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Child stars: Celebrities who were traumatized by early fame

As social media brings the public closer to celebrities, many celebrities are choosing to keep their children out of the spotlight. Given what we're learning about the effects of growing up in the public eye, this certainly seems like the...

Child stars: Celebrities who were traumatized by early fame
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Many of the stars and child stars who emerged through Disney Channel and 'The Mickey Mouse Club' are now adults who are examining their past experiences and sharing the dark truths about exploitation and abuse. Child labor is banned around the world for good reasons, but the entertainment industry has always been a controversial exception.

  • Click through this gallery to read about what it's really like to be a child star.
  • Celebrities who rebelled on the red carpet Did you notice the stars wearing red broaches at the Oscars?

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As social media brings the public closer to celebrities, many celebrities are choosing to keep their children out of the spotlight. Given what we're learning about the effects of growing up in the public eye, this certainly seems like the safest choice. Many of the stars and child stars who emerged through Disney Channel and 'The Mickey Mouse Club' are now adults who are examining their past experiences and sharing the dark truths about exploitation and abuse.

Child labor is banned around the world for good reasons, but the entertainment industry has always been a controversial exception. Click through this gallery to read about what it's really like to be a child star.

Celebrities who rebelled on the red carpet

Did you notice the stars wearing red broaches at the Oscars? From wearing tailored suits to going barefoot, check out which celebrities dared to challenge the status quo and why. Click next to the gallery.