Rory In 'Accepted' 'Memba Her?!
American actress Maria Thayer was 30 years old when she played the smart and pretty high school graduate, determined to get accepted into Yale University Rory -- in the comedy/teen film "Accepted" back in 2006.
Thayer shared the big screen with Justin Long as the slacker who invented the fake college, "South Harmon Institute of Technology," aka 'S.H.I.T.,' Bartleby, Blake Lively as Bartleby's love interest who makes the transfer to 'S.H.I.T,' Monica, and Jonah Hill as the nerdy friend looking to join a fraternity, Sherman.
Maria was also in the films, "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" and "Hitch."
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Anna On 'The O.C.' 'Memba Her?!
American actress Samaire Armstrong was 22 years old when she first started playing the role of Anna Stern -- the cute comic book reader from Pittsburgh with a witty personality -- in the teen drama series "The O.C." back in 2003.
Armstrong was part of an ensemble cast including Mischa Barton as the pretty and troubled teen, Marissa Cooper, Adam Brody as the nerdy comic book guru and Anna's love interest, Seth Cohen and Rachel Bilson as the materialistic and at times judgmental, Summer Roberts.
Most recently, Samaire ran for mayor of Sedona, Arizona.
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Young Forrest In 'Forrest Gump' 'Memba Him?!
American actor Michael Conner Humphreys was just 8 years old when he played the young version of Forrest -- who grew up in rural Alabama during the 1950s -- in the 1994 drama/romance film "Forrest Gump".
Humphreys was part of a legendary cast including Tom Hanks as the ping-pong pro who joined the US army and served in Vietnam, Forrest Gump, Robin Wright as the hippie trying to find her way in life, Jenny and Sally Field as Forrest's loving and supportive mother, Mrs. Gump.
Following his high school graduation, Michael enlisted in the US Army in 2004 and completed his service in 2008.
"Run Forrest, Run!"
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Claudia In 'Kingpin' 'Memba Her?!
English actress and model Vanessa Angel was 29 years old when she was cast to play the role of Claudia -- the beautiful and funny girlfriend who hilariously schemes her way to winning lots of money -- in the comedy film "Kingpin" back in 1996.
Woody Harrelson starred as the kid who was raised to bowl before his hand is injured in a match, Roy, Bill Murray as the hustler and cocky bowler willing to do whatever it takes to win, Ernie and Randy Quaid as the Amish farmer who keeps his bowling talents hidden from his family, Ishmael.
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Lydia In 'Mrs. Doubtfire' 'Memba Her?!
Canadian actress Lisa Jakub was only 14 when she was cast to play Lydia Hillard -- the eldest of the three Hillard kiddos, who helps her siblings navigate through their parents' divorce -- in the 1993 family film, "Mrs. Doubtfire."
Lisa shared the big screen with the late Robin Williams as the funny father-turned-nanny, Mrs. Doubtfire, Sally Field as the more stern and stressed-out parent, Miranda, Matthew Lawrence as the sporty middle child, and Mara Wilson as the third and youngest child.
Today, Lisa is all about mental health, staying active and is a certified yoga teacher.
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Young William Miller In 'Almost Famous' 'Memba Him?!
American actor Michael Angarano was just 12 years old when he was cast as the young William Miller -- who would later become a journalist for Rolling Stone magazine, tagging along with the band, Stillwater, for their cross-country tour -- in the 2000 movie "Almost Famous."
Angarano shared the big screen with Hollywood greats including Patrick Fugit as the 15-year-old version of William Miller, Billy Crudup as the lead guitarist of Stillwater, Russell Hammond and Kate Hudson as the #1 groupie of the band who is in love with Russell, Penny Lane.
Michael also played the role of Nick alongside Meryl Streep in the 1999 musical film "Music of the Heart."
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Australian Actress Holly Valance 'Memba Her?!
Australian native and former actress Holly Valance had a successful career that took off in her late teens - early 20s with her TV roles, Felicity Scully on the soap opera "Neighbours" and Nika Volek in "Prison Break."
Some of her notable movies include playing the pop star in "Taken" alongside Liam Neeson ... She landed starring roles in "DOA: Dead or Alive" with Devon Aoki and Paris Hilton's comedy film "National Lampoon's Pledge This!" with Paula Garcés.
In 2013, Holly stepped away from her acting career to focus on her family and charity work.
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Charlie In 'Hereditary' 'Memba Her?!
American actress Milly Shapiro was only 15 years old when she played the clicking role of Charlie -- the youngest child of the Graham family who is possessed by King Paimon -- in the horror/drama film "Hereditary" back in 2018.
Milly shared the big screen with Toni Collette as the mother who decapitates herself Annie Graham, Gabriel Byrne as the father and psychiatrist Steve Graham and Alex Wolff as Charlie's older brother who loves his marijuana, Peter Graham.
Prior to her starring in "Hereditary", Milly played the role of Matilda Wormwood in the Broadway production of "Matilda the Musical" back in 2013.
