Edward Furlong is 49 now. More than three decades have passed since he became one of the most recognizable young stars of the 1990s. Fans recently got a glimpse of him at a special reunion with his “Terminator 2: Judgment Day” castmates. The appearance offered a nostalgic look at the actor who once played John Connor. It comes as fans continue to look back at stars such as “Lizzie McGuire” heartthrob Ethan Craft 25 years later.
Edward Furlong Reunites With the “Terminator 2” Cast
According to Hello!, the actor reunited with Linda Hamilton, Michael Biehn and Robert Patrick at the “For The Love of Fantasy and Sci-Fi” convention. The event was held at ExCeL London. The reunion came ahead of the 35th anniversary of the 1991 movie.
Fans quickly responded to the reunion. Several comments focused on how good it was to see Edward Furlong looking well. The photo offered a striking reminder of just how much time has passed. Now 49, Furlong was only 13 when he appeared in “Terminator 2.”
From John Connor to a New Chapter
As reported in Hello!, Edward Furlong’s breakthrough came with his role as John Connor. The 1991 sequel became a major hit. His performance also earned him an MTV Movie Award for Best Breakthrough Performance in 1992.
Edward Furlong went on to appear in several other notable films during the 1990s. One of his later roles came in “American History X,” where he played the younger brother of Edward Norton’s character. He also starred in “Detroit Rock City” in 1999.
The actor later returned to the “Terminator” franchise. According to Hello!, he appeared in 2019’s “Terminator: Dark Fate.” His younger appearance was recreated digitally for the film.
That return makes the recent reunion especially fitting. It connects Furlong with the character that changed his career. It also gives fans a chance to see Edward Furlong outside the role that made him famous.
Edward Furlong Has Embraced Sobriety
The positive reaction to the reunion also connects with a more personal milestone. Edward Furlong has spoken openly about his sobriety in recent years. His comments have focused on growth, self-acceptance and building a better life.
In February 2025, Edward Furlong revealed on Instagram that he had been clean for seven years.
“I never really thought this was possible,” Furlong wrote at the time.
Furlong added that he was now able to be “the support people need instead of their worry.” He also wrote, “I’m facing my life head-on.”
His message looked firmly toward the future. He said he was grateful to be sober. He also encouraged people who were struggling to remember that they were worth fighting for.
Edward Furlong’s latest appearance also puts his own words into perspective. His sobriety has given him a reason to look ahead. That makes the reunion feel like more than a trip down memory lane. Fans have long remained interested in where ’90s stars ended up, from Furlong to the child actor who played Jim Carrey’s son in “Liar Liar.”
