Here Are What the Kid Actors From Classic '80s and '90s Movies Look Like Today

If you grew up during the '80s or '90s, and all the entertainment that came with those decades, then you've come to the right place. The child actors on this list provided stellar performances in all types of films, becoming household names along the way. While some of them stuck around in the industry, others chose a different path. Today, we walk you down the hall of fame of child actors from those decades and what they’re up to now.

Famous for his role as the annoying yet caring elder brother in smash-hit Home Alone, Buzz McCallister and the other child actors of the franchise quickly rose to stardom for the quirky plot and their equally convincing acting.

Sadly, for Ratray, his acting career never fully took off. Despite the promise in his performance, he had to stick to minor roles and voice acting. He appeared in the 2013 films Nebraska and Blue Rain.

Even before the incredible success of Matilda, Mara Wilson was set for success. With roles in movies like Mrs. Doubtfire, Miracle on 34th Street, and Thomas and the Magic Railroad, Wilson was one of the most prominent child actors of the '90s.

Mara Wilson has been affiliated with Hollywood very lightly, mostly focusing on her writing career. She has a recurring role as 'The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home' on the podcast, Welcome to the Night Vale.