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The rise of social media means that our parents are online: they want to be our friends on Facebook, they want to upload photos of us on Twitter, and they can’t wait to comment on our posts on Instagram. The horror! Now imagine that your parents were world-renowned actors, pop stars, and celebrities. Every move they make gets viewed thousands if not millions of times. And God forbid they decide to troll you for the entire world to see.

Some stars really enjoyed poking fun at their kids online and we’ve got some of the best examples of celeb parents trolling their children. When you’re done enjoying this post, check out Bored Panda’s list about the times that parents ‘destroyed’ their kids on Facebook right here. Let us know in the comments if you think celeb or regular parents make better online trolls.

Celebrity expert Mike Sington, whom Bored Panda got in touch with, said that "gentle online trolling of your kids is actually a very modern way of parenting." Read on for the rest of Mike's insights about celebrity parents, the challenges that they face, and why trolling kids shouldn't be overdone.

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When Actor Jerry O’Connell Taught His Kids What Real Music Sounds Like

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When Footballer David Beckham Told His Son Brooklyn To Get Off Facebook Live And Go To School

When Footballer David Beckham Told His Son Brooklyn To Get Off Facebook Live And Go To School

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When Ryan Reynolds Absolutely 'Destroyed' His 6-Month-Old Daughter’s Art Skills

When Ryan Reynolds Absolutely 'Destroyed' His 6-Month-Old Daughter’s Art Skills

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was pretty sure when it said famous dads trolling that Ryan Reynolds will be in the list

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According to Hollywood's Ultimate Insider Mike, gently trolling kids on social media is a way to connect and bond with them. However, celebrity parents should try not to overdo things because it might backfire on them.

"You go to where your kids are, and where they are is online. It’s a clever way to get their attention and be able to bond with them. It’s got to be done in a kind-hearted manner though, or could easily backfire. If you make your kid angry, as easily as you trolled them, they can just as easily block you!"

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When Alec Baldwin Let Everyone Know He Wasn't A Fan Of His Daughter’s 'Sexy Photos'

When Alec Baldwin Let Everyone Know He Wasn't A Fan Of His Daughter’s 'Sexy Photos'

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Some people don't seem to realise that the second you put a photo/vid online, it's there forever. Things can come back to haunt you down the line.

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When Actor Seth Rogen’s Mom Shamed Him And Told Him To Call Her

When Actor Seth Rogen’s Mom Shamed Him And Told Him To Call Her

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When Pop Legend Madonna Schooled Her Ex On Her Son’s Instagram Photo

When Pop Legend Madonna Schooled Her Ex On Her Son’s Instagram Photo

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According to Mike, parenting when you're a star with the world's gaze on you 24/7 is immensely challenging. "Every move you’re making is being watched. If a negative interaction with your kid is observed, or seen on your or your kid’s social media, it’s going to rocket around the world. That can be damaging to not only your relationship with your child, but it can also be damaging to your career," the celebrity expert explained the dangers of slipping up even a single time when trolling kids.

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"The scrutiny of being a celebrity parent can be overwhelming," he added.

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When Serena Williams’ Husband, Alexis Ohanian, Commented On Their Daughter’s Photo

When Serena Williams’ Husband, Alexis Ohanian, Commented On Their Daughter’s Photo

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When Actress Sarah Hyland’s Mom Complimented Her Daughter’s Fiancé Wells Adams On His Good Looks

When Actress Sarah Hyland’s Mom Complimented Her Daughter’s Fiancé Wells Adams On His Good Looks

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When TV Host Jimmy Kimmel Completely Embarrassed His Daughters On Instagram

When TV Host Jimmy Kimmel Completely Embarrassed His Daughters On Instagram

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While it’s no surprise that some celebs great at trolling have a background in comedy, there were some unexpected contenders, too, like legendary singer Mick Jagger.

Apparently, some stars aren’t afraid to show they’ve got a softer, human side and that they love to have fun, too.

