celebrity kids

Before this telephone tot was a leading lady in numerous film and television shows, she was just another cute kid making calls in Los Angeles, California.

This smiling sweetheart may have gotten her start on a sweet Disney series, but now she is winning awards for her indie roles at multiple festivals -- such as the Dallas International Film Festival. She has starred in comedies alongside Bryan Cranston and Woody Harrelson, but has also shown off her talents in dramas as well.

Recently, she was featured as the love interest Justin Bieber's new music video.

Zaila Avant-garde's on the roller coaster of a lifetime after winning the National Spelling Bee, and her next stop just might be 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. -- we just hope it goes smoother than her NYC visit.

We got the newly-crowned champ and her mother, Alma Heard, Wednesday after landing at LAX, and -- like most of us -- our photog was duly impressed by the 14-year-old wonderkid who just became the first Black American teen to win the event.

We had to ask if she was getting the same perks as most sports champions ... namely, an invitation to the White House. You gotta see her response ... Zaila's first thought was to be super-considerate of President Biden's time, but then mom revealed something might already be in the works. #Fingerscrossed.

Hey, she's already getting invited all over the place -- it's Hollywood this week, but last week she was at the ESPYs in NYC, and Zaila told how things went a little haywire there.

Before this tuxedo tot was cracking jokes for his comedy specials and a well-known writer for television, he was just another smiling sweetheart growing up in Chicago, Illinois.

This dressed-up darling has wowed audiences across the country with his hilarious stand-up ... all while repping his formal attire just like he was as a cute kid. Not only is this famous face a performer on stage, he has also created a cartoon television series for Netflix with his comedy partner, Nick Kroll. Both of the funny fellas voice the characters on the show as well.

That Girl Lay Lay -- a 14-year-old rapper who just landed her own Nickelodeon series -- is calling out Kim Kardashian for allegedly demanding she take down a music video ... but sources close to Kim and Kanye are questioning the motives behind the project from the beginning.

Here's the backstory ... TGLL shared a music vid that shows Kim's then 6-year-old daughter, North West, hanging out inside Kim and Kanye's home during a playdate while the young rapper lays down one of her tracks.

Shortly afterward, Lay Lay claimed Kim texted her demanding she take down the vid, and she had no idea why. However, it was Tracy Romulus, Kim's friend and the CMO of KKW Brands who was the one who actually sent the text ... and it wasn't to Lay Lay, it was sent to her dad.

A rep for the rapper tells TMZ ... Lay Lay feels hurt, and wants Kim to let her repost the vid because she doesn't think there's any good reason to take it down.

However, a source close to Kim and Kanye say they never gave permission for their 6-year-old to be featured in the music video, and believe Lay Lay's team used the old footage of North for publicity.

The source continues, "Lay Lay’s dad refuses to release the music video without footage of North because he is clearly trying to use her image as a source of publicity which is why North’s parents have an issue to begin with. It’s a matter of principle at this point and the answer is still no. He cannot use footage that was filmed of North taken inside her home during what should have been an innocent child’s play date for commercial purposes.”

We're told Lay Lay's father asked Kim and Kanye months ago for permission to use the footage of North, but hadn't heard back by July ... so he decided to post it, thinking it would be no biggie because they had approved another video in the past. Our Kim and Kanye source claims they never received any sort of communication asking for permission.

For context, the video was shot in March 2020 ... when Kim was taking some heat for not crediting another young artist, ZaZa, when North performed one of her songs at Paris Fashion Week. We're told Lay Lay now believes Kim only set up that first meeting, and subsequent TikTok as damage control for what happened with ZaZa.

Our Kim and Kanye source says that couldn't be further from the truth, and say they set up a playdate with Lay Lay after her dad reached out because North was a fan.

Before this cool kid was one of the most successful artists of all time, he was just another smirking sweetie dreaming of becoming a billionaire in Honolulu, Hawaii.

This little lad's hard work and talent have earned him some of the most prestigious awards in entertainment history ... he's topped the musical charts, won Grammy Awards, and even headlined a Super Bowl Halftime Show.

This amazing artist -- who is better known to his family and friends as Peter Gene Hernandez -- can sing, dance, produce and more, so audiences love him just the way he is.

