The most famous child stars of the 1990s – where are they now?


The red carpet was stacked with celebrity talent during the '90s, even from the smallest of child stars, but where are these famous youngsters today?


Lindsay Lohan at the Mann National Theatre in Westwood, California for the premiere of 'The Parent Trap'. © WireImage via Getty Images
Daisy Finch
Daisy FinchAudience Writer
Updated: August 3, 2026

If they weren't carefully nurturing a Giga Pet or squeakily relaxing on inflatable chairs, chances are '90s kids were settling down in front of the TV screen for some of the decade's best family flicks. From The Parent Trap to Home Alone and Dr Dolittle, there was plenty to keep the kids amused.

Read on to see where the child stars from some of these famous features are now, and whether they're still working on screen today...

Split image of Jonathan Lipnicki. On the left, in 1997. On the right, in 2024.© Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images,Getty Images for JITC Hollywood Bureau

'Stuart Little' star Jonathan Lipnicki is still a regular on screen

Jonathan Lipnicki

Jonathan Lipnicki brought plenty of '90s icons to life, starring alongside Tom Cruise in Jerry Maguire and as the reluctant new brother George in Stuart Little. Jonathan's childhood fame continued with The Little Vampire and Like Mike which brought his celebrity into the early '00s.

The actor is still working today, with credits on The Resident, Man Goes on Rant and thriller feature Anywhere. He also recently shared snapshots of a blossoming new relationship on Instagram, looking truly in love as the couple shared a kiss.

Split image of Danielle Fishel. On the left, in a black and white portrait dated 1994. On the right, at The Alliance For Women In Media Foundation's gala in 2026.© Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images,Getty Images

Danielle starred as fan-favourite Topanga Lawrence on 'Boy Meets World'

Danielle Fishel

The '90s were a bumper decade for coming-of-age shows, and Boy Meets World was one of its best. Central to the plot was Cory Matthews' growing crush on Danielle Fishel's unconventional, book-smart Topanga.

Since then, Danielle returned to the '90s franchise in Girl Meets World, hosted satirical lifestyle show The Dish and currently co-hosts the rewatch podcast Pod Meets World alongside her former co-stars Rider Strong and Will Friedle. She married husband Jensen Karp in 2018 and the couple have welcomed two sons, Adler and Keaton.

Split image of Tia and Tamera. Seen in 1993 and in 2023.© Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images,FilmMagic via Getty Images

Tia and Tamera are less of a double act now than they were at the height of their '90s fame

Tia and Tamera Mowry

Real world twins Tia and Tamera Mowry played identical siblings separated at birth on Sister, Sister between 1994 and 1999. Only when they bump into each other at a shopping mall do they find out they were parted from their mirror image.

Since their '90s fame, Tia and Tamera returned for a self-titled reality show. Tia has also worked on sitcom Family Reunion and Tia Mowry: My Next Act, while Tamera most recently appeared in 2026 Hallmark feature Haunted Harmony Mysteries: Key to the Castle. Tia is a mother to two children, Cairo and Cree, while Tamera married now-husband Adam Housley in 2011 and welcomed two kids. 

Split image of Joseph Mazzello. On the left, in 1993, on the right, in 2026.© Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images,Variety via Getty Images

Joseph Mazzello started acting at just 5 years old and has since starred in 'Jurassic Park' and 'Bohemian Rhapsody'

Joseph Mazzello

Joseph Mazzello has several star '90s credits to his name, appearing in The Cure, Jurassic Park, Simon Birch and The River Wild. Starting his career at just 5 years old, it's clear Joseph had movie star acting chops from a young age.

He's still working today, though he seems to be selective about the roles he's taking on. Joseph has appeared in Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody as John Deacon and recently released feature Monument.

Split image of Jason James Richter. On the left, in 1995. On the right, in 2023.© FilmMagic via Getty Images,Getty Images

Jason James Richter starred in the 'Free Willy' trilogy during the '90s

Jason James Richter

Jason James Richter is best-known for his central role in the aquatic adventure franchise Free Willy. But his '90s movie star fame also included roles in The NeverEnding Story III and Cops & Robbersons.

The actor seems to have moved away from wholesome hits and opted for roles that play with a more chilling, suspenseful plot. His newest features include Final Heist, Natty Knocks and The Little Things. 

