THEN AND NOW: The cast of 'School of Rock' almost 18 years later

Pascale MondesirMay 22, 2021, 20:23 IST

Miranda Cosgrove in "School of Rock" and in 2021.Paramount Pictures; Amy Sussman/KCA2021/Getty Images for Nickelodeon

The hit musical-comedy "School of Rock" (2003) came to theaters nearly 18 years ago.
Jack Black, Joan Cusack, and Sarah Silverman had strong careers before and after the film.
Miranda Cosgrove made a name for herself on TV, but many of the young actors left Hollywood.

Jack Black, who starred as Dewey Finn, is still a successful actor and musician.

Jack Black in "School of Rock" and in 2019. Paramount Pictures; Annette Riedl/picture alliance via Getty Images

Miranda Cosgrove has starred in various hit movies and on TV shows since she played Summer.

Miranda Cosgrove in "School of Rock" and in 2021. Paramount Pictures; Amy Sussman/KCA2021/Getty Images for Nickelodeon

"School of Rock" was Joey Gaydos Jr.'s only acting credit.

Joey Gaydos Jr. in "School of Rock" and in 2015. Paramount Pictures; Jenny Anderson/Getty Images

Robert Tsai left the spotlight to focus on his education and musical talent.

Robert Tsai in "School of Rock" and in 2013. Paramount Pictures; Rick Kern/Getty Images

Rivkah Reyes is working as a performer, writer, and musician today.

Rivkah Reyes in "School of Rock" and in 2021. Paramount Pictures; rivkah.reyes/Instagram

Kevin Clark, who played Freddy, left Hollywood to pursue music full time.

Kevin Clark in "School of Rock" and in 2021. Paramount Pictures; Kevin Clark/Facebook

Aleisha Allen worked on a few more films after "School of Rock" before changing careers.

Aleisha Allen in "School of Rock" and in 2015. Paramount Pictures; Jenny Anderson/Getty Images

Maryam Hassan, who played Tomika, has been working as an independent singer.

Maryam Hassan in "School of Rock" and in 2021. Paramount Pictures; mayhrenate/Instagram

Caitlin Hale, who played Marta, went on to work in the medical field.

Caitlin Hale in "School of Rock" and in 2019. Paramount Pictures; caitlinmhale/Instagram

Brian Falduto became a singer-songwriter and certified life coach.

Brian Falduto in "School of Rock" and in 2019. Paramount Pictures; Santiago Felipe/Getty Images

Cole Hawkins worked as a child actor but has since left the industry.

Cole Hawkins in "School of Rock" and in 2020. Paramount Pictures; cole_east/Instagram

Angelo Massagli stopped acting a few years after "School of Rock."

Angelo Massagli in "School of Rock" and in 2021. Paramount Pictures; angelo_massagli/Instagram

Joan Cusack has worked steadily as an actress since playing Principal Mullins.

Joan Cusack in "School of Rock" and in 2015. Paramount Pictures; Jason Kempin/Getty Images

Mike White, who played Ned, is a successful actor and writer.

Mike White in "School of Rock" and in 2018. Paramount Pictures; Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP

Sarah Silverman is an accomplished comedian with over 100 performing credits to her name.

Sarah Silverman in "School of Rock" and in 2020. Paramount Pictures; Rich Fury/VF20/Getty Images for Vanity Fair

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