Before this handsome little man in glasses was making audiences laugh with his crazy pranks and antics, he was just another cute kid posing for his school pictures in Boca Raton, Florida.

This smiling sweetheart has paved his way into film and television by being the creator, writer and star of his own content. He has recently taken his talents to the big screen, voicing a cackling character for the live-action 'Lion King' movie.

If you're feeling overheated this summer season, take a dip with this comedian's hilarious talk show on Adult Swim. It won't be a bad trip!

California actor Khamani Griffin was only 5 years old when he got his first taste of fame after he was cast as the adorable Robert "Bobby" James Jr. -- who goes back and forth between his divorced parents -- in the 2003 family sitcom "All of Us."

Griffin was cast alongside Duane Martin as the hard-working father, Robert James Sr., Elise Neal as the fiancee, Tia Jewel and LisaRaye McCoy as the loving mom, Neesee James.

The same year that Khamani starred in The CW television show he also made his big-screen debut as Ben in "Daddy Day Care" opposite Eddie Murphy.

Before this adorable tot went on to be a seven-time Grammy Award winner, she was just another kid growing up in Ottawa, Canada.

This talented star released their first album in 1991 and later ended up on tour, opening for Vanilla Ice. She has since released a total of nine studio albums and has now headlined a number of tours.

Aside from work within the music industry this famous face has made guest appearances on several television shows, "Sex and the City," "Curb Your Enthusiasm," "Mad TV," and "The Voice," are just a few of the shows to name.

Before this posing princess was one of the highest-paid child stars of her day, she was just another mini model working it for the camera in Los Angeles, California.

This little lady rose to fame with a breakout role starring alongside an ensemble of musically talented students ... led by a very tenacious teacher. Soon after, she scored a spot as a nosy little sister on a Nickelodeon television show. It was such a hit that when it ended, she became the lead of her very own show -- which was just rebooted last month.

Michael Irvin says someone stole one of his favorite pieces of jewelry -- a diamond necklace with TONS of sentimental value -- and he's mortified that it's now gone.

The Dallas Cowboys legend lamented losing the piece to his social media followers on Wednesday ... saying the ice was jacked by a thief in Miami last weekend.

Irvin says when he was returning to his hotel from a Univ. of Miami football event ... he set his black Louie Vuitton bag down -- which had his necklace in it -- to interact with some fans.

Irvin claims while he was sidetracked ... a man grabbed the bag and bolted.

Michael pleaded with his followers to help find the scumbag and return his stuff, but the former NFL superstar seemed to believe Wednesday there was no hope of getting it back.

And, Irvin said he was straight-up depressed over it, because his chain was PRICELESS to him.

"I have to come out of this depression. So I am sharing with ALL," Irvin said. "This is my necklace that was in my bag. I designed it as a first down chain, holding an all diamond football, which is holding an all diamond cross."

"On each end of the cross are diamonds I acquired at the birth of my children Myesha, Chelsea, Michael and Elijah. It was a piece I built over my life that represents. Faith, Family and Football and my own sentimental way of praying to GOD please always protect my babies."

Irvin added, "I am so hurt its gone."

Chad Pennington's star quarterback son is following in his footsteps ... announcing that he's committed to Marshall University --- his father's alma mater!!!

Cole Pennington -- a 3-star junior QB at Sayre H.S. in Lexington, KY -- made the announcement Wednesday via Twitter ... saying he's stoked to join the Herd.

"To be a college student-athlete has always been a dream of mine," Cole says.

"Thank you, Coach Huff, Coach Cramsey, and the rest of the Marshall Football Staff for giving me this opportunity to say I'm 100% committed to Marshall University!!!! Go Herd!!!"

CP got interest from other schools like Akron, Ball State and Eastern Kentucky ... but come on, the dude is destined to take his talents to Huntington!!!

After all, Chad was a legend at MU -- he played QB from 1995 to 1999 and holds the Herds record for most passing yards (14,098) and is second all-time in passing TDs (123).

In fact, he was a finalist for the Heisman in '99.

Chad was selected 18th overall to the NY Jets in 2000 ... making 3 playoff appearances for the Green and White. He also had a short stint with the Miami Dolphins before retiring in 2011.

