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Let’s See How 11 Child Stars From ‘90s And ‘00s Movies Grow After Their Legendary Roles

Carolyn Mullet by Carolyn Mullet
April 17, 2024
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Let’s See How 11 Child Stars From ‘90S And ‘00S Movies Grow After Their Legendary Roles

Do you remember your favorite child actors in movies from the 1990s to the mid-2000s? These talented kids have all grown-ups now, but not many can keep up their good work as actors. That being said, even when they are drifting away, their iconic roles will never fade on the silver screen and their fans’ memories.

   
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Let’s see how 11 famous child stars have changed from their iconic characters!

#1 Macaulay Culkin As Kevin Mccallister In Home Alone (1990)

Let’s See How 11 Child Stars From ‘90S And ‘00S Movies Grow After Their Legendary RolesSource: Home Alone / 20th Century Fox and co-producers, culkamania

When Christmas is on the way, the Home Alone franchise would be back on the screen. Macaulay Culkin, who played the main character Kevin McCallister, also appeared in the comedy-drama My Girl (1991). After retiring from acting in 1994, he still participated in many projects. Now he is the CEO of Bunny Ears, a satirical pop culture website, and podcast.

#2 Christina Ricci As Wednesday Addams In The Addams Family (1991)

Let’s See How 11 Child Stars From ‘90S And ‘00S Movies Grow After Their Legendary RolesSource: The Addams Family / Orion Pictures and co-producers, riccigrams

Christina Ricci’s performance in The Addams Family (1991) and its sequel made her name famous. She seemed perfectly suitable for gloomy but loveable characters on the screen. Christina went on with more movies, including Sleepy Hollow (1999). She has earned multiple awards as a child actress and also lent her voice to several animated characters.

#3 Mara Wilson As Matilda Wormwood In Matilda (1996)

Let’s See How 11 Child Stars From ‘90S And ‘00S Movies Grow After Their Legendary RolesSource: Matilda / TriStar Pictures and co-producers

Do you remember the clever and cute Matilda? Mara Wilson, who featured this genius character, sadly retired from acting in 2000. After graduation, she made a slow comeback with several voicing projects.

#4 Lindsay Lohan As Annie And Hallie In The Parent Trap (1998)

Let’s See How 11 Child Stars From ‘90S And ‘00S Movies Grow After Their Legendary RolesSource: The Parent Trap / Walt Disney Pictures and co-producers

Lindsay Lohan was best known for the separated twins Annie and Hallie in The Parent Trap (1998). Though her brilliant performance in the movie opened a window of opportunity on the silver screen, the actress didn’t succeed in more mature roles. She also struggled with health problems, but she has made a steady return lately.

#5 Mackenzie Foy As Renesmee In The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn (2011-2012)

Let’s See How 11 Child Stars From ‘90S And ‘00S Movies Grow After Their Legendary RolesSource: The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2 / The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1, Sunswept Entertainment and co-producers

Mackenzie Foy starred as the daughter of the main couple in The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part 1 and Part 2 (2011-2012). She went on with a steady stream of roles after the film, with Clara Stahlbaum in The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (2018) being the most significant one.

#6 Edward Furlong As John Connor In Terminator 2: Judgement Day (1991)

Let’s See How 11 Child Stars From ‘90S And ‘00S Movies Grow After Their Legendary RolesSource: Terminator 2: Judgment Day / Carolco Pictures and co-producers, edwardfurlongofficial

Edward Furlong featured the world-saving teen John Connor in Terminator 2: Judgement Day (1991). He continued with several appearances in other films and shows and even released a musical album in Japan. Sadly, the star struggled with the law for the allegation of substance abuse.

#7 Neil Patrick Harris As Dr. Douglas “Doogie” Howser In Doogie Howser, M.d. (1989–1993)

Let’s See How 11 Child Stars From ‘90S And ‘00S Movies Grow After Their Legendary RolesSource: Doogie Howser, M.D. / Steven Bochco Productions, 20th Century Fox Television, nph

Neil Patrick Harris featured Dr. Douglas “Doogie” Howser in Doogie Howser, M.D. (1989–1993). This iconic role won him a Golden Globe nomination and gave him a chance to be in the main cast of the fabulous sitcom How I Met Your Mother (2005–2014). He even tried Broadway plays and musicals. Furthermore, the talented actor released his first novel in 2017 and a single-player board game named Box One in 2020.

#8 Georgie Henley As Lucy Pevensie In The Chronicles Of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe (2005)

Let’s See How 11 Child Stars From ‘90S And ‘00S Movies Grow After Their Legendary RolesSource: The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe / Walt Disney Pictures and co-producers

Georgie Henley was only known for her role as Lucy Pevensie in The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005) and its sequels. Recently, she also participated in the movie The Spanish Princess.

#9 Daryl Sabara As Juni Cortez In Spy Kids (2001)

Let’s See How 11 Child Stars From ‘90S And ‘00S Movies Grow After Their Legendary RolesSource: Spy Kids / Dimension Films and co-producers, darylsabara

Juni Cortez in Spy Kids (2001) is the most iconic character of Daryl Sabara. After the movie, he appeared in many films, TV programs, and even plays. In addition, he lent his voice to some animated projects.

#10 Anna Chlumsky As Vada Sultenfus In My Girl (1991)

Let’s See How 11 Child Stars From ‘90S And ‘00S Movies Grow After Their Legendary RolesSource: My Girl / Columbia Pictures and co-producers, People

Anna Chlumsky was famous for her role as Vada Sultenfus in My Girl (1991) and its sequel. After finishing university, she came back with the role of Amy Brookheimer in Veep (2012-2019).

#11 Alexa Penavega As Carmen Cortez In Spy Kids (2001)

Let’s See How 11 Child Stars From ‘90S And ‘00S Movies Grow After Their Legendary RolesSource: imdb

Alexa PenaVega portrayed Carmen Cortez in Spy Kids (2001) and its sequels. Though she continued acting after the flick, her role in Spy Kids still remained the most notable so far.

Who’s your favorite child actor? How have they changed after their legendary roles? Share with us what you think in the comment below, and don’t forget to follow us for more interesting news and stories!

Carolyn Mullet

Carolyn Mullet

Carolyn Mullet is in charge of planning and content process management, business development, social media, strategic partnership relations, brand building, and PR for DailyHighlight. Before joining Dailyhighlight, she served as the Vice President of Editorial Development at Aubtu Today, and as a senior editor at various magazines and media agencies.

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