This proves that most celebrities are just like us. Attending prom is a right of passage, and whether you're a child star or not, it would be tragic to miss the most iconic night of high school. Some of our favorite A-listers once shared that quintessential high school moment with us, and in many cases, all the awkwardness and weird fashion choices that come with it.
John Stamos
Looks like John Stamos and his date got their hair done at the same place. Look at the curls on those two! Her dress is straight out of the 1960s, and check out that oversized bowtie. Thank god he upped his game to play Uncle Jesse.
Bruno Mars
Bruno Mars has always channeled the King of Pop in his aesthetic, and it looks like this was true even during his teen years. Mars has never let his height bring him down, either. He and his date look great together in this sweet throwback pic.
Demi Lovato
Hopefully, Demi wasn't Dancing With the Devil on her prom night. The former Disney star was already famous when she was in high school, but it looks like she took a friend and not a Hollywood co-star to the dance. That color looks great on her!
Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift and her date did the bold thing of wearing exact matching outfits, but the baseball cap... That's not it. Either way, if the evening went well, hopefully, no song from the country-pop star came out of it.
Angelina Jolie
Jolie has never not been called the most beautiful woman in the world. Even from a young age, she was adorable. It doesn't matter if she went to prom with a date or not, she was definitely the best-dressed student there.
Danielle Fishel and Lance Bass
Anyone else know how this happened? How did a member of *NSYNC take Topanga to the prom? Either way, they were probably the cutest couple in attendance. Now, Fishel is married to the guy who had the Cinnamon Toast Crunch and shrimp tail debacle on Twitter.
Ellen DeGeneres
Check out these fashion trends in Ellen's prom picture. The 1970s are in full swing here, but thankfully that's exactly where this dress stayed. She was probably just as funny in high school as she is now!
Tiger Woods
Tiger Woods is a legendary golfer who has always been devoted to the game. He'd been playing the televised sport since he was ten years old. This couple looks classy as ever with their sharp coordinating outfits.
Scarlett Johansson
Scarlett Johansson has always been the bombshell that she is today. She starred in "Lost in Translation" at just 17, so she was likely a very coveted prom date. She definitely had a teenage rebellion phase—check out that nose ring.
Will Ferrell
Will Ferrell was definitely always the class clown, just check out this photo. His date is missing her tiara, and he's missing his jacket. Young Will was quite a looker, even though he's primarily known for comedic roles.
Natalie Portman
Portman started acting from a young age. Remember her iconic role as the young princess Padme in Star Wars? This photo was certainly before that, but not by much. She looks like she's barely aged from the looks of this picture.
Brad Pitt
Though a young Brad Pitt wasn't exactly stylish, he was still adorable. He went on to star in movies like Fight Club, Interview with a Vampire, and A River Runs Through It. He's been one of Hollywood's hottest actors ever since he hit the screen.
Britney Spears
Britney has always been an impeccable dresser. This prom dress is giving major "Lucky" music video vibes. Since she's always been in the spotlight, whoever was lucky enough to take her to prom has probably never forgotten it.
Jessica Alba
Jessica Alba was a 90's icon. She was the "It Girl" everyone wanted to be, and this guy was lucky enough to take her to the prom. She started her career at age 13 in Camp Nowhere and The Secret World of Alex Mack on TV.
Jimmy Fallon
Hard to believe this pale nerdy guy is famous talk show host Jimmy Fallon. He's suited up each week on TV as he interviews stars behind his desk, and he looks just as sharp here. Check out that hair, though...
Julia Roberts
That smile is recognizable from a mile away. The future Pretty Woman star went to prom with an adorable date back in the 80s. It looks like he still has the original photo to prove it.
Kellie Pickler
The country star is channeling some major "Genie in a Bottle" vibes with this dress. She's always been one to make an impression, and this dress is certainly stunning. She later went on to tour with the likes of Taylor Swift.
Lizzy Caplan
The Mean Girls star must have gotten inspiration for Janice Ian's hair from her own prom photos. She was definitely a part of the cool alternative crowd by the looks of her date's appearance, too. It's hard to believe she went on to have very normal roles in New Girl and Cloverfield.
Matthew McConaughey
Alright, alright, alright, a young McConaughey cleans up nice. He looks dapper enough to step right onto a Hollywood stage. Surely his date regrets not trying to pursue a relationship with him after high school.
