Emma Roberts Then & Now: Photos Of The ‘Scream Queens’ Star From Her Young ‘Unfabulous’ Days & On

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Elissa Anderson

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Emma Roberts: Then & Now

Emma Roberts: Then & Now — Emma Roberts is a Hollywood legacy, known for her sharp delivery and horror chops. The star, who is the daughter of actor Eric Roberts and the niece of the legendary Julia Roberts, started her career with a bang in the crime film Blow (2001.) Emma swiftly rose to prominence as the lead on the Nickelodeon hit Unfabulous (2004-2007,) where she was also able to show off her musical skills.

Come the 2010s, the star got to show off her edgier side with standout performances in the FX anthology series American Horror Story (2013-present) and as the lead of Ryan Murphy’s Scream Queens (2015-2016). Top film credits include Nancy Drew (2007), Hotel for Dogs (2009), Valentine’s Day (2010), Scream 4 (2011), We’re the Millers (2013), Nerve (2016), and more. Next, she’s set to take on the Sony Spider-Man Universe in 2024’s Madame Web, opposite Dakota Johnson.

With accolades that include a Young Artist Award, an MTV Movie & TV Award, and a ShoWest Award under her belt, Emma has proved she’s a force to be reckoned with. And through it all, she’s been a fashion force of nature. Emma was glowing in Vivetta during a celebration for American Horror Story’s 100th episode on Oct. 25, 2019. Her dark hair and winged eyeliner looked so glam.

Ready for more photos of Emma through the years? See how far she’s come from her child actress start, right here.

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Emma Roberts In 2004

Emma Roberts In 2004 — Emma Roberts was just so cute during the 2004 Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards. Her cold-shoulder top and flared jeans made it clear we were mid-millenium.

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Emma Roberts In 2005

Emma Roberts In 2005 — Emma Roberts looked darling during the 2005 premiere of The Sisterhood Of The Traveling Pants. Her tank top had lace trim and ribbons lacing up the back, while she donned trendy 7 For All Mankind jeans.

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Emma Roberts In 2006

Emma Roberts In 2006 — Emma Roberts smiled as she walked the red carpet during the Disneyland premiere of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest in Jun. 24, 2006. Her strapless top had tiers of ruffles and she rocked lowrise flared jeans with flat shoes.

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Emma Roberts’ Sweet 16

Emma Roberts’ Sweet 16 — Birthday girl Emma Roberts was so happy during her sweet 16 in Mar. of 2007. Her three-tiered pink cake looked cute but also featured some edgy skulls and crosses for a pop-punk touch.

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Emma Roberts In 2008

Emma Roberts In 2008 — Emma Roberts was ready for some shopping during a special New York event at Kira Plastinina’s shop on Sep. 6, 2008. Her apricot top and ripped jeans were totally trendy at the time. Instead of her usual blonde, she rocked dark hair with caramel streaks.

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Emma Roberts In 2009

Emma Roberts In 2009 — Emma Roberts glowed during Vanity Fair’s 2009 Oscar Party. Her little yellow dress and dark curls were a dramatic but chic combo.

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Emma Roberts At The Premiere Of ‘Valentine’s Day’

Emma Roberts At The Premiere Of ‘Valentine’s Day’ — Emma Roberts was darling during the London premiere of Valentine’s Day on Feb. 11, 2010. She teamed a black skater dress with buff heels.

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Emma Roberts In 2011

Emma Roberts In 2011 — Emma Roberts looked like a total fashionista during Michael Kors’s Fall 2011 fashion show on Feb. 2011. Her royal blue dress had tons of pleats and was belted together with black.

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Emma Roberts At Chanel

Emma Roberts At Chanel — Emma Roberts really looked like she was coming into her own during Paris Fashion Week in 2011. She wowed in a dreamy blue Chanel dress with feathers at their Ready-To-Wear Fall-Winter 2011-2012 show designed by Karl Lagerfeld.

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Emma Roberts At The Premiere Of ‘Adult World’

Emma Roberts At The Premiere Of ‘Adult World’ — Emma Roberts glowed in navy Cushnie et Ochs during the 2013 Tribeca Film Festival. Her hair was dark and smooth, and she added black heels by Walter Stieger.

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Emma Roberts At The 2014 Golden Globes

Emma Roberts At The 2014 Golden Globes — Emma Roberts was so chic during the 71st annual Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California on January 12, 2014. She went with a black velvet Lanvin gown, turquoise earrings, and a subtle smokey eye.

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Emma Roberts In 2015

Emma Roberts In 2015 — Emma Roberts looked sensational in emerald green Ralph Lauren as she made her way to the Met Gala on May 4, 2015. Her dress went with a black clutch and strappy stilettos.

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Emma Roberts At The 2016 Vanity Fair Oscar Party

Emma Roberts At The 2016 Vanity Fair Oscar Party — Emma Roberts was so elegant during the 2016 Vanity Fair Oscar Party. Her sheer white Yanina Couture gown was scattered with black tufts of embroidery and she twisted her blonde locks up into a loose chignon.

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Emma Roberts At The 2017 Oscars

Emma Roberts At The 2017 Oscars — Emma Roberts was pure Hollywood glamour during the 2017 the Oscars. She had strawberry blonde tresses and donned a delicately beaded black and white Armani Privé gown.

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Emma Roberts In 2018

Emma Roberts In 2018 — Emma Roberts was feeling blunt during the 2018 Critics’ Choice Awards. She debuted short-short bangs while rocking an elegant cream dress to the event.

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Emma Roberts At The 2019 Vanity Fair Oscar Party

Emma Roberts At The 2019 Vanity Fair Oscar Party — Emma Roberts was a sheer wonder during the 2019 Vanity Fair Oscar Party. The sparkling Yanina Couture dress fell off her shoulders, featured a leggy slit, and was covered with silver beads.

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Emma Roberts At The 2020 Vanity Fair Oscar Party

Emma Roberts At The 2020 Vanity Fair Oscar Party — Emma Roberts was pure glamour during the 2020 Vanity Fair Oscar Party. A delicate diamond necklace matched the jeweled broach on her hip.

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Emma Roberts At The Premiere Of ‘Spence’

Emma Roberts At The Premiere Of ‘Spence’ — Emma Roberts looked like a total It Girl during the LA premiere of Spencer on Oct. 26, 2021. She had her hair in beachy blonde waves and wore a simple black babydoll dress with peep-toe heels. A pink purse added just the right pop of color.

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Emma Roberts In 2022

Emma Roberts In 2022 — Emma Roberts put on a leggy display during this Paris photocall for Montblanc on Jun. 22, 2022. She teamed a stylish black romper with heels and tousled locks.

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Emma Roberts In 2023

Emma Roberts In 2023 — Emma Roberts went for pure romance during a special screening of Maybe I Do on Jan. 17, 2023 in New York. Her gauzy red dress buttoned up the front and fell off one shoulder. A big red pout and scarlet heels tied the news together.

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