I recall a moment at work when my coworker asked about our manager's age, and my response went something like this: "Well, I'd say somewhere in the range of 30 to 60... You really can't judge some folks by their looks alone. Appearances can be incredibly deceiving!"
It's fascinating how appearances can play tricks on us, and that's precisely what the folks over at the subreddit r/13or30 are all about. They're sharing pictures of individuals whose age appears to be nothing more than just a number.
Whether it's a teenager with a beard that rivals a lumberjack's or a thirty-year-old who could pass for a high school student, they've got it all. Join us in exploring the amusing and sometimes bizarre instances of age-defying appearances.
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This Trick-Or-Treater
"My 15 year old son during trick or treat. What is he dressed as, you ask? He is a Sheild Agent, he wasn't collecting candy, he was handing out cards to all the kids dressed as Marvel characters asking them if they were interested in the Avengers initiative."
The guy looks like a mash up of Brendan Fraser and Angus T. Jones...
Until the cops grab him "are you the weird guy in a trenchcoat harassing kids?" ;)
At its core, aging is a natural biological process that occurs in all living things, whether it's a fruit, a flower, an animal, or a human being.
Consider this: What happens to a piece of fruit or a flower as it ages? Its appearance undergoes a significant transformation, shifting from a vibrant and youthful state to the opposite. The fruit eventually decays and breaks down, while the flower wilts and follows a similar path.
Me, 14, Looking Like A 40 Year Old Russian Housewife Named Valenka
Unfortunately, yes. I know, it is very terrible. I don't know who let me dye my hair black when I am naturally not that and when I asked the hairdresser back then to make my hair "more fluffy" she actually backcombed the s**t out of my hair, so when I walked out of that salon I looked like a twice divorced soccer mum named Karen. When I was home I tried to comb the really horrible hairspray structure out of it and that was what was left.
Load More Replies...I am just really good at coming up with stupid stuff. I was also made aware that "Valenka" means "Boot" and is BY NO MEANS a legit name, but that was what popped into my mind, so I wrote it. Could've also gone with thrice divored soccer mum named Karen.
Load More Replies...Sadly, A Problem I Can Relate To As Well
When I was 22 I was subbing in a middle school. I was subbing for the gym teacher, so I was dressed casually, and one of the lunch ladies mistook me for a 7th-grader two days in a row!! lol
I worked for 6 months in a secondary school, when I was 25. Got stopped by the lunch ladies constantly!
Load More Replies...I'm a teacher and I'm 35. I've been mistaken for a pupil so many times by school personnel. The oldest kids in primary school are 14, maybe 15. Last year I was told off for using my phone while I was asking my gynecologist for prescription for contraceptive pill.
They was such a teacher at my hs. She isn't tall, either.
Load More Replies...My middle school band teacher was all of 5' tall and wore her hair in what would now be called a "messy fade" style. We were all entering the packed classroom one day, and a classmate of mine was using the "gently push people out of the way because I am big and imposing" technique to get through. He did it to her, and she spun around and gave him what-for! LOL! If only I had made a video...
When it comes to humans and the aging process, some individuals may appear older than their actual age, while others of the same age might appear significantly younger. These differences can be attributed to variations in the pace at which their biological age progresses in relation to their chronological age.
Your chronological age is simply the number of years that have passed since the day you were born. It's the number you tell people when they ask you how old you are.
My Dad Looked Like A Pre-Midlife Crisis Businessman… When He Was 17
I don't buy it. Way too many lines around the eyes for a 17 year old.
I'm with you here. I zoomed in to the eye area. Not a chance this person is 17
Load More Replies...There is no way that's a 17 year old unless he has a medical condition. I'm not buying it. He's got crows feet and wrinkles, ffs.
And frown lines and lines everywhere else, too.
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Load More Replies...A bit like Peter, perhaps. Except Pete would Never have worn that suit.
Load More Replies...Thomas Brodie-Sangster... 33 Going On 12
At least now he manages to look 16 trying to grow facial hair instead of 12.
Load More Replies...this photo is from 2013, he was 23 at the time. bit of a misleading title.
