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Here’s What These Disney Channel Heartthrobs Look Like Now And What They’re Up To

From adorable to hubba-hubba, here’s how your Disney crushes are doing now.

Here’s What These Disney Channel Heartthrobs Look Like Now And What They’re Up To

Disney Channel has always produced generations of young actors and actresses who go on to be recognized in mainstream media. Many people have fond memories of watching those stars whenever they relaxed and enjoyed TV in their younger years.

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There have been numerous A-list stars who started their careers in Disney movies and shows. Some of them may have had only a short stint acting in those shows, while others are branded as actual Disney royalty.

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Now, your former crushes have transformed into stunning bombshells and hunks. You can’t help but remember when they were just that kid you had a crush on when you were younger.

Some of the actors on this list have continued to be active in the limelight and possibly remained your crush from then until now. Others, however, have ventured into different roles such as directing and writing.

A few have withdrawn from the entertainment industry altogether to focus on their families and pursue their passions in other ways. Nevertheless, they still hold the title of Disney’s hunks.

In this list, we’re going through various beloved DCOM shows and films to see who these actors are and what they’ve been up to. We’re starting off with Ryan Merriman.

1. Ryan Merriman is the first on the list. Known for starring in the shows Smart House and The Luck of the Irish, Ryan’s acting career has been fruitful. This hunk has a few horror movie roles up his sleeve.

1. Ryan Merriman is the first on the list. Known for starring in the shows Smart House and The Luck of the Irish, Ryan’s acting career has been fruitful. This hunk has a few horror movie roles up his sleeve.Disney/Getty Images
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2. Who could forget Princess Mia’s high school crush? Erik von Detten not only had that special role in The Princess Diaries and Brink, but also some notable voice roles in Recess, Toy Story, and Tarzan.

2. Who could forget Princess Mia’s high school crush? Erik von Detten not only had that special role in The Princess Diaries and Brink, but also some notable voice roles in Recess, Toy Story, and Tarzan.Disney/YouTube/Getty Images
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3. Brink featured another hunk, Sam Horrigan. Sam has appeared in a lineup of impressive shows including CSI, True Blood, One Tree Hill, and Modern Family.

3. Brink featured another hunk, Sam Horrigan. Sam has appeared in a lineup of impressive shows including CSI, True Blood, One Tree Hill, and Modern Family.YouTube, Amanda Edwards/Getty Images

4. Philip Rhys, better known in the Disney world as Superstar Proto Zoa, is still as charismatic as ever. Although there haven’t been many sightings of this hunk on stage, his appearances in TV shows are enough for his talent to shine through.

4. Philip Rhys, better known in the Disney world as Superstar Proto Zoa, is still as charismatic as ever. Although there haven’t been many sightings of this hunk on stage, his appearances in TV shows are enough for his talent to shine through.Disney/Getty Images

5. Gregory Smith is not only a hunk but also a talented director. He continued his acting career post-Zenon but found his calling directing shows such as Arrow, The Flash, and Supergirl. He’s one of the guys on this list who is already married.

5. Gregory Smith is not only a hunk but also a talented director. He continued his acting career post-Zenon but found his calling directing shows such as Arrow, The Flash, and Supergirl. He’s one of the guys on this list who is already married.Dinsey, Joe Scarnici/Getty Images

6. Brandon Baker from Johnny Tsunami ultimately stepped out of the limelight after starring in The Formula. He now has a different career but will still be remembered for his great roles.

6. Brandon Baker from Johnny Tsunami ultimately stepped out of the limelight after starring in The Formula. He now has a different career but will still be remembered for his great roles.YouTube,Instagram

7. Riley Smith has also been known to steal hearts everywhere. With a steady stream of acting jobs, he has proven that he’s more than just a pretty face.

7. Riley Smith has also been known to steal hearts everywhere. With a steady stream of acting jobs, he has proven that he’s more than just a pretty face.Dinsey, Alison Buck/WireImage

8. From the Disney movie The Thirteenth Year, Chez Starbuck is next on the list. Although life in front of the limelight hasn’t been as eventful, he has worked on his craft of building custom products.

8. From the Disney movie The Thirteenth Year, Chez Starbuck is next on the list. Although life in front of the limelight hasn’t been as eventful, he has worked on his craft of building custom products.Disney/Instagram

9. Taylor Ball from Eddie’s Million-Dollar Cookoff has kept a low profile both in the industry and on social media platforms. Still, he deserves a spot on the list of Disney hunks.

9. Taylor Ball from Eddie’s Million-Dollar Cookoff has kept a low profile both in the industry and on social media platforms. Still, he deserves a spot on the list of Disney hunks.YouTube/Twitter

10. Like Taylor Ball, Chris Olivero from Double Teamed hasn’t had much on his acting plate. He did, however, play Declan on Kyle XY and participated in Now You See It.