That’s one thing that we tend to forget about celebrities—that behind the coating of glitz, glamor, and glitter, they’re people just like you and I. And they have most of the same parenting problems and rely on pretty much the same advice as us regular non-famous folks.

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When Judd Apatow Said He Didn't Even Realize That Actress Lena Dunham Took His Daughter Iris On A Trip To London

When Judd Apatow Said He Didn't Even Realize That Actress Lena Dunham Took His Daughter Iris On A Trip To London

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When Will Smith Hilariously Recreated His Son Jaden’s Music Video Shot For Shot

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I like how he can't avoid leting out giggles when doing it, specially at the beggining.

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When Film Director Judd Apatow Made His Daughter Iris Uncomfortable With His Amazing Good Looks

When Film Director Judd Apatow Made His Daughter Iris Uncomfortable With His Amazing Good Looks

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's me when I'm hanging out with my pretty friends and I'm just there looking like a camel

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For instance, beloved Canadian actor (and one of the funniest people alive) Ryan Reynolds explained just how important it is to be present and active as a dad, as well as how vital it is to be a team player when you start having children comes into the world.

“Just do the dirty work, man. You gotta do the diapers, you gotta do the middle of the night thing. I mean, your wife—a human being will exit your wife, so she’s done enough. Just change the diapers,” Reynolds said on ‘Late Night with Seth Meyers.’

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When Football Star David Beckham Roasted His Son Brooklyn For Bragging About His Instagram Followers

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When Judd Apatow Trolled His Daughters Maude And Iris By Posting Their Photo Online

When Judd Apatow Trolled His Daughters Maude And Iris By Posting Their Photo Online

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Huh? ...what's wrong with the picture? More importantly WHAT on EARTH is that on the wall behind them!?

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When Kelly Ripa Told Her Daughter Lola To Turn Off Her Phone And Go Clean Her Room

When Kelly Ripa Told Her Daughter Lola To Turn Off Her Phone And Go Clean Her Room

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When Actress Leslie Mann Called Her Daughter Iris Out For Her Makeup Skills

When Actress Leslie Mann Called Her Daughter Iris Out For Her Makeup Skills

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Miss Cris
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My mother is slso always like this. Never a comment that's just "cute", "nice", "well" or "good".

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#17

When Denise Jonas 'Hated' Her Sons' Face Swap Photo

When Denise Jonas 'Hated' Her Sons' Face Swap Photo

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When Barbara Streisand Told Her Stepson To Smile And 'Show His Teeth'

When Barbara Streisand Told Her Stepson To Smile And 'Show His Teeth'

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"You were in my backyard and didn't call me?" I guess that backyard is bigger than any I've ever lived with.

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When Kim Kardashian Wanted To Wish Her Daughter A Happy Birthday But Ended Up Trolling Her Instead

When Kim Kardashian Wanted To Wish Her Daughter A Happy Birthday But Ended Up Trolling Her Instead

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When Victoria Beckham Trolled Her Son Brooklyn About Playing With Dolls

When Victoria Beckham Trolled Her Son Brooklyn About Playing With Dolls

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love that a boy or a girl or other like dolls, why not? Wait, is she her mother?

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When Mick Jagger Totally 'Annihilated' His Son Lucas On Instagram With Just One Comment

When Mick Jagger Totally 'Annihilated' His Son Lucas On Instagram With Just One Comment

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Am I missing something ... how is a comment to "watch out for the water" a 'total annihilation'?

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When Zoe Kravitz Shared A Selfie Of Her ~smoky Eye~ Look. And Her Dad Slid Into The Comments With This

When Zoe Kravitz Shared A Selfie Of Her ~smoky Eye~ Look. And Her Dad Slid Into The Comments With This

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Dilly Millandry
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not bothered by what she wants to do make-up wise but I'm not sure I'd go with calling this 'smoky'. It's a teensy-weensy bit less subtle than smoky!

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