Not Sure If It Has Been Posted Before But Damn
The caption appears to be wrong. A little Googling is saying this is Katase Momo, a Japanese model. The photograph above was taken when she was 14 or 15, and she is now around 29.
WTF bored panda? They get stuff like this wrong pretty regularly....
Load More Replies...True but having stuffed animal accessories in common among many age groups there. They have a love of cute things- I can't remember what the word is.
Load More Replies...I feel like I'm being Punk'd! "I'm arresting you for a violation of code 67-TJ14...picking a police officer up and going, 'Wheeeeeeeeeeeee!'"
I work with elderly dementia patients, mostly women, they love it when I say "Hello girls "
Yeah, and BoredPanda referring to her as a “girl” isn’t helping 🙄
Your biological age reflects the physical development of your body, which is determined by measurable cellular and molecular processes known as biomarkers. It's also influenced by the length of telomeres, which are protective caps at the ends of your DNA strands and impact how your body's cells age.
An Update For Y’all
I know a guy who's 20 but he looks like a 12 year old. He's small like a child but has a full time job in my local supermarket. I embarrassed myself by asking him what he was doing working there. Unsurprisingly, he said "Working". haha. Oops. He's a lovely bloke.
Matronly 40-Year Old Korean Librarian? Nope! Just Me, A 12-Year Old Boy
I was a bigger fella and I had similar hair in my teens. I was perusing the cheeses in the cooler at the grocery store and a woman came up behind me, tapped me on the shoulder, and said, "M'am?" When I turned around, she visibly jumped, and exclaimed, "I'm so sorry!"
Thought I Would Post Myself… I’m 31 Lmao
He gets carded at McDonald's when buying a happy meal.
Load More Replies...I was confused. I thought "Yeah, you look 13. You look your age". Then I realised I'd misread the number
I’m the exact opposite, I’m 13, and I’ve been told I look like I’m thirty, I could have been on this post
Load More Replies...there actually aint NO WAY. no way. no. no. no. no. i refuse to believe it
Like my younger brother. Unbelievable he is over 30. But then on my good days people assume I am just 25 when in fact more than a decade older. But I think this is the new normal. People look more mature when still a teenager and hold this look for thirty years when nothing special happens (like kids, drugs, wars...)
You look like a dude in middle school trying to show off your "fit" as your mom is about to walk into the kitchen and ask what your doing
U look like a kid in my engineering class (8th grade or in the uk (cmiiw) year 9)
So, when someone has a younger biological age, it means not only do they look younger, but they are, in practical terms, biologically younger. The saying "age is just a number" is particularly true in the context of chronological age. Take a look around, and you'll see evidence of this.
5 Or 50 (To Life)
He was 29 at the time according to this news (2011) https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2019841/Meet-man-eyebrows-convictions-drunken-driving.html?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app
He probably got all the tattoos on his face to look older or prove he is an adult. Kind of sad
"Finster's shaving his age? And tattooed? And smoking a cigar?"
Load More Replies...A Giant 3 Y/O Or A Baby Faced 23 Y/O?
I think this is the most plausible explanation ...
Load More Replies...Maybe they’re two three year olds standing on top of each other. It would explain the giant coat
Nah, it fits his arms too well. Maybe it’s one five year old standing on the shoulders of a 10 year old?
Load More Replies...Why does he look like two kids standing on each other with a trench coat.
26 Year Old Kenyan Footballer, Joash Onyango
he actually had his beard dyed because people said that he looked too old to play soccer professionally (they thought he was age cheating) article link: https://sportsbrief.com/football/7582-afcon-2019-old-man-joash-onyango-dyes-beard-social-media-trolling/
Load More Replies...I call bullcrap on this one. It is well known that many African football players have falsified ages.
There was a time promising young african players would start in U16 in Europe being way older Think of Basile Boli who was alledgely 15 when he start in first division and had to retire at 28...
You might wonder: Can you slow down the biological aging process? Is it possible? The answer is a resounding yes! You have the power to either decelerate or accelerate the rate at which you age, all depending on the choices you make.
Me At 11 Rocking The Granny Sweater
....and the granny necklace, and the granny earrings, and the granny haircut...
