Celebrity Yearbooks Photos That Prove Not Everyone Peaked in High School

Oprah

Oprah looks stunning in this black-and-white yearbook picture from her high school years. She’s sporting a classic early 70s hairstyle, peace sign earrings, and a cute choker, showing she had a handle on simple, in-trend styles even from a young age. Oprah graduated from East Nashville High School where she participated in her high school speech team. Following high school, Oprah began working at a local radio station. Eventually, she began hosting her own talk show, The Oprah Winfrey Show, which catapulted Oprah into fame.

Jimmy Fallon

Jimmy Fallon looks very different in his high school year book photo! He has a the soft, bright face of youth in this photo, but the Jimmy Fallon we know and love today looks as though he’s lived a full life and learned plenty from it. Jimmy attended Saugerties High School, and his teen years were filled with pursuing his passion. Jimmy learned to play guitar at age 13 and frequently impressed his peers and parents with his comedic skits and impressions. Jimmy had always dreamed of appearing on Saturday Night Live and he finally acceived that dream in 1998.

Kim Kardashian

Kim Kardashian looks like a completely different person in this picture! Her face is more heart shaped and less angular here, and her hairstyle is world’s away from how the reality tv star wears it these days. Kim attended Marymount High School, which is an all-girls Catholic high school in Los Angeles. Kim Kardashian rose to fame slowly, beginning with working as a stylist for Paris Hilton, who was a childhood friend of Kim’s. She eventually starred in the hit reality show Keeping Up With The Kardashians, through which she amassed a large following.

Kanye West

Wow! The rapper we know today looks very different from the Kanye West featured in this photo. We all know Kanye West has been rather outspoken in the media lately, but that’s just who the star has always been. Those who knew West from a young age know he’s always had something to say. West began writing poetry at only five years old, and began rapping in the seventh grade. His unique ability to put his feelings and perspective into words translated into a long-lasting musical career that he’s still enjoying today.

Kate Moss

Look at how adorable Kate Moss looks in this school photo! With her prominent freckles, wavy hair, and cherub smile, Kate radiates childhood innocence. Today, the British model has a far more refined and stylish look. She’s often seen with the best color and hair cut, gorgeous clothes, and a smile that lights up the room. Kate Moss found massive success in the modeling industry, despite coming into the field at the end of the supermodel era. She’s a cultural icon for British fashion, and is a contributing fashion editor for British Vouge to this day!

Matthew McConaughey

Look at Matthew McConaughey in his dapper suit with a huge grin in this picture! He looks like he’s having a blast while this yearbook photo was taken. McConaughey originally aspired to go to law school after graduating high school, but he decided his true passion lied with acting instead. Matthew’s breakout role in Dazed and Confused shot him into the limelight, and he starred in several big box productions after that film acheieved massive success. McConaughey is best known for his roles in Interstellar and The Wolf of Wall Street.

Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez looks gorgeous in this yearbook picture with her short-cropped hair and minimalst jewelry, both of which were massive fashion trends in the 90s. Her yearbook quote, “What a lovely dream come true to love someone who loves you,” shows the passionate side she discovered in high school. J.Lo is well known for her impressive acting, singing, and dancing skills, making this women quite the triple threat! She’s best known for impressive curves that she frequently shows off during her dance numbers.

Sean Penn

Sean Penn does not look impressed in this yearbook photo! He has the sad eyes and side-swept hair representative of the grungy teen phase many adolescents experience. Sean graduated from Santa Monica High School and immediately began pursuing his dream of becoming a professional actor. He’s best known for his roles in Into the Wild and Mystic River.

Leonardo DiCaprio

Leo is looking fine in this yearbook photo! His gorgeous hair and mischievous smile say this teen knew he was destined for greatness! Leo knew he was destined to become an actor and made his first stage performance at the tender age of two! Leonardo DiCaprio is known as one of the most talented actors of our time. His performance in Titanic received rave reviews and shot him straight into stardom. From there, Leo starred in several major productions, including Django Unchained and Wolf of Wall Street.

Nick Offerman

Nick Offerman is looking fine in this picture with his classy tux! Nick was born in Joliet, Illinois, and attended Minooka Community High School. He pursued a bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts from the University of Illinois and helped co-found a Chicago based theater company called Definate Theater. Nick Offerman became a well-known comedian and actor as the years went on, and he’s best known for his role as Ron Swanson in the hit NBC sitcom Parks and Recreation.

Winona Ryder

Wow, look at Winona Ryder as a teen! She’s rocking the style of the 80s with her jean jacket and short cropped hair. Winona attended Petaluma High School, where she was the victim of much bullying. Despite finding success with the film Beetlejuice as a teen, it only made her classmates more cruel. However, Winona didn’t let this stop her from reaching her goals. She continued to pursue acting and received several coveted awards for her performances, including a Golden Globe Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a BAFTA award.

Peter Dinklage

Peter attended Delbarton School, a Catholic prepatory school for boys, during which he focused on chasing his dreams of being a performer. He was the only member of his family to be born with achondroplasia, which initially hindered his attempts to find work. Eventually, Peter managed to impress the world with his acting skills and began receiving roles for complex characters, where he received massive praise. Peter is best known for his roles in X-Men: Days of Future Past and Avengers: Infinity War.

Victoria Beckham

Victoria Beckham looks like any other adolescent girl in the 80s with her messy side pontytail and awkward grin. Victoria spent her youth studying the arts and taking dance, singing, and acting lessons. The years of study paid off when she joined the all-girl band Spice Girls, which rocketed her into fame. Victoria didn’t stop when the group ended! She began pursuing other musical and acting opportunities, and became a prominent English fashion designer!

Russel Brand

Russel Brand looks so different in this picture without his classic long hair and lean frame we know and love today! Brand has a knack for comedy with his locquatious, flamboyant style. He’s become a reputable comedian who has receieved several coveted awards for his performances. Over the years, Russel brand has received three British Comedy Awards, and he’s starred in multiple films that showcase his impressive range of abilities.

Topher Grace

Topher Grace looks nothing like he does today in this adorable picture! The youthful face and awkward smile have matured over the years into a more refined look that Topher carries with him through all his roles. Grace is best known for his portrayl of Eric Forman in That 70s Show and That 90s Show. He’s also appeared in several big-box films, such as Spider-Man 3 and Predators.

So, did you have a tough time recognizing any of these celebrities? We did too! It’s crazy to see how much changes after high school, especially since it feels like you’ll spend your entire life in high school when you’re still in the thick of it! These celebs rocked their yearbook photos and continue rocking the stage today.