34 Celebs In Their Yearbook Photos Vs Now
Avril Lavigne
First up- Avril Levigne. We know her as the emo singer who was once an item with the singer of Nickelback. What a transformation. Her key attributes are intact however as she grew older her features developed in her favor. Oh, and she lost the glasses and the 80s haircut!
Front man of the iconic Guns N' Roses is almost unrecognizable. Especially with that innocent yet coy smile. And not to mention the classic "chili-bowl" haircut. Who would have thought that in just a few years his world would completely change.
Axl Rose
Fast forward a couple years and THIS IS the Axl Rose we have come to know and love. Still rockin that innocent and coy smile. His locks have also changed for the better. Throw in a few tattoos and voila!
The Queen Bee was born to slay! Her hair was on fleek before even having a "team". The Houston native has always been before her time when it comes to trends. Maybe she is the 1 percent that doesn't have any horrible photos.
Beyoncé
Beyoncé is known for delivering and this photo is sheer proof. Although airbrushed, Beyoncé still looks flawless. How can one human be so perfect? Aging has been good to her. Perfect hair, dashing looks, and a plunging neck line - yas queen!
Billy Corgan looks like he is a charter on the 80s television show, The Wonder Years! This old photo screams vintage. With the plaid button up shirt and cheesy smile, Corgan was clearly ready for picture day. Who would have ever thought that this face would soon be part of a band that was the epitome of adolescence, The Smashing Pumpkins.
Billy Corgan
Here we go a face we know today! Billy Corgan of Smashing Pumpkins. In this photo he looks content. Same piercing eyes as before. His stance and lack of facial expressions make him seem wise.
Is this Bruce Springsteen or Buddy Holly? Perhaps Weezer used this photo on the video for their video, Buddy Holly. Springsteen clearly got all the ladies. This reflects him in his own right as a truly dapper and sweet individual.
Bruce Springsteen
What a transformation! Springsteen has very similar traits to his younger photo. Both photos deliver a different stance however both seem innocent and simple. Which I think is very telling of the man we have come to know.
"As long as I got my suit and tie." Eddie van Morris looked clean as can be in this photo of him. I honestly can't remember when teens wore suits for their yearbook photo. Keep it classy Eddie - we approve.
Eddie Van Halen
Still rockin the classic suit! Who knows, maybe all he owns are suits?! Either way this has to be his go-to look. You know what they say, it's always better to over dress than under dress.
Wow, Eminem looks straight out of a Nickelodeon cartoon! This photo looks as innocent as can be. It's hard not to think this photo is absolutely adorable. This must be before he unleashed his brilliant rap game on 'em.
Eminem
His debut album may have been "Infinite," but it wasn't until the LP "The Real Slim Shady" where he made a lasting impression on everyone. He also garnished major attention after his tracks, which were also in the hit movie 8 Mile. He still has the same intense beady eyes, but we love them.
Don’t let the cap and gown throw you. Many people in the music industry made it through high school including rappers. Although he looks like he will grow to be a sweet kid he was anything but that. Don’t believe it? Bet us half a dollar.
50 Cent
Whoa, where'd those muscles come from? 50 cent is a rapper, actor, and producer widely known for his tunes "In Da Club," "Birthday," and more. Natural born creator and innovator 50 Cent is always in front of the trends. Creator of the hit television show on Starz, "Power", 50 Cent is a man of many talents.
G.L.A.M.O.R.OUS-yes! Fergie is the epitome of glam and that has clearly held true since her younger days. It’s clear that Fergie has always been destined to be in front of the crowd. Fergie has the same smile and sweet appearance that we love.
Fergie
Lead singer of the Black Eyed Peas, Fergie doesn't demand attention, she commands it. Since her debut she has since expanded as a solo artist. She is currently married to Josh Duhamel and mother to son Axl. Fergie may have her hands full, but she hasn't aged a day!
We have watched Gwen Stefani grow up right before our very eyes. As lead singer for the group, No Doubt, her hit album, Tragic Kingdom, was released over 20 years ago. I'm sure no one knew the talent she possessed by taking a glance at this sweet picture.