To the people saying that you think this picture is fake. I’m an elementary school teacher, and let me tell you. I have seen quite a few kids in 5th grade that I honestly thought were either a teacher or a parent.
I’m have a lot of trouble believing this just based on facial structure alone…
The Author Of Jojo's Bizzare Adventure Forgot To Age
You're right. I looked up some more recent pictures of him and they match his age, but he's aged gracefully.
Load More Replies...And he isn't sorry about it at all. Look at that face. Hmph
Load More Replies...Put him in a curly red wig and 16th century women's clothes and he's a ringer for Queen Elizabeth 1. The expression and face shape are perfect!
Baby Daddy? Baby? Daddy?
This guy is called Junior De Rocka, he's a musician, and he's about 29 years old. Which is bizzare cause he does not look 29.
Load More Replies...I feel like there should be a toddler on the side with a man's face cuz this looks like face swap
That ain't a forehead, that's at least a sixhead!
Load More Replies...I think if his hair would be more to the front his face would look better in proportion for an adult
yeah, that fivehead ain't helping at all....😬🤣😂
Load More Replies...It looks like someone photoshopped his face onto his head but didn't get the size right. I feel bad saying that, but its true.
Staying fit is a key factor in combating the aging process. Exercising brings numerous advantages. It enhances blood flow, aids digestion, strengthens the heart, facilitates toxin removal, and provides various benefits that reduce inflammation in the body, often linked to aging and illness.
Me At 13 Looking Like A 30 Year Old Single Mom Who Loves Boxed Wine And Mlms
12 Y/O Me In My Family Photo. I Look Like A 35 Y/O Secretary Who Makes The Best Christmas Cookies At Work
You do look like you could bake a good cookie! I'm always open to care packages btw.😊
This Police Officer
Two points for you hehe, (Police Constable).
Load More Replies...Asking the important questions! He’s probably some criminal tho. :p
Load More Replies...Whatever his height, he's armed with a gun and the law. "Have a nice day officer".
No guns, he’s a Metropolitan Police Officer, and there’s only a few departments that carry weapons.
Load More Replies...Serious question, most places used to have minimum height requirements for police. How'd he manage to pass, or are they super lax now? Actually I'll answer my own questions, looks like they've removed height requirements (here at least) as long as you pass the physical aptitude requirements.
On the flip side, a lack of physical activity can lead to toxin buildup and inflammatory responses, potentially resulting in conditions like autoimmune disorders and various diseases.
My Sister Is 22 Going On 12
you should look up the flemish giant :3
Load More Replies...Acosta's Daughter
They should cast her for a horror movie. Also, imo, these parents should be in jail for these haircuts!
Children of the Corn?? And for goodness sake, feed them something containing iron ... They look like anaemia on legs.
Looks like she has a daughter-in-law that she disapproves of
Load More Replies...Those children look traumatized. Both of them have the thousand yard stare.
7 Year Old Kid Or 30 Year Old Tennis Instructor Named Derek
"If you don't remember pizza and French fries, you're not gonna have a good time..."
One of the most harmful things you can do to your body is smoking cigarettes. Smoking speeds up the natural aging of your skin. Cigarettes have carbon monoxide (a harmful gas) and over 4,000 cancer-causing substances. According to the American Cancer Society, smoking is responsible for 30% of all cancer deaths overall and a striking 87% of lung cancer deaths.
Child's Birthday Or 50 Year Olds Early Retirement?
I think a lot of this one is because the haircuts are what most of us are used to seeing on older people. Because they were popular in the 90s, which was when this photo was taken, which means that these girls were just in style in their time! It's like how everybody thinks Ethel is the name of an old lady. All those Ethels were children once!
5 Or 25?
Well, Actually
I'm presuming the cops used the excuse "we thought he was an adult!".......because it sounds better than the real reason they pulled their guns on him.
The sad truth. this racism stuff has got to stop
Load More Replies...In this photo the looks like 12 to me, no way near 30, and age shouldn’t matter anyway, what the hell is wrong with these stupid police!?
I'd have guess him at 17-19....still no reason to pull a gun on someone though.
