12 Childhood Icons Who’ve Had a Rough Time Since We Last Checked In

Ah, the joys of childhood. We all have fond memories of the stars of our favorite childhood shows, cartoons, and movies. We grew up watching them, idolizing them, and wishing to be just like them. But as we get older, we often forget about the stars of our childhood... and, unfortunately, these stars of our childhood have not always had the best of luck. Many have gone down paths of trouble and tragedy, and some have even been caught in criminal activity. This list is a reminder of the stars of our childhood and how they have fared in life, from Drake Bell’s child endangerment to Dustin Diamond’s porn career. 

So, let us take a look at the stars of our childhood and see how they have fared in life. From the failures to the... uh... worse failures, let us remember the stars of our childhood and the lessons they have taught us.