We know you’ve seen lots of those “YOU’LL NEVER BELIEVE WHAT [CELEBRITY X] LOOKS LIKE TODAY!” posts. We promise this isn’t one of those. It’s actually a lot more interesting than that! Dutch artist Ard Gelinck runs an Instagram page (@ardgelinck) with a very particular specialty: photoshopping celebrities into pictures with themselves. Specifically, their current (or most current in the case of those who have passed) selves with their younger selves. Ard points out on his page that these works are not for sale or profit; they’re just an interesting experiment to reflect on identity, and the passage of time.
Enjoy these 12 stellar examples of Ard’s work and the celebrities he celebrates. (Any ages listed are as of the time of writing, mid 2020)
12. Kanye West
The Yeezus rapper and sometimes controversial political commentator is 43 years old.
11. Prince (The Artist Formerly Known As)
Prince would have been 63 today.
10. Tom Jones
This crooner is still touring at age 80.
9. Selena Gomez
Teen sensation Selena Gomez is adulting it up at 27 now.
8. Björn Borg
Not as familiar to an American crowd, but this Swedish tennis legend is 64.
7. Barack Obama
The former President of the United States is 58 years old.
6. P!NK
This artist (who’s given name is Alecia Beth Moore) is still quite active in the music scene at 40.
5. Margot Robbie
This actress known for her portrayal of Harley Quinn in the DCEU is now 29.
4. Fran Drescher
This “Nanny” star is now 62.
3. Matthew Perry
This long time TV staple is celebrating his 50th birthday this year.
2. Kylie Minogue
This accomplished singer/songwriter is now 52.
1. Viola Davis
This prolific actress is now 54.
Crazy how fast time flies, isn’t it? Kind of amazing to see if laid out like that.
What celebrity would you like to see in this format?
Tell us in the comments.