The announcement of Disney Channel going off the air made us melancholic remembering its best moments and shows. More than 37 years have passed since its first transmission which set a before and after in television. There are many actors who have been part of its productions, but there is a group that left an indelible mark. Here we take you on a nostalgic walk with this list. Find out what Disney’s biggest stars look like now.
BEFORE | Britney Spears
Britney Spears was the golden child on the Disney show, The Mickey Mouse Club. Her starring role on this major children’s show was the beginning of her career in the entertainment industry.
After her participation in this program was over, she went on to sing and stole all the cameras proclaiming herself as the Princess of Pop. She had multiple gold records and gathered masses of fans around the world, her success was unstoppable.
NOW | Britney Spears
Britney’s fame did not diminish over the years, but her career was seriously affected by problems in her personal life. Although she continued to produce music for some time, she currently has more than five years without releasing any single or album.
This pause in her career looks like it will extend for much longer, as Spears is in a legal battle with her father to remove the conservatorship she has been under for 13 years. Her fans are supporting her with a campaign they dubbed #FreeBritney.
BEFORE | Justin Timberlake
Another up-and-comer on the show The Mickey Mouse Club, was little Justin Timberlake. Along with his co-star Britney, who would later become his girlfriend, he animated this important children’s show which would be decisive in his life as an artist.
Timberlake also achieved great fame and was part of one of the most important musical groups of the show called NSYNC. After their separation, he was the member with the most successful solo career and even began to have an important presence in the world of cinema.
NOW | Justin Timberlake
With multiple awards and gold records for the reach of his music, Justin Timberlake finds himself producing and working behind the scenes. The last release he had of music was a single in 2020, while his last album was in 2018.
The singer and actor has been surrounded by controversy for alleged infidelities with his wife Jessica Biel. After publicly apologizing, he assured that he remains focused on his family and that’s why he has been away from the cameras.