Child Stars

Crime January 17

Former Nickelodeon child star Kianna Underwood killed in NYC hit-and-run: police

Kianna Underwood, who appeared on Nickelodeon's "All That" and voiced a character on "Little Bill," died after being struck by two vehicles in Brooklyn, police said.

Entertainment January 17

Hayden Panettiere says growing up in Hollywood made her ‘very protective’ of kids on set

Former "Heroes" star Hayden Panettiere reveals she was a real-life sleepwalker before starring in the psychological thriller "Sleepwalker" with Beverly D'Angelo.

TV January 11

Former child star Jennette McCurdy reveals grooming ‘red flag’ she missed dating older man at 18

Jennette McCurdy warns about classic grooming tactics after dating older man at 18. The former Nickelodeon star reveals red flags in age-gap relationships.

Crime January 10

Former Disney actor Matt Prokop arrested in Texas on child pornography and assault charges

Former Disney actor Matt Prokop was arrested in Texas on child pornography charges. The "High School Musical 3" star faces felony and misdemeanor counts.

Entertainment December 21

Ethan Hawke calls celebrity 'poison' for young actors in Hollywood

Ethan Hawke tells Joe Rogan that celebrity is "poison" for young actors' brains, reflecting on his early Hollywood career and "Dead Poets Society" fame.

Entertainment December 14

Frankie Muniz credits Arizona move with saving his life after Hollywood

After rising to fame on "Malcolm in the Middle," Frankie Muniz shares how relocating from Los Angeles to Arizona changed his outlook and inspired his return to NASCAR racing.

Movies November 28

Macaulay Culkin admits how Hollywood put him in harm's way as a child actor

Macaulay Culkin reveals shocking behind-the-scenes details from filming "My Girl" as a child actor, including being swarmed by thousands of real bees.

Child Stars November 16

'Brady Bunch' star Barry Williams admits he couldn't hide attraction to TV sister Maureen McCormick

Barry Williams reveals his real crush on Maureen McCormick during the filming of "The Brady Bunch" in a new CW docuseries, sharing behind-the-scenes secrets from the iconic sitcom.

Then and Now October 24

'Bewitched' actress Erin Murphy posts barefaced photo to shut down persistent facelift rumors

Former "Bewitched" child star Erin Murphy posts barefaced photo at 61, explaining she hasn't had plastic surgery despite online rumors about her appearance.

Entertainment October 10

LeAnn Rimes reflects on surviving fame, admits a lot of child stars 'don’t see 43’

LeAnn Rimes reflects on overcoming the challenges of child stardom, mental health struggles and finding light in her darkest moments at age 43.