Load More Replies...That headline disturbs me. I mean, obviously it's in the USA, but come on. Do you continually have to embarrass yourselves to the rest of the world?
It is well-documented that black children are frequently perceived as much older than they actually are by white people
I am not defending police violence or racist acts, but in this case, the police were chasing violent men described as “Polynesian men with dark skin, average builds.” The police, combing the neighborhood, doing their jobs to protect, saw a male standing in a front yard who met the description. They were in a dangerous, high adrenaline situation. How were they to immediately determine, with 100% accuracy, that this person was 1. a kid, 2. in their own yard? Would you rather they have just turned around and went the other way without checking? They couldn’t take the chance. Downvote me if you want, but a lot of times, our police force is just doing their best under awful circumstances. Yes, some are racist pigs doing inexcusable things, but most do a good job protecting the public.
If if you are in US and you are black adult you are legit for being killed by cop. OK. Got it.
There are a lot more “Black-on-Black” crimes than there are cops killing Black people. US Dept of Justice , Office of Justice Programs states that with regards to the shortened lifespan of Black males, “In about 80-90% of the cases, the Black victim was killed by another Black,”. Racism is ugly, nasty and horrific, but we do need to keep an eye in the much larger picture - we have violence and racism everywhere, even within a race, and it all needs to stop.
Load More Replies...The classic saying, "You are what you eat," actually holds some truth when you ponder it. Perhaps it should be modified to say, "You look what you eat." In reality, your overall health and the condition of your skin are closely connected and go deeper than just the surface. Surprisingly, some folks don't realize that the food they eat can have a big impact on how they look. Unhealthy eating doesn't just make you gain weight; it can also speed up the aging process from the inside out. Nutrition, whether it's good or bad, serves as fuel that influences the quality and strength of nearly every part of your body, from your organs to your cells and systems.
Hope this gave you some food for thought. Live well and be well. Scroll down and check out the rest of the folks that absolutely do not look their age.
11 Y/O Boy, 22 Y/O Drag Queen Or 38 Y/O Lesbian?
26 Or 6 Years Young?
This Bodybuilder With A 13 Year Old's Face
Lol he spent so much time on his arms, he forgot about his deltoids 😅
Load More Replies...Not as horrifying as the six year olds doing it... https://www.oldest.org/sports/youngest-bodybuilders/
Load More Replies...15 Or 50
I am reminded of movies where the evil old witch uses a spell to look like a young lady but then later in the movie the spell starts to wear off. Also - no hate at the lady here. We are how we are and she might be a very nice person. It's just a kind of odd look at first glance.
Pretty sure she is in her 20s. Or do you know her?
Load More Replies...Me At 14 Looking 40
Jamie Foxx, 18 Years Old
Patrick Renna From The Sandlot With His Son At The Field Where They Shot The Movie. He Has Been In The 13or30 Club His Whole Life
Came Across This One On Tinder... 12 Or 20?
"I want a date to watch Peppa Pig in our onesies and stay very ver very late like 7 or 8, and eat cookies or play doh"
I'm more focused on the lack of commas. I wondered, 'what are music video games?'
The Cast Of Queen's Gambit
I think she has one of the most beautifully unique faces I've ever seen.
I agree. She's unusual looking, but I find her incredibly pretty.
Load More Replies...Yes I agree. I read somewhere that an interviewer asked her if it was hard growing up with eyes really far apart. It hurt her confidence and she didn’t look at her face in the mirror for years. It’s really heartbreaking how one comment can wreck a person’s confidence.
Whoever did the hair and makeup, along with the costume and set designer on this show was absolutely aces.
Isn't this thimas brodie-sangster from the other post? Love actually, I think he was in
12 Or 80?
She has all the marks of just being full body contakt with lots of snow. Here in Norway, that means your 12 no matter your age !
Star Trek Cosplay
Not really...Guy I worked with rocked that comb over at the ripe ol' age of 23.
Load More Replies...My Friend, Who Is 17. His Face Screams Primary School But His Outfit And Mannerisms Make Him Look Like A Middle-Aged Accountant
Belgian Parliament Member
I think that's exactly who should have a few seats in parliament. More younger members and more women.