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Haley Joel Osment starred in 'Forrest Gump' and 'The Sixth Sense'

Haley Joel Osment

Haley Joel Osment had leading roles in two of the '90s most iconic feature films: Bruce Willis thriller The Sixth Sense and Forrest Gump

His recent roles include a guest role in The Boys, an appearance in Happy Gilmore 2 and body horror Tusk. The Oscar-nominee is due to appear in upcoming comedy How To Date Again

Split image of Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen. On the left, shown in 1999, on the right 2019.© Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images,Patrick McMullan via Getty Images

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen found joint fame in the '90s

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen

The Olsen Twins are strongest when they're together: after all, that's how they got their start on ABC's Full House. Throughout the '90s, they starred in films like How the West Was Fun and It Takes Two, as well as credits on TV series Two of a Kind and a successful music career.

Now, they've found success as fashion designers, running luxury label The Row. Mary-Kate was married to French businessman Olivier Sarkozy between 2015 and 2021. Sister Ashley is married to artist Louis Eisner and they share a son, Otto.

Split image of Raven Symoné. On the left in 1994 and on the right shown in 2024. © Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images,Variety via Getty Images

Raven is still active as an actress, singer and artist

Raven-Symoné

Raven-Symoné's star career through the '90s included roles in The Cosby Show and Dr Dolittle (1998). This gave way to a successful run on the Disney Channel with That's So Raven and family favourite The Cheetah Girls.

The actress returned to her Disney roots with That's So Raven spin-off Raven's Home, as well as comedy Stop! That! Train!, sitcom The Ms. Pat Show and War Dawgz. Raven quietly tied the knot with Miranda Pearman-Maday in 2020.

Split image of Macaulay Culkin. Seen in the '90s and in 2025.© Getty Images,FilmMagic via Getty Images

Macaulay Culkin had major on-screen roles throughout the '90s

Macaulay Culkin

Macaulay Culkin had an unparalleled run of on-screen success during the '90s. From the Home Alone franchise to heartbreaking hit My Girl and family comedy Richie Rich, Macaulay was at the heart of Hollywood.

The actor still keeps largely out of the limelight, but returns for projects he finds particularly inspiring. Macaulay recently worked on season two of Fallout and a small role in Zootopia 2. He is engaged to long-term partner Brenda Song and the couple share two children

Split image of Mara Wilson. On the left in 1996, on the right in 2019.© FilmMagic via Getty Images

Mara Wilson starred in '90s family hits like 'Mrs. Doubtfire' and 'Matilda'

Mara Wilson

Mara Wilson was one of the '90s go-to child actors, with leading roles in Matilda, Miracle on 34th Street, Mrs. Doubtfire and A Simple Wish.

 She now works primarily as a voice actress for podcasts like Vam PD and Love is a Crime, as well as animated series Ollie & Scoops and Helluva Boss

Split image of Lindsay Lohan. On the left, in 1999 and on the right, in 2025.© Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images,WireImage via Getty Images

Lindsay Lohan starred '90s favourite 'The Parent Trap'

Lindsay Lohan

Lindsay Lohan earned double the fame with a twin appearance in The Parent Trap. Just five years later, she starred with Jamie Lee Curtis in the 2003 hit Freaky Friday, followed the year after by a lead role in Mean Girls.

She's returned to the limelight in rom-coms hits like Irish Wish, Our Little Secret and Falling for Christmas. She also returned to her early '00s work in sequel flick Freakier Friday. Lindsay is married to financier Bader Shammas with whom she shares son Luai.

Split image of Jonathan Taylor Thomas. On the left, seen in 1997. On the right, seen in 2013. © Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images,FilmMagic via Getty Images

Jonathan Taylor Thomas worked with celebs like Chevy Chase and Jeremy Irons

Jonathan Taylor Thomas

The Home Improvement star also made a splash on the big screen, appearing in Chevy Chase comedy Man of the House, Wild America and Tom and Huck. He also found fame with animated classics like The Lion King and Hey Arnold!

Jonathan Taylor Thomas most recently made a four episode cameo in Last Man Standing, but has otherwise left acting behind and opted for a private life away from show business. 

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