Celebrities | Pop Culture | 90s

Does Seeing What Your '90s Crush Looks Like Now Make You Question Your Teenage Self's Taste In Men?

There was no better decades for heartthrobs then the '90s. From the odd fashion to tribal tattoos and some hair styles that make us question our sanity now, it was a magical time for teen boys.

Who was on your crush list in the '90s? From movie stars, to boy band members and TV series regulars, we had our pick of the litter for who to pin up in our locker.

Have you wondered what these boys looks like now? While they may no longer fit on the cover of Tiger Beat some of these celebrity crushes may surprise you.

Justin Timberlake

Then: Back in the '90s we all remember J.T.'s  ramen noodle hair, but that didn't seem us from stopping to crush on this *NSync front-man. With a smile that could make you swoon, and more bleach in his hair than anyone should deem healthy, he was clearly one of the biggest boy crushes of our teenage years.

Age: 36

Now: Almost two decades later, Timberlake said goodbye to the bleach blonde and finally learned how to do his hair. He still looks good, and has continued to be insanely successful in music and movies, and is married to the lovely Jessica Biel.

Leonardo DiCaprio

Then: Which Leo did you love more in the '90s: Romeo, Jack or Arnie? It's hard to choose just one swoon-worthy Leo moment. So for the sake of argument, we all know why he is on this list. But what about now? Do we regret our choices?

Age: 43

Now: Leo can definitely still be hot when he wants to be, but there have definitely been some moments where we can question his crush-worthiness.

David Boreanaz

Then: Well you may have had the pin-up of everyone's favorite "angel" in your locker and on your bedroom wall, was it the right choice? David Boreanaz was definitely one of the most crush-worthy boyfriends of Buffy The Vampire Slayer, followed closely behind "Spike", James Marsters and "Riley", Marc Blucas.

Age: 48

Now: So what about now? From Buffy The Vampire Slayer to Angel, David has had a successful acting careers with a decade-long run on Bones and now SEAL Team. Maybe he really is a vampire, because two decades later, he still looks great!

James Van Der Beek

Then: Did you dream about meeting a sensitive boy like Dawson Leery? If so, James Van Der Beek was problem glued to the inside of your notebook in more than one place. Whether you were an aspiring film writer or you just wanted to meet this man of your dreams, we can understand this crush, to some degree.

Age: 40

Now: He became an internet meme sensation in recent years because of his famous crying scene in Dawson's Creek.

If that doesn't make you question this crush, then maybe this mustache will.

Devon Sawa

Then: Whether it was his ocean wave hair, or his soft-spoken ghostly ways, Devon Sawa was definitely a '90s boy crush most girls remember. From Casper to Now and Then, he was definitely crush-worthy on the big screen.

Age: 39

Now: Trying to escape his childhood fame and be taken seriously as an actor was a bit of a challenge for our '90s crush. Instead of giving sweet smiles, he is mostly playing detectives and guys that scowl.

Rider Strong

Then: You remember hurrying home from school to watch Boy Meets World and of course to see Rider Strong play Shawn Hunter on the show. Not only was Rider good-looking, but his floppy-hair was everything our '90s bad boy dreams were made of.

Age: 38

Now:

Some times the actor doesn't fall far from the tree. When Girl Meets World started airing in 2014 Rider walked the family path with his role of Shawn Hunter. It may be decades later, but he has aged well!

Freddie Prize, Jr.

Then: As a jock with a heart of gold, we all hoped that we could meet this sweet prince in real life. From She's All That to I Know What You Did Last Summer Freddie definitely earned his place on our wall in the '90s.

Age: 41

Now: After the '90s, Prinze more or less disappeared from being in front of the camera, and transition to doing voice-over work and raising a family with Sarah Michelle Gellar. How perfect is that?!

Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Then: In the '90s Joseph Gordon-Levitt was absolutely perfect with his floppy hair and super adorable grin. The fact that he also spent most of 10 Things I Hate About You pining for Alex Mack, just made him even better.

Age: 36

Now: Decades later JGL still maintains his spot on the crush-worthy list. From Inception, to Looper he has had some great roles to his name and lots of work to speak of. This boy crush definitely turned out alright!

Nick Lachey

Then: For everyone that loved 98 Degrees in the '90s, you know you had this guy pinned up in your locker. He had a body that made him look like a statue and his love ballad made you think he was the romantic man of all time. With tribal tattoos and sporting fashion of the '90s, you couldn't get much more heartthrob than his guy.

