TV Child Stars: How Much They've Changed
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Angus T. Jones in 'Two and a Half Men'
Angus T. Jones, known for his role as "Jake Harper" on 'Two and a Half Men,' became an instant success almost overnight. Due to negative remarks he made about the show, his contract was not extended.
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Angus T. Jones
He eventually returned to school and became an active member of the World Harvest Church. As of 2023, he has maintained a low profile and has not returned to acting.
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Abigail Breslin
She starred in 'Zombieland: Double Tap' (2019) and appeared in the crime drama 'Stillwater' (2021) alongside Matt Damon. In 2022, she took on the lead role in the thriller 'Slayers.'
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Abigail Breslin
How can we forget the young child star Abigail Breslin, especially her role in the dark comedy Little Miss Sunshine? Do you want to find out what she's up to today?
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Haley Joel Osment in 'The Sixth Sense'
Haley Joel Osment, best known for his role as "Cole" in 'The Sixth Sense,' has diversified his career with roles in both film and television.
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Haley Joel Osment
He appeared in the Netflix series 'The Kominsky Method' and had a recurring role in Amazon's 'The Boys.' In 2024, he was featured in the film Blink Twice'
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Freddie Highmore in
Freddie Highmore, who portrayed "Charlie Bucket" in 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,' has found success on television.
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Freddie Highmore
He starred as "Norman Bates" in 'Bates Motel' and currently plays "Dr. Shaun Murphy" in 'The Good Doctor,' a role that earned him a Golden Globe nomination in 2018.
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Benjamin Salisbury and Madeline Zima in 'The Nanny'
"Brighton and "Grace Sheffield" were two of the three kids from 'The Nanny.’ The series was produced from 1993 until 1999 and was aired in over 100 different countries. Benjamin Salisbury and Madeline Zima became huge child stars during their role on the show!
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Benjamin Salisbury
Benjamin pursued a career outside of the entertainment industry and has remained out of the public eye.