Looks like that one rich twelve year old who went to your school and always carries a briefcase instead of a backpack and cleans his seat before sitting on it.
19 Year Old Rookie Or 47 Year Old Coach
13 Or 30?
That is one majestic cat. Oh, and the woman is probably in her 20's.
Ignore the woman for a moment, is that cat really huge or am I having issues with perspective again?
A little of both probably. Looks like it might be a Maine C**n which are large. She also looks like she has a tiny gymnast-like frame. Edit: holy cr@p, BP censored the breed name. I meant to say “Maine C00n cat”
Load More Replies...This Photo Was Taken About A Week Before My 14th Birthday
Maybe he started puberty early. Kids are hitting puberty at 9-10 now more often than ever before.
Load More Replies...I had a mustache and beard almost exactly like that a few weeks ago before I shaved it and I’m only 13
Load More Replies...Not Sure If This Is A Venezuelan Secret Service Agent Is 13 Or 30
Me At Age 16
My son and his friend are both 12 and his friend has a moustache already!
I must be weird because this is what I’d expect a 16-17 year old to look like
My nephew had a full beard at sixteen and always got hit on by adult waitresses.
Michael Cera: 12 Or 22?
Awkward AF trying to enjoy his lunch with Aubrey Plaza without people shoving a phone in his face.
At least they did a group photo instead of 6 selfies....🤷♀️
Load More Replies...I Truly Cannot Figure This One Out!
No Joke, Met Him In A Bar, Said He Was 21 Not 12
The glass of beer blends perfectly into the printing of his shirt...
13or60?
Can confirm. Getting the original Nintendo with duck hunt for Christmas is still my favorite Christmas memory of all time.
18 Or 45?
It Ain't Easy Being Soccer Mom And Soccer Daughter
From Bernie Sander's Instagram
Meds are now free here in NZ. It used to be $5 per item on a prescription but not anymore!
Those Tattoos Could Easily Just Be Doodles
Abandoned in the backyard of the ink studio with some cash...
Load More Replies...Boy got a little carried away with the temporary tattoos he got at the dollar store
Adult Goblin Or Bearded Child On Jerry Springer??
19 Or 57
Just Turned 38. No One Ever Believes Me. Do I Deserve To Be Here?
Is She Even Old Enough To Get Arrested?
Grandmother That Is Either 14 Or 27
If You Guess His Age Wrong He Cuts You
BoredPanda has been doing that more and more lately with their listicles copy and pasted directly from Reddit.
Load More Replies...Hi I’m Professor Babyhead Grownbody
My Husband, Far Left. 13 Or 35 Year Old Bank Teller?
the girl on the right also is prolly way younger than she looks.
13 Year Old School Boy Or 26 Year Old Member Of The German Parliament?
He's 26 or so. An actual member of parliament, and a conservative one to say the least.
Load More Replies...Philipp Amthor looks like a child and at the same time somehow as old as no one ever wants to become.
I wish I could grant the benefit of doubt to him that he even was high on anything even once. But, this valuable experience isn't really appreciated among conservatives, they resort to drinking, heavy at times, but no more than that. Spares them a lot of ... experience.
Load More Replies...Dieser Kasper mit Milchgesicht bringt meine Carotiden zum Glühen...I am not going to call out his name...
Hmmmm
Child Playing Dress Up Or Actual Nfl Punter?
if I could do that ... I would be doing that all the time ... in the grocery store ... PTA meetings ... church ...
I didn't realizer footballers can be so flexible. Then again. i hear some take ballet :)
At some point you reach the age where they all look "kids". With the exception of the famous quarterbacks who are playing in their 40's.
12 Or 21?
I Met One As An Uber Driver In The Wild
13 Or 22?
Ashildr from Dr Who? She's supposed to be immortal. If the Dr Who chronology is correct then she would be currently about 1,172 years old.
that's arya stark from game of thrones. she was an assassin and badass af.
Load More Replies...Toddler Face, Adult Body
Well, this is pretty much my face and body type… Just more fit and toned, but still. Sucks to know I am actually off putting ((
Load More Replies...Let Me Just Age 20 Years Real Quick
I really wish the lip overlining trend would die. We can see that you colored outside the lines, sweetie. It doesn't make your lips look fuller; it just makes it look like you don't know how to apply makeup.
