Top 20 Child Stars Who Got Normal Jobs as Adults

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Published 2023-04-26
These child stars grew up to get normal jobs. For this list, we’ll be looking at the most popular young celebrities who left the glitz and glamor for pretty regular careers. Our countdown includes Ross Bagley, Ross Malinger, Peter Ostrum, and more! Which of these actors would YOU like to see back on the screen? Let us know in the comments!

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All Comments (21)
  • @MsMojo
    Which of these actors would YOU like to see back on the screen? Let us know below, and check out our video of the Top 10 Child Stars Who Opened Up About the Price of Fame - https://youtu.be/50zplnaB4LU
  • These child actors are legends. They did their jobs, had their fun and went their way.
  • Mara Wilson was such an icon during her acting career. The fact that she's so well recognized even today is a testament to that. I'm glad she's found just as much success outside of Hollywood.
  • Mara Wilson made my childhood amazing in Matilda and Mrs Doubtfire. Honestly, these child actors made a good choice by getting regular jobs.
  • I'm happy that all these child actors are living a good life 🙂
  • @trinaq
    Mara Wilson penned a Cracked article on the reasons why child stars become messed up adults. At least her parents kept her grounded, ensuring that her success didn't go to her head.
  • So basically they all either became Lawyers, Doctors or Scientists
  • @Omar-wq9dz
    I loved Mara Wilson in both Mrs. Doubtfire and Matilda
  • Honorable Mentions: * Lori Beth Denberg - From playing sketch characters in Nickelodeon's All That to officiating weddings. * Margret Langrick - The fromer actress known for playing Sandy Wilcox is now the CEO of the publishing company Wonderwell. * Lisa Jakub - The former child star from Mrs. Doubtfire and Independence Day now works as a yoga teacher and writer. * Troy Slaten - Jerry Steiner from Parker Lewis Can't Lose would later be a candidate for Los Angeles Superior Court Judge. * Julia Winter - The actress who played Veruca Salt from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory gives up acting to become a nurse.
  • @MrGeekFreek
    Ross Hull (Gary from Are You Afraid of the Dark) is now a meteorologist for Global News Toronto.
  • I see Mara Wilson, and I click. I just watched Matilda last night and all I got to say is that I love Mara sm, I’m so happy she’s doing okay now.❤
  • Even tho they live normal lives now, they’ll always be legends no matter what.
  • @bennymora3086
    These Child Stars actually made the right choices and I’m proud of them to be honest🙂
  • @CherokeeBird
    Wow, Josh Saviano sure had a glow-up 😮 😍 I remember back in the day when everyone thought he was Marilyn Manson 😅
  • Matilda is a great classic movie to watch imo about the girl herself who has genius level intelligence, and the ability to use telekinesis with her eyes. Just imagine if we could really do that, and the only other fictional character that I know Mara Wilson played is Lily in Thomas & The Magic Railroad, which that movie did not deserve a poor review by critics.👩🎀
  • Mara Wilson also voiced a teacher in Helluva Boss who sounded like Ms Honey in personality
  • I didn't knew Stephanie and Matilda could ever get normal jobs, but now i know. So, thanks Ms Mojo and a happy wednesday to you as well, take care and i hope i see you soon for more, take care and God bless you, greetings from Colombia.
  • @C0SM1CPR1NC3
    I love Mara Wilson as The Faceless Old Woman in Welcome to Night Vale! She's an icon.