31 years old attending the 1987 Academy Awards. He is currently the 5th highest grossing actor in North America.

Johnny Depp

One of the most well-known stars, Johnny Depp is pictured on the left in 1987 as a teen idol after his breakthrough film 21 Jump Street. Of course, he has had tons of success since then.

Katy Perry

As you can see, Katy Perry has made quite the transition, physically and musically, since she was 17 as pictured on the left. From gospel music to full-on popstar, Katy Perry is one of the best success stories.

Reese Witherspoon

At just 17 years old on the left, Reese Witherspoon had just started gaining fame six years before her breakthrough in Cruel Intentions and Election. She is now one of Hollywood’s biggest talents.

Brad Pitt

Starting his career in 1987, a year before the picture on the left was taken, Brad Pitt has come a long way to where he is today. He has played many leading roles like in Seven, 12 Monkeys, and Fight Club.

Sophie Turner

13 year old Sophie Turner looks young but not too unfamiliar to spot her as Sansa from Game of Thrones. She has since gained fame in other roles like the mutant Jean Gray in X-Men.

Will Smith

A timeless and legendary face, Will Smith started his career as a 17 year old young man playing the Fresh Prince. Since, he is still one of the most sought-after Hollywood talents.

Angelina Jolie

On the left, Angelina attends the 1986 Academy Awards at 11 years old with her father, Jon Voight. Today, she is a leading Hollywood lady.

Helen Mirren

Beginning her career at 20 years old, Helen Mirren is still enjoying a successful career today. She recently took a new role as Catherine in Catherine the Great.

Elijah Wood

13 year old Elijah Wood is pictured on the left while well-known star of The Lord of the Rings is pictured two decades later. He has come to even more success in later years.

Gwyneth Paltrow

On the left, Paltrow is 13 stepping into Studio 54 with her mother, actress Blythe Danner, in 1985. Since, she has taken on a number of high-profile roles and is still acting today.

John Travolta

On the left in the 70s, John Travolta was not yet the legend we know today. With a slow period in the 80s, he has restored his good name with Pulp Fiction and American Crime Story.

Paris Hilton

Great-granddaughter of Conard hilton, Paris was always destined to success. Yet, her acting success started as a star in a leaked intimate film from 2001 when she was 22. She has since taken an interest in music, business, fashion, and even as a DJ.

Julia Stiles

With a film debut in 1996 movie I Love You, I Love You Not, Julia Stiles has had even bigger roles since. Most notable are her roles in 10 Things I Hate About You and Dexter.

Kim Kardashian

Coming a long way since the photo on the left in 2005, Kim Kardashian is now a cultural icon. Starting as Paris Hilton’s stylist, she is now legendary due to her fame starting in Keeping Up With The Kardashian’s.

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen

The Olsen twins have come a long way since their roles in Full House. They have since taken up interest in producing and fashion design.

Maisie Williams

Another Game of Thrones star, Maisie Williams is pictured at 12 years old on the left. Now, she is taking on a number of other interests.