Then and Now: TV Child Stars

Back in the day, your favorite TV shows starred some pretty cool kids who made us laugh, cry, and remember all the real struggles of growing up. But behind every cute, pint-sized TV character is a memorable child star who may or may not have pursued acting in adulthood. If you've ever wondered what happened to the adorable Home Improvement brothers, or Clarissa Darling's guitar-loving neighbor who used a ladder to get through her bedroom window every day, we've got you covered. In this slideshow, we'll revisit some of the small-screen's best and brightest child stars — and find out what they're up to now. 

(Editor's Note: The ages listed on the following slides are current as of January 2017.)