John and Lorena Bobbitt
The ill-fated couple became tabloid fodder after Lorena attacked her husband and severed his penis in 1993. Was she convicted? After divorcing in 1995, the couple reunited for a 2009 interview. They have since gone their separate ways.
George W. Bush
The president had a busy two terms, which included the September 11 attacks, two wars and the global financial crisis. Since leaving the Oval Office, he moved back to Texas (where?) and has kept a low profile (although you might spot him here), but he reportedly has picked up a new hobby.
Kirk Cameron
The actor became a teen idol (see photos) thanks to his role on a 1980s sitcom and a 1987 big-screen body-switching comedy and went on to marry his onscreen girlfriend. He has continued to act, although fans probably won't spot him in any mainstream films anytime soon.
Jeff Cohen
His character Chunk entertained viewers with his "Truffle Shuffle" (watch the video) and his love of ice cream (watch it) in a beloved 1985 movie. No longer acting (what was his last film?), he has completely shed (literally and figuratively) any resemblance to his chubby alter ego.
Heather Donahue
Her infamous lost-in-the-woods scene in "The Blair Witch Project" (watch it) has been spoofed by everyone from Cheri Oteri (watch it) to Miss Piggy (watch it) since the horror sensation hit movie theaters in 1999. Recently, she's known for communing with nature in a much different way.
Shannon Elizabeth
The actress gained notice as topless foreign-exchange student Nadia in a 1999 comedy and went on to portray Kelso's baby mama on "That ‘70s Show." She still acts occasionally (even reprising her Nadia role), but reportedly makes a good living in a non-Hollywood career.
Elian Gonzalez
The 6-year-old boy (see photos) arrived in Florida after being rescued by fisherman in 1999 (what happened to his mother?) and became embroiled in a custody battle between his Cuban father and American relatives. He was returned to Cuba after a controversial raid (see the infamous photo) by the federal government. Since then, Gonzalez, now 18, has led a relatively quiet life.
Raushan Hammond
Movie fans know him as the human bowling ball, or Thud Butt, (watch him in action) in the 1991 "sequel" to the Peter Pan story. After a few guest spots on TV shows in the 1990s, the actor found a different – although still entertaining – calling.
Dolores Hart
She made her big-screen acting debut opposite Elvis Presley in 1957 (watch the trailer) and made several more films before ditching Hollywood for a more chaste life.
Charles Korsmo
As a kid (see photos), he co-starred with some of the biggest names in show biz with roles in "Hook," "Dick Tracy" and "What About Bob?," but he's keeping even more prestigious company today.
Mary Kay Letourneau
The schoolteacher-turned-convicted sex offender (how much time did she serve?) made headlines when her husband turned her in for having sex with her then 12-year-old student. She seems to be living a (surprisingly?) normal life since being released in 2004.
Monica Lewinsky
She was a 22-year-old White House intern (see photos) in 1998 when she was caught up (how?) in one of the biggest presidential scandals in history. After capitalizing on her fame (remember this?), she moved out of the country (why?). She's rumored to be back with some big news.
Emmanuel Lewis
The diminutive actor (what caused his short stature?) gained fame in the title role of a 1980s sitcom and later participated in the first season of a wacky reality series and was last seen on the big screen in 2007. Lately, he's been spending time in an unlikely place for a good cause.
Jonathan Lipnicki
He rattled off random facts (watch the video) in 1996 as the precocious little boy in "Jerry Maguire," but as a 22-year-old man, his interests have become a bit less cerebral.
Danny Lloyd
He debuted in 1980 as the little boy in "The Shining" (watch the trailer), made one more movie (which one?), and then left Hollywood for good. These days, you're more likely to find him in a classroom than on the red carpet.
Erin Moran
She played wholesome little sister Joanie (see photos) on the 1970s sitcom "Happy Days" (and its short-lived spin-off), but has fallen on hard times despite receiving $65,000 from a recent settlement.
Eric Nies
The original "Real World" star made a name for himself showing off his ripped abs (see photos) and even released workout videos based on the MTV dance show he later hosted. He's walking a less-flashy path these days.
Peter Ostrum
He played out every kid's fantasy in his one and only acting role in 1971 as the lead character in "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (watch videos). In real life, he chose a profession that many children dream of pursuing.
Michael Schoeffling
He set teen girls' hearts aflutter as Jake Ryan in the 1984 flick "Sixteen Candles" (watch a clip), but left acting altogether after his last starring role in a 1991 film. He's remained out of the spotlight, reportedly preferring to work with his hands.
Cindy Sheehan
The mother of a soldier killed in Iraq (what happened?), Sheehan became famous when she set up camp outside a presidential vacation spot in 2005. She's still politically active today, but in a somewhat surprising role.
Vanilla Ice
The rapper (what is his real name?) sold millions of copies (how many?) of his 1990 debut album, thanks to his still-played hit. Now he's back, with a brand-new invention of himself, including co-starring with Adam Sandler and working in a completely non-music-related field.
Vanity 6
Denise Matthews was a model in 1982 when she met this music legend, who made her the front woman of his lingerie-wearing girl group. She moved on to an acting career (remember this cult hit?), but after struggling with drug addiction, she cleaned up and took her life in a new direction.
Mike Vitar
He was a hero to baseball-loving kids as Benny "The Jet" Rodriguez in the 1993 movie "The Sandlot" (watch video), but his last acting gig was in a 1997 episode of this medical drama. Today, he's a real-life hero for the people of Los Angeles.
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