Gwen Stefani
Fast forward over 20 years and Stefani still looks fit as ever. Mother to Kingston, Zuma, and Apollo with ex-husband Gavin Rossdale in addition to having a career and touring. Stefani has gone on to reach mega stardom with her music and has since embarked as a solo artist. She is currently dating country singer Blake Shelton, who was once linked to Miranda Lambert.
A picture is worth a thousand words! If this picture isn't daunting then I don't know what is. This picture is of a young Iggy Pop, however you'd think it were from the early 1900s. Oddly enough it's also a very mesmerizing photo.
Iggy Pop
Although simple this has got to be one of my favorite photos of Iggy Pop. His stance is powerful which goes hand in hand to his personal on stage. Widely known for being an American singer-songwriter, musician, and actor. He was also born as, James Newell Osterberg, Jr., but we know him professionally as Iggy Pop.
THE powerhouse Jennifer Hudson! Jennifer Hudson made her debut as a contestant on American Idol, season 3. Although eliminated she came in seventh place for the show that deems itself on discovering talent. That didn't seem to stop her from reaching her dreams.
Jennifer Hudson
Jennifer Hudson has been on a high note ever since her elimination on season three of American Idol. She has released numerous #1 hits, been a spokesperson for many brands, and has even been on Broadway! One of her more memorable roles was in the movie, "Dreamgirls." We support Jennifer Hudson all the way!
What is there not to love about the adorable and quirky Jennifer Love Hewitt? Everything in this photo screams childhood! From her uneven bangs to her sweet smile this is almost straight from the book series, The Baby Sitters Club. Rightfully so, she did get her start as an actor at a young age. Hewitt starred on the Disney Channel show, Kids Incorporated.
Love Hewitt
Jessica Simpson
Although she was once ridiculed for her question about 'chicken of the sea' being tuna, we still adore her! From reality television to movies, the blonde bombshell has been on television for quite some time now. Currently she is married to Eric Johnson, the mom of two, has also launched her baby clothing line.
Katy Perry
Kid Rock
Robert James Ritchie, known professionally as Kid Rock, is an American singer, rapper, songwriter, musician, record producer, and actor. His 1998 album Devil Without a Cause caused ruckus and put him on the map.
THE Kurt Cobain! This throwback of Kurt portrays a sweet "boy next door" fellow. It also appears that he was into sports.
Kurt Cobain
Kurt Cobain was front man of the iconic group Nirvana. Nirvana took over the rock industry and has played at every stage imaginable over the course of his career. Sadly, Cobain passed away in 1994 in his Seattle home.
Madonna
Mariah Carey
Marilyn Mason
James Helfield
Paula Abdul
Crazy how different picture day is today! On this list alone there have been plenty of celebs donning a suit and tie for their yearbook duds. Is this where the saying, 'chivalry is dead,' stems from? This sweet rocker pictured had no idea that he was going to touch so many lives in the years to come.
Anthony Kiedis
Steven Tyler
Stevie Nicks
Tommy Lee
Travis Barker
Travis Landon Barker is an American musician and producer, and the drummer for the American rock band Blink-182. The band has played in numerous venues. After a long hiatus of not releasing an album, they recently released the album, "California". Like any thrill seeker, Barker has had his run ins with death. From surviving a plane crash to coming on top of his drug addiction, Barker says his children are his saving grace.
Jonathan Smith, better known by his stage name Lil Jon, is an American rapper, songwriter, record producer, entrepreneur, DJ and actor from Atlanta, Georgia. As you can see from this picture he wasn't always the 'crunk' type of person we know today. Then he was most likely more into turning up at home by reading and studying compared to the 'turn up' he does today. Good thing he actually grew into his self!
Lil Jon
Gene Simmons
Jon Bon Jovi
Dave Mustaine
Saul Hudson
Kirk Lee Hammett is the lead guitarist and contributing songwriter for the heavy metal band Metallica and has been a member of the band since 1983. Before joining Metallica he formed and named the band Exodus. By the looks of it, the aviators and leather jacket, Hammett must have always known his destiny as a rocker.
Kirk Lee Hammett
Alas - the last suit of the yearbook! This cutie-patootie is Stanley Bert Eisen. Stanley Bert Eisen, known professionally by his stage name Paul Stanley, is an American musician, singer, songwriter and painter best known for being the rhythm guitarist and co-lead singer of the rock band Kiss. He's also the great city of New York.