And, get this -- Chad got a new gig in retirement ... he's Cole's football coach at Sayre!!!

"To my parents and brothers, thank you for your unconditional love and being my greatest support," Cole added.

Before this smirking sweetheart was bringing the heat on the NBA court, he was just another cute kid flashing his pearly whites for the camera in Chicago, Illinois.

This mini man has had a long and successful career in professional basketball ... winning 3 NBA championships over the course of 15 years -- including earning the prestigious title of 'Most Valuable Player' in 2006.

Now, this talented athlete is retired, but has scored a slam dunk at home. He is currently married to an on-screen cheerleader and is a proud father of 4 children.

Dionne Warwick's smooth sound has made her a music icon, and it's also why she's perfectly suited for her new biz venture ... which is all about bathing in sound. Seriously.

We're told Dionne will soon open a sound bath center dubbed The Ohm Zone in partnership with her son Damon, and "Sweet Tooth" star Dania Ramirez ... who's also known for her role as the Avion girl and Turtle's GF on "Entourage."

For the uninitiated ... a sound bath is a type of meditation exercise complemented by musical techniques to form soothing, overlapping vibrations.

It's also known as sound healing, which helps release stress, anxiety, depression ... ailments that could trigger more serious conditions like heart disease and diabetes.

The triple Ds -- Dionne, Damon and Dania -- are setting up shop in Venice, CA, and we're told the building is set up like a private spa and healing temple. The experience will be soothing, and include a customized frequency for you to listen to while relaxing in a bath.

The whole experience lasts about 90 minutes.

We're told Dionne got into this shortly after her son's widow-maker heart attack in 2016 -- both of them started learning about and applying the holistic treatment.

And, given Dionne's decorated career in music, it made perfect sense for her to jump on this opportunity.

Cardi B and Offset are looking pretty damn excited, and maybe a little overwhelmed, after letting the world know baby No. 2's on the way, but someone else is even more excited by the news.

We got Cardi and Offset leaving BOA Steakhouse in WeHo where they hit up a BET Awards after-party. Quavo and Taraji P. Henson were some of the other attendees, but fans and photogs, went wild when Cardi stepped out of her ride showing off her baby bump.

The couple got peppered with dozens of baby-related questions -- really, you'd think they were walking into a family reunion. One question our guy asked was about Kulture's reaction to the news she's gonna be a big sis.

We also asked Offset if he'll be in a giving mood when the baby arrives -- and the answer's yes! He's got a Cuban celebration in mind.

We tried to get some other deets about Cardi's pregnancy ... like how far along she is, cravings, baby names??? They're not ready to spill all that just yet, but they couldn't look happier that their family's expanding.

As we reported, Cardi revealed the huge surprise Sunday night during the BET Awards. She didn't have to say a word ... her baby bump was on display and it did all the talking.

Before this brunette baby was an all-star actress in numerous impactful roles, she was just another cute kid taking a ride on a swing set in Lincoln, Nebraska.

This little lady got her start on the big screen in the original version of "Buffy The Vampire Slayer" ... before the hit television show starring Sarah Michelle Gellar aired 5 years later. It wasn't until later in her career when she gained critical acclaim for her inspiring portrayal of a boxer -- which secured her the winning title of Best Actress at the Academy Awards that year.

Jodie Sweetin's still making plenty of money to support her kid with her ex-husband, or at the very least -- she has much fuller pockets than him ... so he claims in new legal docs.

The "Fuller House" star's ex, Morty Coyle, is firing back at her request to reduce child support payments to him because she claims her income dropped due to the pandemic and her show getting canceled. The ex-couple shares custody of their 10-year-old daughter, Beatrix.

According to the docs ... Morty claims Jodie's request should be denied because she's continued to work as an actress and made at least $200k last year.

He's also accusing her of not disclosing her financial situation accurately, and calls BS on her claim to have no "foreseeable work" in the future -- even noting she makes additional money from sending messages to fans on Cameo.

Morty claims Jodie is currently working on a TV show in New York ... while he's been taking care of their daughter.

He also says he's been impacted by the COVID pandemic because he works as a DJ ... which led to him relying on unemployment checks. Morty says any reduction of child support would have a negative impact on their child, so he's asking the judge to deny her attempt to lower payments.