The world first fell in love with Mara Wilson in the early 1990s. As a child actor, she charmed audiences with her roles in beloved family films like Miracle on 34th Street and Mrs. Doubtfire. However, despite her early success, the actress—who celebrated her 37th birthday on July 24—eventually faded from the spotlight as she grew older and lost the “cute” appeal that initially made her a Hollywood darling.

Reflecting on her journey, Wilson once said, “If you’re not cute anymore, if you’re not beautiful, then you are worthless. Hollywood was burned out on me.”