Some celebrities got their start in the entertainment industry from a young age, while others started their careers as adults. One thing most fans can agree on is that it is wonderful to see throwback photos of some of the biggest stars in showbiz and how much they’ve changed since childhood. These are eight throwback photos that are too cute not to see!
1. Monica Lewinsky
One of the most recent celebrity throwbacks was from activist Monica Lewinsky, who posted a photo of herself as a child on Instagram on March 21, 2026. She looks adorable with her hair in pigtails as she smiles for the camera. In the caption, the former White House intern wrote, “bless this little one (me)… and her terry cloth top.”
Fans praised the post, with comments including, “Terrycloth. This just transported me to the ‘70’s,” and “Gorgeous little you.”
2. Gwen Stefani
In July 2023, in honor of receiving her Hollywood Walk of Fame Star, musician Gwen Stefani posted a photo on Instagram from when she was a little girl and another, more recent picture. The post allowed fans to compare her appearance and remark on how gorgeous she was as a child and as an adult. In the caption, the singer shared her thoughts, writing, “who’s gonna tell her she’s receiving a Hollywood Walk of Fame Star?! this feels like a dream ! thank u to everyone who made this possible.”
3. Fergie
To celebrate her milestone career achievements, Fergie shared a throwback photo of herself on Instagram in March 2025. She accompanied the picture with a heartfelt letter. “Dear little Stacy, one day you’ll be 50, and you’ll be proud of yourself. You won’t have it all figured out, but you realize …. who does? Success really is in the journey, and true happiness can be found in the smallest simple moments,” she wrote. “Keep loving deeply with all your heart, and keep working on yourself. It always all makes sense later. I love you.”
4. Katie Couric
Katie Couric posted a photo of herself on Instagram in September 2021 to support Hunger Action Month. She shared an adorable picture of herself as a child, smiling widely, and in the caption, she wrote, “This #hungeractionmonth join me in posting a throwback school photo and @clarinsusa will donate funds to provide 10 school meals to help fight childhood hunger in the U.S in celebration of their 10 year partnership with @feed!!!! Tag @clarinsusa, @feed and 3 friends to raise awareness and help us make a difference.”
5. Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson
Dwayne Johnson is a good-looking man, but he was also a cute child. In an Instagram post in October 2020, he posted a photo of himself from when he was seven. “Throwback to 7 years old in Hawaii, and just drippin’ cool with my buck teeth, aloha shirt, and WTF is going on with my afro matted down on one side!?” he wrote. “No way this stud doesn’t grow up to become Sexiest Man Alive.”
6. LeAnn Rimes
In September 2017, singer and actress LeAnn Rimes posted the sweetest throwback photo from her childhood. “Since we’re all in the ‘back to school’ mood…” she captioned the post. Fans reacted with loving comments, including, “Cute then beautiful now,” and “Adorable! So natural as you are today.”
7. John Mayer
In September 2017, John Mayer shared a throwback photo from when he was a child. He is wearing a collared shirt and a black tie, and the picture is adorable. He kept his caption simple, writing, “#tbt this guy.” Too cute!
8. Katie Holmes
Katie Holmes and her daughter, Suri Cruise, often get comments about their striking resemblance, and in the “Dawson’s Creek” star’s throwback photo, which she posted on Instagram on December 19, 2025, it’s not hard to see why. The post celebrated her 47th birthday on December 18. “Thank you to my beautiful family and friends for the wonderful birthday wishes. I am so grateful for this past year full of creativity, joy, and love. Thank you to all,” Holmes captioned the post.