Age: 44

Now: Well decades later it appears his body remains unscathed by time, but it seems like he is keeping his shirt on more, these days. Since divorcing Jessica Simpson, he married Vanessa Minnillo and has settled down with a family. Now he fits the role of mom-crush for all of us.

Jonathan Taylor Thomas

Then: As probably one of the most pinned-up '90s crushes, J.T.T. made the cover of all our favorite magazines month after, month, which meant new pictures to collage and hang! While Home Improvement wasn't on everyone's favorite list, there isn't a pre-teen girl who didn't put up with Tim Allen for the love of Jonathan Taylor Thomas.

Age: 36

Now: While he may not be acting anymore, he still looks great! He went to Harvard and he still has amazing hair. Need we say more?

Which '90s crush do you regret having? Share your secrets with us!

Source: Ranker

More Throwbacks

Celebrities

'Mighty Ducks' Star Shaun Weiss Arrested Again Only Months After Leaving Rehab

After Shaun Weiss' arrest in August left everyone worried about the former child star, the actor was forced to re-evaluate his choices. His mugshot showed a gaunt, sickly, and unrecognizable man, but Weiss believed this was his "rock bottom" and hoped to come back from it stronger than ever. In a statement released to his Facebook page after the arrest, Weiss revealed that he realized he was in "danger." Oroville Police Department"At this time, in an effort to break free from the self destructive patterns of behavior and drug abuse that have landed me at rock bottom, (to be

Celebrities

91-Year-Old 'Boy Meets World' Star Scared Off Burglars After They "Kicked In" His Door

Mr. Feeny will forever be a character that every 90s kid cherishes. He was the teacher. The one teacher we all wished we could have in real life, the one teacher who could have given us helpful advice, and above all else, he was the one teacher who would have been the best neighbor ever.William Daniels was a legend and an icon long before Boy Meets World, because he was the voice of KITT in Knight Rider. Not only that, but he won two Emmy awards for his role on St. Elsewhere. Daniels is a talented man, and his

70s

James Karen, Legendary Actor Known For 'Poltergeist' And So Much More, Dead At 94

You probably don't know his name, but you definitely know James Karen's face. The prolific character actor, best known for his role as the unscrupulous developer Mr. Teague in 1982's Poltergeist, passed away in his Los Angeles home on Tuesday at the age of 94.MGM/UA Entertainment Co.Over the course of his seven-decade career, Karen racked up over 200 acting credits across movies, television, and even video games. If you watch just about any of the most popular television shows from the 1970s, 80s, or 90s, you're guaranteed to see him pop up sooner or later. Born Jacob

80s

His Small Part In 'Ferris Bueller' Became Iconic, But Where Is Ben Stein Now?

The words "Bueller...Bueller...Bueller?" can only be read in one way, and with that simple, monotone delivery, a star was born. Ben Stein played the economics professor in the iconic John Hughes classic Ferris Bueller's Day Off, and that role managed to launch his career in a way that you may not expect for someone with such a small part. Sure, he's on screen for less than five minutes, but it's the delivery you remember. Yes, obviously the other characters are more present, and you can remember some of the more iconic moments as well, but it's Stein's line

Celebrities

'Free Willy' Star Jason James Ritcher Arrested For Domestic Violence

Former child actor Jason James Richter, star of the iconic movie Free Willy, has recently gotten himself arrested. Many of us have forgotten about Richter, especially because he had stepped out of the spotlight for several years. He only started acting again in guest spots on shows like Bones and Criminal Minds in 2009, but nothing seemed to relaunch his career. Warner Bros. He continued working though, taking small parts in a variety of projects, with several movies set to be released this year, but apparently there's been a lot going on behind the scenes. The actor-turned-musician was arrested on

Pop Culture

Busy Philipps Says James Franco Assaulted Her On The Set Of 'Freaks And Geeks'

The show Freaks and Geeks was the launching point for a lot of Hollywood's biggest stars. That's where we were first introduced to people like Seth Rogen, Jason Segal, and Linda Cardellini. While the series only lasted one season, it managed to be the stepping stone a lot of successful actors needed to get noticed. One of the stars of that show has gone on to have remarkably successful career, but apparently her time on set wasn't as magical as it may have seemed.Busy Philipps played the rebellious and often misunderstood Kim Kelly. She was a new friend of