Ryan Seacrest
Ryan Seacrest is one of the most recognizable hosts in Hollywood. From American Idol to New Year's Eve, he's done it all. This oversized suit was fashionable during the '90s, but he definitely wouldn't be caught dead in it now.
Snoop Dogg
Snoop Dogg isn't often seen out wearing a sharp suit like this, but he looks great here. Did you know he went to the same high school as Cameron Diaz? Maybe they even got a dance in together.
Carrie Underwood
Here's hoping this date didn't wrong her enough to deserve a song as vengeful as "Before He Cheats." This photo is vintage at its finest. Look at how sweet Underwood looks here before she ever wrote a diss track.
Ashton Kutcher
Classic Ashton Kutcher. Not long after this photo was taken did he land his iconic role on That '70s Show, playing high school himbo Michael Kelso. He was probably just as loveable during his real high school tenure as he was on the sitcom.
Beyoncé
Bey and her date look pretty "Crazy in Love," don't they? She got her start young, singing in Destiny's Child just after high school. She's absolutely owning that dress with an unconventional cut in this photo.
Fergie
The Black Eyed Peas singer seems to have had a blast at prom with a group of her friends. She's rocking that form-fitting halter dress. If you look closely, she looks like she's barely aged.
Kim Kardashian
Kim K. looks just as iconic here as she does today. The "Keeping Up With the Kardashians" star has always been a pro at hair and makeup from a young age, and she's proving that with this classic updo look. Who would have thought she'd grow up to be one of the most influential women in pop culture?
Lady Gaga
A star was certainly born in this photo. Look at how cool Gaga and her date look with their matching aviator shades. She'd go on to become one of pop music's most iconic performers with her avant-garde costumes and lyricism.
Amy Poehler
Amy Poehler went to high school in Massachusetts before getting a degree in communications from Boston College in the early '90s. It's likely that many of those experiences influenced her time in the writing room at SNL. This dress looks more wedding-appropriate than prom-ready.
Snooki
That looks like classic "Jersey Shore" era Snooki. The reality star was a lead cast member on the reality show in her early 20's, just a few short years after this photo was taken. Since then, she's gotten married and had a handful of tiny Snooki-lookalike children.
Tyra Banks
Tyra has always had that model factor. Look at how she's absolutely serving looks in that lowcut halter dress. She'd crown herself "America's Next Top Model" if she could.
Sandra Bullock
Look at the intricate hairstyle Sandra Bullock is rocking in this black and white throwback pic. She and her date look totally loved up. Hopefully, they stayed in touch when she got famous.
Reese Witherspoon
The Legally Blonde star is channeling some serious Cruel Intentions energy in her prom photo, which she starred in when she was just a teen. She'd been a child star for some time, also landing a role in The Man in the Moon in 1991 when she was just 16.
Adam Levine
The "She Will Be Loved" singer looks like a baby in this photo, doesn't he? That white suit is definitely washing him out, and it's jarring to see him without any tattoos, but he's still a looker. His high school date probably regrets letting him get away since he's now married to model Behati Prinsloo.
Blake Lively
Before she starred in The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants or "Gossip Girl," Blake Lively was a regular teen just like us. She's going for a classic prom princess look here, and if her real-life high school experience was anything like Serena Van Der Woodsen's, then she probably won the title.
Jon Hamm
The "Mad Men" star looks as dapper as John Draper in his high school prom photo. He and his date went for classic black ensembles, and they both look great. Is it any wonder he landed the esteemed role of the hot executive?
Halle Berry
Halle Berry is definitely channeling a 1980s Princess Diana look, as most high school girls back then were doing. That short hairdo and off-shoulder dress is a classic homage of the time. She'd then go on to be the first African American woman to win Best Actress at the Oscars.
George Clooney
Goerge Clooney is nearly unrecognizable in this photo. He's got the most dated hairstyle ever, and without his signature salt-and-pepper hair, it's hard to tell that this is one of Hollywood's favorite actors. His date looks thrilled to be there with him, as she should be!
Lindsay Lohan
The Mean Girls star had as normal a childhood as possible despite acting in films like The Parent Trap from a young age. However, she did have a wild partying phase in her early twenties, as most young actors and actresses do. Since then, she's been the owner of an elite beach club in Mykonos, Greece.
Usher
Usher looks absolutely adorable in this photo. If his high school was smart, they'd have booked him as the entertainment for prom, too. Who can forget his hit songs like "Yeah!"?
