TOP-20: Child Stars Of The ’80s then and now
The 1980s were a much harder time to become famous if you were a kid. These days, Nickelodeon and Disney Channel have “machines” designed to crank out stars. For that reason, ’80s child stars made a lasting impact that today’s pre-fab stars may not be able to maintain over time.
Of course, talent was involved, too. The biggest of the ’80s kid stars had plenty of talent. Sometimes they were versatile, while other times they had one specific thing that they did especially well. Whether or not they were able to maintain their careers after growing up and losing the kid cuteness, these celebrities doubtlessly earned their fans’ adoration during that amazing pop culture decade.
Here are the top 20 Biggest Child Stars of the 1980s. Where Are They Now:

JONATHAN KE QUAN
Jonathan Ke Quan initially went by the name Ke Huy Quan when he memorably played Short Round in Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom and Data in The Goonies.
SOLEIL MOON FRYE
The TV series Punky Brewster ran for four seasons, fueled by the charm of its plucky young lead, seven-year-old Soleil Moon Frye. While never a ratings smash, the title character amassed enough of a following with kids to keep the show on the air and to spawn an animated spinoff
EMMANUEL LEWIS
You could hardly turn on the TV in the ’80s without seeing Emmanuel Lewis. He was the star of the hit show Webster, which made him a household name and led to repeated talk show appearances.
COREY HAIM
After breaking out in the acclaimed 1986 coming-of-age story Lucas, Corey Haim went on to become one of the premiere heartthrobs of the decade. He was often teamed onscreen with real-life best friend Corey Feldman. Together, they made The Lost Boys, License to Drive, and Dream a Little Dream.
He died of pneumonia on March 10, 2010.

COREY FELDMAN
The other member of the Two Coreys was Los Angeles-native Corey Feldman, who was a staple in commercials and TV guest spots before scoring roles in the blockbusters Gremlins, The Goonies, and Stand By Me.
RICKY SCHRODER
Ricky Schroder first got Hollywood’s attention in 1979, with his stellar performance in the tearjerker The Champ – a role for which he won a Golden Globe. Then, in 1992, he landed the lead role of Ricky Stratton, the son of a millionaire, on the sitcom Silver Spoons
KIRK CAMERON
On the series Growing Pains, Kirk Cameron played Mike Seaver, a kid with a penchant for getting into trouble, but also a gift for using his inherent charm to get out of it..
DUSTIN DIAMOND
Saved by the Bell was ahead of its time. Debuting in 1989, the popular Saturday morning live-action teen show paved the way for the tween programs that now make up huge chunks of Nickelodeon and the Disney Channel.
DANICA MCKELLAR
Winnie Cooper was the love of Kevin Arnold’s life on ABC’s acclaimed The Wonder Years. In real life, Danica McKellar was tasked with being the representation of every viewer’s young love.
FRED SAVAGE
The other half of this Wonder Years equation (pun intended) is Fred Savage, who so earnestly played the lead role of Kevin that he was nominated for two Golden Globes and two Emmy Awards
DREW BARRYMORE
When she burst onto the scene as Gertie in Steven Spielberg’s 1982 classic E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial, Drew Barrymore was the textbook definition of “adorable.” But even at the tender age of six, it was clear that she had genuine substance. A member of the famous Barrymore acting clan, little Drew proved that talent might very well be genetic. Jamison Newlander – Lost boys
Jenny Lewis
Jenny Lewis made her acting debut in 1985 at age 9. The following year, she was cast alongside Lucille Ball in the short-lived sitcom "Life with Lucy." But it wasn't until 1989 that she scored her first big break when she was cast as Hannah in "Troop Beverly Hills."
Lukas Haas
Lukas Haas made his acting debut in "Testament" in 1983 and memorably starred as Samuel in "Witness" in 1985.
Melissa Gilber
Jeff Cohen
Jeff Cohen started acting on television when he was just 9 years old. His big break came in 1985 when he was cast as Chunk in "The Goonies" -- and memorably coined the Truffle Shuffle.
Alyssa Milano
She is best known for her roles in Who's the Boss?, Melrose Place, Charmed, My Name is Earl, Mistresses and Wet Hot American Summer: 10 Years Later. And Commando with Arnold Schwarzenegger
Alyssa Milano started her career at age 8 when she won a role in a touring production of "Annie." Roles in commercials and in independent films followed until Alyssa scored her first big break in 1984 at age 11 when she was cast as Samantha Micelli in "Who's the Boss?" Alyssa romanced fellow '80s child star Corey Haim from 1987 to 1990.
Tiffany Brissette
Joey McIntyre
Keshia Knight Pulliam

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