Though some celebrity moms have (understandably) chosen to keep their kids out of the spotlight, there are plenty who have shared their parenthood journey with the world, including some sweet moments with their little ones as they grew up. It's fun following along with celebrity kids as they get older, though it definitely makes us feel a little old when we realize exactly how grown up some of them are already!
Some of these celeb kids have become celebrities in their own right, and others have become regular fixtures on their parents' social media accounts. We still have a hard time believing how much Reese Witherspoon's kids look like her, and we are loving the chance to find out how Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith's kids, Willow and Jaden, are becoming famous for their own talents. And then, there's Suri Cruise, who somehow became a teenager already?!
Read on for what these kids of celebrities looked like when they were little … and what they look like today. Prepare to feel very old, because these kids are growing like weeds.
Julianne Moore's Kids Then
Julianne Moore and husband Bart Freundlich sure made some cute babies in the '90s and early '00s: a son named Caleb, born in '97, and a daughter named Liv, born in '02. As we can see in this throwback photo Julianne posted to Instagram, they both inherited their mom's fiery red hair.
Julianne Moore's Kids Now
Shortly after Christmas in 2020, Julianne shared this updated photo of her kids together, and it's hard to believe that those adorable kiddos in her throwback picture are adults now! Today, Liv is 18 years old, while big brother Caleb is 23 — and they both still look so much like their mom.
Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt's Brood Then
Snapped as Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, and their kids arrived in Japan in November 2011, this photo really shows how tiny their children were 10 years ago. Angelina and Brad, who are no longer together, have six kids: Maddox, Zahara, Pax, Shiloh, Knox, and Vivienne.
Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt's Kids Now
We've watched Brad and Angelina's family grow up right before our eyes, and whoa, they're all so big now! Today, almost all of their kids are teenagers, ranging from the oldest, Maddox, who is now 19, to the twins, Knox and Vivienne, who will be turning 13 in July.
Lisa Rinna & Harry Hamlin's Kids Then
It's no surprise that Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Lisa Rinna and husband Harry Hamlin have had some beautiful daughters together: Delilah and Amelia. Here they are, posing with their mom as kids — all three of them are just too cute together.
Lisa Rinna & Harry Hamlin's Kids Now
Delilah and Amelia are all grown up! Not too long ago, Lisa shared this photo of her daughters together, writing, "the girls." Not surprising that they both grew up to be models! Today, Delilah is 22 years old, while her younger sister, Amelia, is 19 (and rumored to be dating Scott Disick).
Laura Dern's Daughter Then
There's no doubt that Laura Dern is an icon, and since her legendary role in Jurassic Park, Laura, along with musician ex Ben Harper, whom she split from in 2013, welcomed two children into the world. Here she is with her daughter, Jaya, who was born in 2004.
Laura Dern's Daughter Now
During a trip to Paris in 2019, Jaya "hacked" her mom's Instagram account to show off this selfie they took during their trip. Today, Jaya is 16 years old and seems to be following in her talented mom's footsteps in acting. Laura must be so proud of her daughter!
Laura Dern's Son Then
Time to meet Laura Dern's oldest! Her son's name is Ellery, and he was born in August 2001. Here, it's easy to see the love that has always existed between these two: They're both cheesin' hard and clearly look happy to be together! And according to Laura's Instagram, it seems like they've stayed just as close through the years.
Laura Dern's Son Now
In March 2020, Laura shared this photo of her and Ellery as she went with him to vote in his first election after turning 18! These days, Ellery, who turned 19 in August, is a full-fledged adult … and he's already broken into the world of modeling. Impressive!
Reese Witherspoon's Kids Then
It's crazy to think about how much Reese Witherspoon's kids have always looked like her — how cute are these three blondes? Here's a photo of Reese with kids Deacon and Ava, who she had with ex Ryan Phillippe. Reese said this snap was taken during a family trip to Martha's Vineyard.
Reese Witherspoon's Kids Now
My, how they have grown! Today, Ava is 21 years old while Deacon, who recently started breaking into music, is 17. Also pictured is Reese's third and youngest child, Tennessee James, who is now 8 years old, along with her current husband (and Tennessee's dad) Jim Toth.
Jada Pinkett Smith & Will Smith's Kids Then
Over the years, Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith have become one of the most talked about (and beloved) celebrity couples, and their children have been just as adored. Shortly after their 1997 wedding, they welcomed son Jaden, and their daughter, Willow, was born in 2000.
Jada Pinkett Smith & Will Smith's Kids Now
Knowing their parents, we're not shocked to find out how successful these kids already are. Today, Willow is 20 years old, a model, and hosts Red Table Talk with her mom and grandma, while Jaden is 22 years old and is already following in his dad's footsteps with his music career.
Katie Holmes' & Tom Cruise's Daughter Then
It seems like a full lifetime ago that Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise were a thing, but their daughter was instantly one of the most famous celebrity kids ever. In April 2006 — six years before Katie and Tom would go their separate ways — they welcomed Suri into the world.
Katie Holmes & Tom Cruise's Daughter Now
It's hard to believe that Suri is now a teenager! Today, Suri is 14 years old, and while it seems that she's estranged from her father these days, she and her mom couldn't be closer. Every now and then, she'll even make an appearance in a post on Katie's Instagram.
Gwyneth Paltrow & Chris Martin's Kids Then
Before their "conscious uncoupling" in 2016, Gwyneth Paltrow and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin had two children together, Apple and Moses. Though they're definitely both adorable here, it was only beginning to be clear just how much both of these kiddos would look like their mom someday.
Gwyneth Paltrow & Chris Martin's Kids Now
My, how these two have grown! Both Apple and Moses look just like their mom here (especially Apple, who shows up in selfies with her mom on Insta from time to time). Today, Apple is 16 years old, while her younger brother, Moses, is already 14. Time has flown!
Courteney Cox's Daughter Then
Though they are no longer married, Courteney Cox and David Arquette welcomed a baby girl named Coco in June 2004. She seems like a perfect mix of both of her parents from the start, and here, she's posing with her mom and grandma in a sweet throwback photo the former Friends star shared on Instagram.
Courteney Cox's Daughter Now
A lot has changed for that little girl in the throwback picture! Today, Coco is 16 years old and is looking so grown up in this dress that once belonged to her mom — and she looks more and more like Courteney all the time. Now, Coco is already pretty talented and sings with her mom on videos on Instagram.
