20 Celebrities And How Much They've Changed Since Finding Fame

Before becoming household names, our most-loved celebrities were just like us... sort of.

Stephanie

• Published in Film & TV
• February 11, 2023

Have you ever wondered what your favorite celebrities were like before they were stars? After all, fame changes people significantly, so it stands to reason that some of the world's biggest stars might have been entirely different before they found fame and fortune.

Before becoming household names, our most-loved celebrities were just like us (well, sort of). Just normal, everyday people, living their lives and chasing their dreams while making ends meet by working far less exciting jobs than the ones they have now.

We don't always get to hear about what our favorite stars were like before they were, well, our favorite stars. But some of them have some pretty darn interesting stories to tell.

And not only do celebrities' lives change drastically when they become famous, but their appearances often do too. They undergo million-dollar makeovers, and many even transform themselves with cosmetic procedures, enhancements, and surgeries.

So, have you ever wondered what Rihanna, Taylor Swift, and Kylie Jenner looked like before they were famous and wealthy? What about Jonah Hill, Travis Barker, and Post Malone?

Well, we certainly have which is why we've made a list of 20 stars and how much they've changed since finding fame and money. Keep scrolling to take a look!

1. Drake

Drake at 19 and 36 years old. The Canadian rapper, singer, and actor has barely changed except for the beard!

2. Kim Kardashian

Kim Kardashian first found fame as Paris Hilton's stylist. She then started gaining more popularity when her sex tape was leaked.

But Kim really became a household name when Keeping Up With The Kardashians started to gain popularity. In these photos, she is 26 and 41 years old.

3. Jonah Hill

Jonah Hill at 24 and 37 years old. The comedian, actor, and filmmaker's appearance has changed drastically since he first started appearing on our screens.

4. Justin Bieber

Justin Bieber at 15 and 28 years old. The Canadian singer and songwriter has made a huge impact on the music industry since recording his first hit single, Baby, when he was just 15.

5. Jennifer Lawrence

Jennifer Lawrence at 17 and 31 years old. Jennifer is best known for playing Katniss in The Hunger Games and was the highest-paid actress in 2015 and 2016.

6. Kylie Jenner

Kylie Jenner became famous after starring alongside her siblings in Keeping Up With The Kardashians and has since become a successful businesswoman. In these photos, she is 12 and 24 years old.

7. Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift is undeniably one of the biggest singers and songwriters of our time. In these photos, she is 17 and 31 years old.

8. Bella Hadid

Bella Hadid has been featured on the cover of 27 Vogue magazines worldwide and is one of the most popular supermodels in history. The drastic change in her appearance is undeniable in these photos of Bella at 13 and 25 years old.

9. Maude Apatow

Euphoria star, Maude Apatow is the daughter of actress Leslie Mann and director Judd Apatow. In these photos, she is 12 and 24 years old.

10. Khloé Kardashian

Khloé Kardashian at 24 and 37 years old. Khloé gained fame in the same way as her siblings by starring in their reality show, Keeping Up With The Kardashians.

11. Cardi B

Cardi B at 24 and 29 years old. The famous rapper and songwriter made a name for herself with her outlandish style and crazy lyrics.

12. Kristen Stewart

Kristen Stewart was the highest-paid actress in 2012 and has been nominated for a Golden Globe and Academy Award. In these photos, she is 12 and 32 years old.

13. Demi Lovato

Demi Lovato found fame at a young age when they appeared in various shows on the Disney Channel, later becoming a popular singer and songwriter. In these photos, they are 16 and 29.

14. Sydney Sweeney

Sydney Sweeney is a model and actress from the United States and is most popular for her role as Cassie Howard in Euphoria. In these photos, she is 14 and 24 years old.

15. Kendall Jenner

Kendall Jenner at 14 and 26 years old. The supermodel's appearance has certainly transformed a lot since she first became famous starring in Keeping Up With The Kardashians with her siblings.

16. Travis Barker

Travis Barker at 25 and 46 years old. Travis is the drummer for Blink-182 and is famously married to Kourtney Kardashian.

17. Rihanna

Rihanna was first discovered by record producer, Evan Rogers and has become a successful singer, actress, and fashion designer. In these photos, she is 17 and 34 years old.

18. Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande at 15 and 28 years old. The singer's epic vocal range has made her a household name.

19. Post Malone

Post Malone is well-known for his unique vocal techniques and extensive facial tattoos. In these photos, he is 20 and 26 years old.

20. Scarlett Johansson

Scarlett Johansson was the world's highest-paid actress in 2018 and 2019, and in 2021 she was named one of the world's most influential people. In these photos, she is 14 and 37 years old.

So, there you have it! 20 celebrities and how much they've changed since finding fame and fortune.

Who are your favorites? And which star do you think has changed the most?

As always, we would love to hear your opinions on this. You can share them with us in the comment section.

Stephanie