We're not sure what it is about a throwback photo that gets us so riled up, but whenever one of our favorite celebrities posts a snap from their personal archives, it's a definite double tap on our end. Perhaps it's because it humanizes the celebrity in question or even reminds us of a cultural or fashion trend of times past that we're glad we ditched (talking to you, butterfly clips). Whatever the case, if you've got a throwback photo, we want it.
Purely for entertainment purposes, we decided to round up the most unrecognizable throwback photos of some of our favorite beloved celebrities. From a childhood red carpet moment à la Emma Roberts to a very, very young Rihanna in low-rise jeans (yes, you need to see it immediately), the pictures below are sure to warm your heart, make you smile, and inspire your next #TBT. Just keep scrolling to see for yourself.
Unsurprisingly, Scarlett Johansson has always been beautiful.
Oh hey, Rihanna.
Who knew Sarah Jessica Parker used to have such red hair?
No celebrity outfit has ever been as relatable.
Nicole Richie was too cute.
Thumbs up for this camo look on young Emma Roberts.
Kendall and Kylie will always be the cutest duo.
A reminder that the hair clip trend didn't originate in the age of Instagram.
How sweet is little Drew Barrymore attending the Golden Globes in 1983?
Should T.Swift bring back the curls?
Lt's just say '80s Angelina Jolie has very different style than 2019 Angelina Jolie.
Way before her days as Rue on Euphoria.
Flashback to the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants press tour.
Dakota Fanning just made us realize we need to rent Uptown Girls ASAP.
The craziest thing about this photo is probably that it's only 10 years old.
Always stunning.
Mandy Moore with the on-trend thong sandals!
Kristen Stewart in her all-black red carpet ensemble is cute and classic.
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