How 2000s Child Stars Have Transformed Since Their Early Fame
A feature revisits child actors who became famous in the 2000s and shows how their appearances and careers have changed. It focuses partly on Daryl Sabara, the Spy Kids star whose red hair is now darker and who is married to Meghan Trainor with three children. Other names mentioned include Will Poulter and Taylor Momsen.
Daryl Sabara first gained attention at nine as Juni Cortez in 2001’s Spy Kids, playing opposite Alexa Vega. He later voiced the Hero Boy in The Polar Express and worked on animated series including Father of the Pride, Ben 10, and Generator Rex. His hair, once red, now looks darker and styled back, with facial hair.
He married singer Meghan Trainor in December 2018. They have three children, Riley, Barry, and Mikey Moon, and co-host a podcast with Ryan Trainor. Sabara has said fatherhood lets him revisit parts of childhood he missed while filming Spy Kids.
This nostalgia-driven feature could resonate with adults who grew up watching 2000s child stars, prompting reflection on aging, fame, and reinvention. It may also shape public perception of former child actors, especially Daryl Sabara, by emphasizing family life over celebrity. Fans of Meghan Trainor may encounter him through this lens. Such coverage can fuel online conversation about identity and privacy, though its direct social effect is likely modest.