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Our Favorite Childhood Stars We Used to Adore – What Are They Up To These Days?

Erin Murphy – Age 56

This American actress earned fame after her amazing performance in television sitcom Bewitched. Surprisingly, Erin shared the role with her fraternal twin sister for several episodes in the first season. Later Murphy worked as a host for various television shows and has a net worth of 10 million dollars. She has also judged a reality show I Know My Kid’s a Star. 

Erin has been an active motivational speaker at certain fundraising and charity events. Moreover, the mother of six, is a fashion, beauty, and luxury lifestyle writer as well. Her work has appeared in various magazines. Since one of her sons has autism, Murphy often speaks about the subject.

Ariana Richards – Age 41

Ariana Richards entered the industry at the age of six when she starred in Into the Homeland in 1987. Later at 12, she played the role of Lex Murphy, one of the lead characters in the blockbuster film Jurassic Park. Although none of her family members were associated with Hollywood, her dedication and talent bagged her a role in a movie directed by Steven Spielberg.

She has earned recognition as the most remarkable child star and has won several awards for her brilliant performance. Ariana is married to Mark Bolton, who is a former soldier of the Irish Defence Forces. The couple has a lovely five-year-old daughter.

Tina Majorino – Age 35

Born in the year 1985 in California, Tina Majorino began her career at the age of 7. She delivered her brilliant acting skills in movies like When a Man Loves a Woman, Corrina, Waterworld, etc. Along with the movies, she also appeared in the main role in the TV series Camp Wilder.

After 1999, she appeared in other TV series after this like Veronica Mars, Big Love, and The Deep End. Tina was also part of one of the most loved TV series Grey’s Anatomy. Her recent projects include the Scorpion and Into The Dark Television series. In 2019, she turned down a cameo role of Mac in Veronica Mars.

Ralph Macchio – Age 59

American actor Ralph Macchio was cast in the television series Eight is Enough at the age of sixteen. He got selected for the role of Daniel LaRusso in the film Karate Kid and its two sequels. In addition to this, he also did a part in Cobra Kai. He is currently repeating his role in Cobra Kai, which began shooting in 2018. While celebrating the Karate Kid’s thirty successful yearsMacchio revealed that the famous yellow 1947 Ford convertible his character received is in his garage. Macchio met his wife, Phyllis Fierro, through his grandmother when he was fifteen. The duo has two children.

Rico Rodriguez – Age 22

American actor Rico Rodriguez is popular for his role as Manny Delgado in the famous sitcom The Modern Family. Rodriguez had not thought of acting as a career until his sister started performing. After he landed a role in the ABC sitcom, he rose in prominence. The Modern Family cast was graced with the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series in 2011 and 2012. There is more to him than just acting as the young actor has published his book, Reel Life Lessons… So Far. He has a Mexican descent and recently lost his father.

Cali & Noelle Sheldon – Age 17

Remember Rachel’s adorable baby girl, Emma, in the sitcom Friends? Well, the role was played by the twins Cali and Noelle Sheldon. They also featured in many commercials, including Similac and Dragnet. Besides, they made guest appearances on The Bold and the Beautiful in 2003 at just ‘nineteen months old’.

Growing up, Cali and Noelle Sheldon were seen in movies Life in 2007 and even worked to the likes of Lupita Nyong and Elisabeth Moss in the thriller Us. However, it’s fascinating to know that the actresses are looking towards reprising their role as Emma in Friends. But we will have to wait if the reunion happens at all.

Abraham Benrubi- Age 50

Abraham Benrubi became a household name when he amazed the people with his mesmerizing role of Larry Kubiac in the TV series Parker Lewis Can’t Lose. Abraham switched between movies and TV series in the 90s and became a popular name in both industries.

In movies, he was usually depicted as a thug or a loose character, but TV gave him the opportunity to explore his talent. Some of the best work he did was in the 1997 hit show Sleepwalkers followed by 2006 popular show Men in Trees. Currently, he has been seen giving his voice in the It’s Pony television series for multiple characters.

Senta Moses – Age 46

Senta Moses’s first appearance to the public was in a diaper commercial when she was just six months old. Moreover, she has been a part of over 100 national commercials for Wendy’s, Teleflora, and Toyota. Moreover, she also starred in the Home Alone series alongside Macaulay Culkin in 1990 and 1992.

It is very interesting to know that Senta is highly competitive in board games and has also skipped eighth grade. Currently, the actress lives in Los Angeles. She was last seen in the movie Slightly Single in L.A. in 2013. Senta has made a number of guest appearances on shows like Girl Meets World and The Mentalist.

Nancy Mckeon – Age 54

Nancy Mckeon is an American actress known for her role in the sitcom The Facts of Life and The Division. When she was barely two, she started her career by modeling baby clothes for the catalog Sears & Roebuck. With her brother, she appeared in numerous commercials. In the year 2003, she starred in the film Comfort and Joy, while in 2018, she competed in the show Dancing with the Stars. She is married to the film technician, Marc Andrus. In 1999, she directed her film, A Wakening. She had also auditioned for the famous role of Monica Geller on the show Friends but did not get it.