10. Like Taylor Ball, Chris Olivero from Double Teamed hasn’t had much on his acting plate. He did, however, play Declan on Kyle XY and participated in Now You See It.YouTube/Getty Images

11. The Mickey Mouse Club had many famous alumni, including Justin Timberlake. He grew up to be a household name, whether you follow the entertainment industry closely or not. Justin is married to actress Jessica Biel, who is also a household name.

11. The Mickey Mouse Club had many famous alumni, including Justin Timberlake. He grew up to be a household name, whether you follow the entertainment industry closely or not. Justin is married to actress Jessica Biel, who is also a household name.Disney/Getty Images

12. Robert Ri’chard from Alley Cats Strike has had an active acting career. He has appeared in shows such as Empire, The Vampire Diaries, and Veronica Mars.

12. Robert Ri’chard from Alley Cats Strike has had an active acting career. He has appeared in shows such as Empire, The Vampire Diaries, and Veronica Mars.YouTube/Getty Images

13. This hunk is also a proud dog owner. Kyle Schmid from Alley Cats Strike has starred in a Netflix show as well as Lost Girl and Being Human.

13. This hunk is also a proud dog owner. Kyle Schmid from Alley Cats Strike has starred in a Netflix show as well as Lost Girl and Being Human.Dinsey, Andy Kropa/Getty Images

14. If Zenon had Superstar Protozoa, Stuck in the Suburbs had Jordan Cahill. Played by Taran Killam, the Disney hunk continued his career as an SNL cast member for quite a while.

14. If Zenon had Superstar Protozoa, Stuck in the Suburbs had Jordan Cahill. Played by Taran Killam, the Disney hunk continued his career as an SNL cast member for quite a while.Disney/Getty Images

15. Lizzie McGuire was part of the Disney generation of unforgettable shows. Clayton Snyder played Lizzie’s crush during that time, and although he’s moved on to other things besides acting, he was set to reprise his old role in the Lizzie McGuire revival.

15. Lizzie McGuire was part of the Disney generation of unforgettable shows. Clayton Snyder played Lizzie’s crush during that time, and although he’s moved on to other things besides acting, he was set to reprise his old role in the Lizzie McGuire revival.Disney Channel/Getty Images

16. Another Lizzie McGuire cast member is her trustworthy best friend, Gordo. There haven’t been many acting gigs he participated in after the show, but he now works at NYC’s Irish Arts Center.

16. Another Lizzie McGuire cast member is her trustworthy best friend, Gordo. There haven’t been many acting gigs he participated in after the show, but he now works at NYC’s Irish Arts Center.Disney; Instagram

17. Zac Efron is Disney Channel royalty after starring in the global phenomenon High School Musical. This hunk has continued to star in movies with diverse roles such as The Greatest Showman, 17 Again, and Baywatch.

17. Zac Efron is Disney Channel royalty after starring in the global phenomenon High School Musical. This hunk has continued to star in movies with diverse roles such as The Greatest Showman, 17 Again, and Baywatch.Disney; Gregory Pace/REX/Shutterstock

18. David Henrie from Wizards of Waverly Place played the smart older brother to mischievous Alex. He was juggling two roles at that time as the son on How I Met Your Mother, but in 2016, he tried his hand at directing and co-writing for This Is The Year.

18. David Henrie from Wizards of Waverly Place played the smart older brother to mischievous Alex. He was juggling two roles at that time as the son on How I Met Your Mother, but in 2016, he tried his hand at directing and co-writing for This Is The Year.Shutterstock/Getty Images

19. Lucas Till appears as the love interest of Miley in Hannah Montana: The Movie, but he also appeared in another singer’s music video. He played the boy next door in Taylor Swift’s You Belong With Me. Beyond that, his acting resume is impressive, as he stars in famous series and movies too.

19. Lucas Till appears as the love interest of Miley in Hannah Montana: The Movie, but he also appeared in another singer’s music video. He played the boy next door in Taylor Swift’s You Belong With Me. Beyond that, his acting resume is impressive, as he stars in famous series and movies too.Disney/Kobal/Shutterstock

20. Last but certainly not least are Cole and Dylan Sprouse from one of the most well-known Disney series, The Suite Life of Zack and Cody. They both paused their careers to attend college, and although they are now back in the industry, they are still exploring different business ventures.

20. Last but certainly not least are Cole and Dylan Sprouse from one of the most well-known Disney series, The Suite Life of Zack and Cody. They both paused their careers to attend college, and although they are now back in the industry, they are still exploring different business ventures.Walt Disney Tv/Kobal/Shutterstock; Invision/AP/Shutterstock

All of these hunks were promising. The way they are rightfully remembered as part of what made Disney Channel’s shows and movies great is telling enough.

A number of them have remained in the entertainment industry and tried to work their acting magic, but some have found their true calling in other aspects of life. It does not take away from their Disney hunk title either way.

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