Where are they now?, Ever wonder where sitcom star Kirk Cameron disappeared to? Or how Jason Mesnick and his wife are doing? Keep reading to see what Dennis Rodman, Bindi Irwin and other famous people from the past are up to these days.
Casey Anthony
The murder trial of the Florida mother accused of killing her toddler daughter, Caylee , kept America riveted. After Anthony's 2011 acquittal , she went into hiding. She recently resurfaced, only to return to court to explain her mounting debt.
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.
Elizabeth Berkley
She played straight-A bookworm Jesse Spano in this early '90s sitcom about a bunch of high school students, but Berkley may have tried to shed her goody two-shoes image when she played a stripper in this terrible 1995 movie. She's still dancing, just not on a pole.
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 and has kept a low profile , but he reportedly has picked up a new hobby.
Kirk Cameron
The actor became a teen idol 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.
Erik Chopin
The Season 3 champion of "The Biggest Loser" took home the prize for shedding 214 pounds . But within two years, he regained much of it . Now, he’s back on track with the right tools and mindset.
Heather Donahue
Her infamous lost-in-the-woods scene in "The Blair Witch Project" has been spoofed by everyone from Cheri Oteri to the Muppets since the horror sensation hit movie theaters in 1999. Recently, she's been 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 , but reportedly makes a good living in a non-Hollywood career.
Ahmad 'Real' Givens
The entertainer shot to fame one of the contestants vying for Tiffany Pollard’s heart on this VH-1 dating show and later co-starred in the 2008 spin-off, "Real Chance of Love" , with his brother. These days, instead of fighting off potential love interests, he’s in the battle of his life.
Elian Gonzalez
The 6-year-old boy arrived in Florida after being rescued by fisherman in 1999 and became embroiled in a custody battle between his Cuban father and American relatives. He was returned to Cuba after a controversial raid by the federal government. Since then, Gonzalez, now 18, has led a relatively quiet life.
Jon Gosselin
The father of eight shot to fame alongside his former wife in the wildly popular "Jon and Kate Plus Eight." When Kate filed for divorce, Jon was seen at nightclubs and out with another woman . However, living the bachelor high life didn't last long for him .
Jamie Lynne Grumet
The Los Angeles mom and blogger caused a stir last year with a provocative magazine cover showing her breastfeeding her nearly 4-year-old son. She defended her parenting style on "Today" and continues the debate in the media.
Bindi Irwin
Since "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin died in 2006 , his daughter has continued his wildlife preservation legacy through TV shows and essays . Now, the Aussie teen wants to stretch her acting wings.
Jesse James
The twice-divorced ex-host of "Monster Garage" married actress Sandra Bullock in 2005, but a cheating scandal with a tattoo model cost him his third marriage. After a trip to rehab and another broken romance , he seems to be settling down.
Shawn Kemp
Criminal allegations thwarted his college career, but the hoopster was a first-round pick in 1989 The six-time All-Star played for 14 years in the NBA and later here. Since retiring, he's had arrests, a rehab stint and paternity drama. His recent venture is more low-key.
Karen Klein
The school bus monitor made news after a video of four middle school boys bullying her went viral. Soon, people worldwide were donating money on her behalf . The students were punished, and the grandmother is putting the experience to positive use.
Charles Korsmo
As a kid , 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 doing something a bit different these days.
Monica Lewinsky
She was a 22-year-old White House intern in 1998 when she was caught up in a presidential scandal. She capitalized on her fame, moved out of the country and was rumored to be telling it all. For now, she's having fun.
Jonathan Lipnicki
He rattled off random facts in 1996 as the precocious little boy in "Jerry Maguire," but as a 23-year-old man, his interests have become a bit less cerebral.
Danny Lloyd
He debuted in 1980 as the little boy in "The Shining" , made one more movie, and then left Hollywood for good. These days, you're more likely to find him in a classroom than on the red carpet.
Jessica Lynch
The former private was captured in Iraq after her Army unit was attacked in 2003; nine days later, she and the surviving soldiers were rescued . Though nightmares and war injuries still affect her, a daughter and new aspirations keep the vet moving forward.
Holly Madison
The former girlfriend of this Playboy founder and the star of the reality hit "The Girls Next Door," called off her relationship with the media mogul and left the Playboy business in 2008. She starred in her own reality show and dated this famous magician.
Jason and Molly Mesnick
The single dad found love in 2009 on “The Bachelor” but dumped his fiancĂ©e on national TV. Cupid’s arrow struck again with runner-up Molly Malaney, and the couple got hitched in 2010. Now, something new has captured their hearts.
Erin Moran
She played wholesome little sister Joanie on the 1970s sitcom "Happy Days" , but she has fallen on hard times despite receiving $65,000 from a recent settlement.
Charla Nash
The Connecticut woman was left blind and severely injured after her friend's pet chimp mauled her in 2009. She recounted her ordeal on national TV and later received a face transplant, but her physical and financial challenges persist.
Dennis Rodman
The ex-NBA star has racked up championships, rebounds , hair colors and romantic antics. His mercurial nature has helped him and hurt him . But, with his recent travels to a certain country he continues to amaze.
Michael Schoeffling
He set teen girls' hearts aflutter as Jake Ryan in the 1984 flick "Sixteen Candles" , but he 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.
Elizabeth Smart
Smart made headlines as the 14-year-old victim of a bizarre kidnapping in 2002, and had been missing for almost a year when she was spotted with her kidnappers in March 2003. Now grown up, Smart has used the horrifying experience in her current career.
Jurnee Smollett-Bell
The former child star, who starred in this mid-'90s sitcom, was the friend of Michelle Tanner in this sitcom and also appeared in this Francis Ford Coppola film. She's turned her childhood fame into a steady acting career, landing parts on popular TV shows and in film .
Sweet Brown'
The Oklahoma resident became an Internet hit when she said this catchphrase during an interview about an apartment fire. Her fame reportedly caught the eye of a filmmaker and has inspired memes and a song based on her health condition.
Jonathan Taylor Thomas
The former child actor became a household name on Tim Allen's sitcom "Home Improvement" and saw the number of film offers grow. In 1998, the teen idol left the limelight but is back in show biz to experience it from a different angle.
Vanilla Ice
The rapper sold millions of copies 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 nonmusic-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 , 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" , 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.
Ricky Williams
The former Heisman trophy winner and running back for this NFL team retired from the NFL in his prime and devoted his life to spiritualism and smoking copious amounts of this drug. He's since turned his life around and sought professional counseling .
Casey Anthony
John and Lorena Bobbitt
Elizabeth Berkley
George W. Bush
Kirk Cameron
Erik Chopin
Heather Donahue
Shannon Elizabeth
Ahmad 'Real' Givens
Elian Gonzalez
Jon Gosselin
Jamie Lynne Grumet
Bindi Irwin
Jesse James
Shawn Kemp
Karen Klein
Charles Korsmo
Monica Lewinsky
Jonathan Lipnicki
Danny Lloyd
Jessica Lynch
Holly Madison
Jason and Molly Mesnick
Erin Moran
Charla Nash
Dennis Rodman
Michael Schoeffling
Elizabeth Smart
Jurnee Smollett-Bell
Sweet Brown'
Jonathan Taylor Thomas
Vanilla Ice
Vanity 6
Mike Vitar
Ricky Williams
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