Josh Saviano – Age 44

Josh has been active as an actor for very little time as he left it to go on to become a lawyer. Though, one of the best roles of his acting career is in The Wonder Years in which he played Paul Joshua Pfeiffer. The actor’s first television appearance was in a toothpaste commercial.

After starring in various commercials and guest appearances, he left acting and went to college and became a lawyer. His new profession brought him back to acting as he played the role of a lawyer in the crime-drama series Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. The actor-lawyer loves to play fantasy sports in his free time.

 Soleil Moon Frye – Age 43

The former child actress, Soleil Moon Frye is now a proud owner of an organic specialty clothing shop for children – The Little Seed in Los Angeles. She was first seen in Punky Brewster, which gained relatively low ratings. However, the role played by Frye won the audience’s heart. The series debuted when she was seven years old.

After its end, she continued appearing in television and films in guest spots and supporting roles. In 1998, Soleil directed her first movie Wild Horses before joining the cast of Sabrina, the Teenage Witch. Frye got married to Jason Goldberg in 1998 and has four kids.

Mindy Cohn – Age 54

Mindy Cohn, an American actress and voice artist, had a breakthrough in her acting career after landing Natalie Green’s role in the sitcom The Facts of Life. For her outstanding performance on the show, Cohn was ranked 43rd on VH1’s 100 Greatest Kid Stars list. Other than this, she is celebrated for giving voice to Velma Dinkley in Scooby-Doo from 2002 to 2015. Cohn has a degree in anthropology and also works with the cancer support center weSpark. Also, she made guest appearances on shows including 21 Jump Street, The Help, and more. Cohn has not married till now and is a vocal supporter of the LGBTQ community.

Corey Feldman – Age 48

Corey Feldman was just three years old when he first appeared in a television ad for McDonald’s. The cute little kid caught the attention of many producers for his innocent look, which earned him as many as 100 TV commercials and 50 TV series in the ’80s. He even made his appearance on the big screen with the movies Gremlins, The Goonies, and Stand by Me.

Corey was the son of a musician and always had an ear for music. He even became a part of the band The Truth Movement as a lead singer. Feldman is currently working on a documentary based on his life and career in Hollywood.

Erin Murphy – Age 56

This American actress earned fame after her amazing performance in television sitcom Bewitched. Surprisingly, Erin shared the role with her fraternal twin sister for several episodes in the first season. Later Murphy worked as a host for various television shows and has a net worth of 10 million dollars. She has also judged a reality show I Know My Kid’s a Star. 

Erin has been an active motivational speaker at certain fundraising and charity events. Moreover, the mother of six, is a fashion, beauty, and luxury lifestyle writer as well. Her work has appeared in various magazines. Since one of her sons has autism, Murphy often speaks about the subject.

Jaden Smith – Age 22

How can anyone forget this adorable kid from the movie The Karate Kid? The son of Will and Jada Smith, Jaden lives the high life as an elite Hollywood star kid. He bagged fame and was highly praised after his debut film, The Pursuit of Happyness, in 2006 with his father.

Jaden has worked on screen with the most high profile actors of all time. His success is not just a result of a famous background but also his hard work and ambition. Despite living a luxurious life, Jaden likes to keep a low profile.

Melissa Gilbert – Age 55

It seems like multitasking has a new disguise! Yes, we are talking about Melissa Ellen Gilbert. She is not only an actress, but a television director, producer, and politician. Gilbert began her career in the 1960s as a child artist and appeared in various commercials and short roles. Melissa is most popularly known for her role as Laura Ingalls Wilder on the series Little House on the Prairie. Melissa also appeared in popular television films.

Even as an adult, Melissa continued her career in television films. She served as the President of the Screen Actors Guild from 2001 to 2005, which added another feather in her cap.

Michael Conner Humphreys – Age 35

After getting fame by playing the young Forrest Gump (1994), Michael was nominated for the Young Artist Award. His acting career is limited to only a couple of other films. After this short acting career, he joined the army and was stationed in Germany, then in Iraq, and came back home later. Here he was placed at Fort Riley in Kansas.

In the army, too, he was nicknamed as Gump. Michael completed his service in 2008 and went on to study at the University of North Alabama. In 2011, he got another role as Eddie in Pathfinders: In the Company of Strangers. 

Drew Barrymore – Age 45

With a pure heart and unfailing sincerity Drew Barrymore became a part of E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial (1982). The success of this film gave a big boost to her career. Since she came from the bloodline of the famous Barrymore’s, Drew had a natural instinct to act stupendously. She is smart and intelligent and a true artist, which became evident after she released her autobiography, Little Girl Lost at sweet sixteen. 

She has had a great run as an actor and saw even more success after when she co-founded a production company. Known for movies like Scream, Blended, and Charlie’s Angels Drew Barrymore is a beauty with brains. 

Anna Chlumsky – Age 39

Anna started her acting career in the early nineties as a child star and became renowned for her Vada Sultenfuss character in the film My Girl. She appeared in multiple other films and became a popular name among the audiences. 

She then took a hiatus from her acting career and gave attention to her studies. Anna even thought of dropping acting at one point but later realized that she was made for it. She made a terrific entry back to the screen in the year 2007 with the movie Blood Car. Ever since, she has appeared in several movies and tv shows like Law & Order, Cupid, My Sweet Misery, and more.  

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