Saw This Chick On Youtube. Is She 25 Or 65?
I think it really confuses people when young-ish women let their hair be gray instead of dyeing it. I think this woman is probably in her 40's, but the gray hair (OLD!) plus tattoos (YOUNG!) is to much cognitive dissonance for people.
There was a trend a while ago (not sure it's still happening) of young adult females (teens/early 20s) dyeing their hair silver and greyish. That can't have helped the confusion
Load More Replies...Somehow the hands look old. I suppose she is way older than 25. Like, over 50....
From The Tlc Show "90 Day Fiancé"
14 Year Old Lesbian Or 22 Year Old Soon To Be Father?
Is it just me or it looks like Post Malone and Billie Eilish had a child?
It is a guy. Assuming they don't put face tatts on under age youngsters, he should be over 18...
I know if you have parent/guardian permission you can get them at 16+, at least where I live
Load More Replies...Whatever age, he/she should be old enough to know better than getting face tattoos.
“Mom Said I Can Invade Normandy But I Have To Be Back Before 9:30”
These poor guys probably never saw their moms again, let alone touch land before they got shot. Not funny, should not be on this list.
or they came home missing parts of mind and body and were never the same again
Load More Replies...This is very upsetting. Those poor, poor boys. Look at their faces :(
Do look. In 2023 the same young faces are there in different uniforms, races and gender all over the world.
Load More Replies...This is heartbreaking and should not be on here. These really are just boys, many of which likely never made it back home. Do better, BoredPanda.
My great-grandfather signed up age 12 (they almost certainly guessed he was underage but turned a blind eye). Obviously he lived, or I wouldn't be here, but there were many not much older than him who didn't make it.
That’s sadly what BoredPanda has become anymore.
Load More Replies...If people want to send pictures of themselves that’s fine but to harvest pictures from tinder or elsewhere is just wrong. Just imagine being that person casually scrolling through this site and then boom their photo is there with people mocking or otherwise negatively commenting on their appearance. Not cool
My coworker just found out I have a 13 year old and mentioned how tough it must have been being a teen mom...I just turned 43. Wear sunscreen, don't smoke, and moisturize.
Had an interesting conversation with HR Director of one company. Over her carrier she had interviewed many people, some of which she could not indicate gender or age. Age would be ok, it was enough to check CV, but gender was a pickle, as she admittedly did not know how to address the person (Mr. or Mrs.) without insulting (names were gender neutral as well).
Just ask, what would you prefer I called you? Easy peasy.
Load More Replies...Many of these people seem to have hormonal or genetic growth differences. The tone of the post is way off.
Took my child trick or treating when she was a baby. People kept asking where my costume was.... Not sure whether to be flattered you think I'm younger than what I am... Or creeped out...
I was about 20 when a guy told me I looked like his 14 year old daughter. Me: 'an older version right?' Him: 'No.'
That’s sadly what BoredPanda has become anymore.
Load More Replies...If people want to send pictures of themselves that’s fine but to harvest pictures from tinder or elsewhere is just wrong. Just imagine being that person casually scrolling through this site and then boom their photo is there with people mocking or otherwise negatively commenting on their appearance. Not cool
My coworker just found out I have a 13 year old and mentioned how tough it must have been being a teen mom...I just turned 43. Wear sunscreen, don't smoke, and moisturize.
Had an interesting conversation with HR Director of one company. Over her carrier she had interviewed many people, some of which she could not indicate gender or age. Age would be ok, it was enough to check CV, but gender was a pickle, as she admittedly did not know how to address the person (Mr. or Mrs.) without insulting (names were gender neutral as well).
Just ask, what would you prefer I called you? Easy peasy.
Load More Replies...Many of these people seem to have hormonal or genetic growth differences. The tone of the post is way off.
Took my child trick or treating when she was a baby. People kept asking where my costume was.... Not sure whether to be flattered you think I'm younger than what I am... Or creeped out...
I was about 20 when a guy told me I looked like his 14 year old daughter. Me: 'an older version right?' Him: 'No.'
