31 Adorable Photos of Kids on the Oscars Red Carpet Over the Years

It’s hard to believe that the 96th annual Academy Awards are here — and it’s already given us some great red carpet fashion. With the Oscars being the ceremony that marks the end of award show season, all eyes are on who will take home the biggest honors of the night.

And while it’s certainly not the main event of the evening, we’ll be the first to admit that our favorite tradition is watching all the celebrities that grace the red carpet in luxurious gowns. It’s a chance to see legendary celebs, rising stars, and the — always adorable — kid attendees in their best attire, all in one place. Yep, if you thought that children had no place at the high-brow event, you’d be highly mistaken. In fact, kids and teens are regulars at the award show, whether they’re there as nominees or simply there to cheer on their famous parents. The Academy Awards has a soft spot for all of Hollywood’s kiddos and honestly, so do we.

So, in honor of all the kids who have made adorable Oscar appearances, here’s a look back at some of the most heartwarming tiny humans who’ve made the exclusive guest list. From an eight-year-old Drew Barrymore in a fur shawl and pink tiara to a young Jaden Smith making his Oscars debut in a sleek black suit, read on for all the celebrity kids who stole our hearts.

A version of this article was originally published in April 2021.