It’s easy to forget that even the most glamorous and recognized persons had their fair share of awkward times in the privileged world where red carpet events and immaculate magazine covers dominate our impression of superstars. This fascinating collection of celebrity throwback photographs, courtesy of social media and the occasional sentimental interview, reminds us that fame and money do not protect anyone from awkward years.
From cringe-worthy fashion decisions to dubious hairstyles, these photos serve as a heartening reminder that, beneath the glitz and glamour, celebrities are just like us, navigating the difficult terrain of adolescence. So saddle up and prepare for a voyage through time as we delve into a curated selection of 10+ celebrity flashback images that reveal some of our favorite stars’ adorable and relatable awkwardness.
George Clooney
Mandy Moore
Heidi Klum
Joe Manganiello
Cobie Smulders
Jessica Simpson
Kumail Nanjiani
Judd Apatow
Laura Prepon
Alison Brie
Josh Duhamel
Dwayne Johnson