The ’90s had some unforgettable teen stars who made a lasting impact on our culture. They were everywhere – dominating the big screen, small screen, and even the airwaves. These were the teen idols of the ’90s that adorned your locker, lunchbox, and yes, they even had their own dolls.
While their fame may have only spanned a decade, these young actors and singers left a significant mark on American society. Some, like Kirsten Dunst, have gone on to have successful careers beyond the ’90s. And of course, there’s Leonardo DiCaprio, who you’ll still recognize from his early TV appearances on shows like Growing Pains and Parenthood.
So who were the best teen stars of the ’90s? From Larisa Oleynik to Freddie Prinze, Jr., we’ve got them all here. Whether you had a crush on them or aspired to be like them, these teenage actors taught us valuable life lessons while entertaining us.
Take a look at the ’90s teen celebrities below and make note of your favorites!
And finally, let’s not forget James Van Der Beek, who was quite a dividing figure among fans.
1. Will Smith
Movies: Men in Black, I Am Legend, I
Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
2. Reese Witherspoon
Movies: Walk the Line, Wild, Legally Blonde
Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
3. Leonardo DiCaprio
Movies: Titanic, Growing Pains
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California
4. Drew Barrymore
Movies: Poison Ivy, Mad Love, Batman Forever
Birthplace: Culver City, California, USA
5. Alicia Silverstone
Movies: Clueless, Batman & Robin
Birthplace: San Francisco, California, USA
6. Julia Stiles
Movies: The Bourne Ultimatum, 10 Things I Hate About You, The Bourne Supremacy
Birthplace: New York, New York, USA
7. Sarah Michelle Gellar
Movies: Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Cruel Intentions, The Grudge
Birthplace: New York, New York, USA
8. Christina Applegate
Movies: Married with Children, Up All Night, Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
Birthplace: Los Angeles, USA, Hollywood, California
9. Melissa Joan Hart
Movies: Melissa & Joey, Clarissa Explains It All, Drive Me Crazy
Birthplace: Smithtown, New York, USA
10. Jennifer Love Hewitt
Movies: Party of Five, Can’t Hardly Wait, I Know What You Did Last Summer
Birthplace: Waco, Texas, USA
11. Brittany Murphy
Movies: King of the Hill, 8 Mile, Clueless
Birthplace: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