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Singer Colbie Caillat 'Memba Her?!
American singer and California native Colbie Caillat was in her early 20s when she became a well-known star for her hit tracks like "Bubbly" and "Realize" back in 2007.
During this time, the social media site "Myspace" helped Caillat gain popularity and recognition during her rise to stardom, making her the number one unsigned artist of her genre (Folk Pop) at the time.
Colbie has also collaborated with some of music's hottest stars like Taylor Swift for whom she co-wrote and sang background vocals on the song "Breathe."
"It starts in my toes, and I crinkle my nose..."
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Dr. Abby On 'ER' 'Memba Her?!
American actress Maura Tierney was in her mid-30s when she first started playing the role of Dr. Abby -- the once modest nurse who evolves into a confident doctor -- on the medical drama series "ER" back in 1999.
Tierney shared the screen with Noah Wyle as the ambitious medical student, John Carter, Laura Innes as well-accomplished doctor Kerry Weaver and throwin' it back to his big break ... George Clooney as the devoted pediatrics physician, Doug Ross.
Maura also played the role of Lisa Miller on the sitcom "News Radio" in the late '90s.
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Elvis Presley In 'Walk The Line' 'Memba Him?!
American actor and singer Tyler Hilton was 21 years old when he played the role of Elvis Presley -- touring and performing in numerous cities with Johnny Cash in the '50s and ultimately becoming pals -- in the musical/drama film "Walk The Line" back in 2005.
Hilton shared the big screen with Joaquin Phoenix as the uber-talented musician dealing with stardom and opioid addiction, Johnny Cash, Reese Witherspoon as the comedic performer who falls in love with Cash, June Carter and Ginnifer Goodwin as Johnny's wife who files for divorce, Vivian Cash.
Tyler also played Chris Keller in the CW's "One Tree Hill" and the love interest in Taylor Swift's "Teardrops On My Guitar" music video.
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'Five For Fighting' 'Memba Him?!
American singer and songwriter Vladimir John Ondrasik III -- more commonly known as "Five For Fighting" -- was in his mid-30s when he rose to stardom with hit songs like "Superman", "100 Years" and "The Riddle."
The singer's popularity continued well into the late 2000s ... "Chances" played over the end credits of the film "The Blind Side" with Sandra Bullock and Tim McGraw. In 2016, Five For Fighting's song "Born To Win" debuted and was the opening montage track for the Season 8 finale of "American Ninja Warrior."
To this day, Five For Fighting's music is appreciated and respected by other big-name musicians like Idina Menzel.
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The '25K Sunglasses Girl' Dana Wilkey On 'RHOBH' 'Memba Her?!
TV Personality Dana Wilkey was in her mid-30s when she became popular as one of the more bougie women of the Beverly Hills squad -- most known for showing off her $25,000 sunglasses -- on Bravo's season 2 of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" back in 2011.
Although she was not a primary cast member, her flashiness and over-the-top personality earned her some star-power points and contributed to the show's drama, standing alongside key players including Kyle Richards, Lisa Vanderpump and Camille Grammer.
... And, can't forget about her $1 million lollipop holder!
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Plain White T's 'Memba Them?!
The American rock band Plain White T's first surfaced on the music scene back in 1997 and continues to captivate their fans to this day. Their 2006 hit song "Hey There Delilah" put the stamp on their fame and success, earning one Grammy nod and peaking #1 on the charts.
Originally forming in '97 with high school pals Tom Higgenson, Dave Tirio and Ken Fletcher ... Steve Mast would join the group soon after. Their songs "1,2,3,4" and "Rhythm of Love" are also some fan favorites.
Today, the group is still rockin' out ... recently performing in Texas at Tarleton State University, and they're gearing up for a summer tour!
"Hey there, Delilah!"
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OG YouTuber 'Venetian Princess' 'Memba Her?!
OG YouTuber Jodie-Amy Rivera aka Venetian Princess was 23 years old when she first started making song parodies and reenactments of popular culture events on her YouTube channel back in 2007.
Some of her most viral vids include Taylor Swift's "You Belong With Me, Just A Zombie", Lady Gaga's "Poker Face, Outer Space" (which has 60 million views), and Britney Spear's "Womanizer."
She also gained popularity with her series, "The Princess Chronicles"... known for its intricate editing, unique fashion, and transitional visual effects.
Venetian Princess was the #1 subscribed YouTuber in the world in 2009-2010.
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Singer Jason Mraz 'Memba Him?!
American musician Jason Mraz was in his early 20s when he rose to fame... with his talented voice and stellar guitar-playing skills to back it all up! After the release of his 2002 debut album, "Waiting for My Rocket to Come" ... Mraz's music career would become one to reckon with!
The talented singer has quite the list of accolades, including two Grammy wins for his singles "Make It Mine" and "Lucky" featuring Colbie Caillat. His sing-along tunes, like "I'm Yours" held a record spot on the Billboard Hot 100 list, remaining there for 76 weeks back in 2008.