From Awkward to A-List: 17 Stars Who’ve Changed Beyond Recognition

Before they became household names, many of today’s biggest stars looked nothing like the polished icons we know. From awkward hairstyles and different body shapes to completely opposite fashion choices, these transformations prove that fame doesn’t just change careers — it can totally reinvent a person’s image.

1. Dwayne Johnson (2000 vs 2021)

2. Anne Hathaway (1999 vs 2021)

3. Tom Hardy (2010 vs 2025)

4. Meryl Streep (1977 vs 2006)

5. Arnold Schwarzenegger (1969 vs 2021)

6. Chris Pratt (2003 vs 2020)

7. Keira Knightley (2004 vs 2019)

8. Céline Dion (1988 vs 2025)

9. Hailey Rhode Baldwin Bieber (2010 vs 2021)

10. Zendaya (2010 vs 2023)

11. Katy Perry (2008 vs 2025)

12. Eva Longoria (2000 vs 2025)

13. Jason Momoa (2006 vs 2025)

14. Britney Spears (1999 vs 2019)

15. Mayim Bialik (1992 vs 2021)

16. Justin Bieber (2010 vs 2020)

17. Kristen Stewart (2002 vs 2021)

From subtle style shifts to jaw-dropping reinventions, these stars prove that fame can completely reshape a person’s image. Jason Momoa’s shocking makeover has left fans completely split, while others — like many on this list — were total heartthrobs in their youth long before the world knew their names.