Kobe Bryant
You'd better believe that's the late Laker's star Kobe Bryant next to singer Brandy at his prom. What an iconic couple? It wouldn't be until a few years later that he met his wife, Vanessa, who he was married to until his death in 2020.
Faith Hill
Country music star Faith Hill looks like she landed the title of Prom Queen in this throwback photo. It was a common trend to take very formal prom photos back then — it almost looks like a wedding photo. Judging by how famous she is today, her date probably wishes that it was.
Elizabeth Banks
Actress and comedian, Elizabeth Banks used to be a brunette back in high school. She and her date look super sweet in this photo, and she probably has no idea how famous she'll grow up to be. She's starred in everything from The Hunger Games to Pitch Perfect.
Courteney Cox
This Friends star looks totally unrecognizable as a teenager. With that short hairstyle and modest dress, you'd never believe this is the same woman who played Monica Gellar.
Debra Messing
The Will & Grace star opted for a unique style for her prom dress. It's modest and paired with a big hairdo, not too far off from the iconic natural curls that she rocked during her time on the sitcom. She'd also later go on to star in films like The Wedding Date.
Bella Thorne
This photo of Bella Thorne was definitely taken during her time on Disney's "Shake It Up." She's always been one for bold fashion choices and this mermaid-esque dress is no exception. Thorne has since left Disney and is now an Instagram influencer.
Kerry Washington
The Scandal star looks like she's glowing in her prom photo. With a pretty updo and a sparkly dress like that, who wouldn't have a great time? She's no stranger to being the center of attention, and this photo puts her as just that.
Kevin Garnett
Look at how much taller NBA star Kevin Garnett is than his date. Would you believe he's 6'11"? He and his date look really sweet in their coordinating purple outfits.
LeBron James
Though he's not as tall as Garnett, LeBron James still made a statement with his prom photo. He and his date also coordinated their outfits, with her wearing a light pink dress and him matching his tie and flowers. Looks like they had a great night!
Meryl Streep
Of course, Meryl Streep won Prom Queen. Who else would they crown other than the OG Dancing Queen? She's starred in literally everything, from Mamma Mia!, The Devil Wears Prada, Julie and Julia, and "Big Little Lies."
Sarah Palin
Yep, that really is the former Governor of Alaska, Sarah Palin. If you didn't know, you likely wouldn't be able to guess because she looks so different today. Now, she still lives in Alaska raising her many kids.
Rihanna
Rihanna looks exactly the same in her prom photo as she does today. Her signature short hairstyle is an iconic part of her look. She looks great in that bright blue dress!
Elle Fanning
Elle Fanning looks stunning in this prom photo, and the dress fits considering she starred as Aurora and Cinderella. She's quite young, so this photo must have been taken in recent years. She's now starring in Hulu's The Great as Catherine the Great of Russia.
Shailene Woodley
Shailene Woodley looks like she's channeling her character from "The Secret Life of the American Teenager" with this look. It's a pretty daring choice for a high school dance. She later starred in The Fault in Our Stars, Divergent, and Adrift.
Gwen Stefani
Gwen Stefani looks like she's just about to enter her legendary ska rocker phase. Check out that punk hairstyle and those white gloves. This look is both cool and b-a-n-a-n-a-s.
Nick Kroll
Comedian Nick Kroll probably got a lot of his inspiration for "Big Mouth" from his real high school experience. He looks exactly like the kind of guy your parents don't want going to prom with, but he's since cleaned up his act.
Debby Ryan
The former Disney star looks like she had a relatively normal high school experience. She starred in shows like The Suite Life on Deck and Jessie, and now she's married to Twenty One Pilots drummer Josh Dun.
Harry Styles
You'd better believe Harry Styles went to his prom with an average high school student. This looks like it was right before the early One Direction days. That girl is probably kicking herself if they aren't still in touch.
Jaden Smith and Amandla Stenberg
Check out this dynamic duo. Jaden Smith, the prolific singer, actor, and rapper took The Hunger Games star Amandla Stenberg to his prom. The two are great friends and were likely voted best dressed at the dance!
Gigi Hadid
Whoever made this collage of Gigi Hadid's prom group was fiercely dedicated to preserving the memory. The model looks like she attended a normal high school and went to the dance with her girlfriends. Now, she's in a relationship with Zayn Malik and they share one child together.
Michelle Obama
The former First Lady was dressed to kill at her prom. Check out that matching silk jacket she's got on over her dress. That would certainly still be in style today.