The surprising real ages of actors when they were cast in famous teenage roles

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Do you know how old Gabrielle Union was in "Bring it On?"


Age is but a number, and you don't have to be a teenager to play one on TV or film.

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While some actors are closer in age to their character counterparts, others can be two or even 15 years older than the characters they portray.

Here are 12 celebrities who are well-known for their teen roles, even though they weren't teens at the time.