Throwback photos of 'baby-faced' Greater Manchester celebs who made it big on the small screen and in Hollywood

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Greater Manchester have never been short of local legends and talent.

We boast a huge catalogue of actors, musicians, comedians and more, many with careers spanning decades and others paving the way for the next generation. But before they rose to stardom, they grew up in our towns, went to the local schools and were known by our neighbours.

From starring in massive Marvel and Netflix productions to Grammy Awards and legendary soap status, Greater Manchester has produced a number of stars who have made it big. Delving into the archives, the Manchester Evening News has unearthed pics of these 'baby-faced' celebrities from way back when.

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Some were taken in first breakout roles and as their careers were beginning, whereas other photos show our celebrities in their early years. And some seem not to have aged a day, while others are barely recognisable from the stars we now know and love.

From well-known artists to Hollywood A-listers, award winners and more, these throwbacks are fascinating. Here are 12 of Greater Manchester's famous exports in years gone by.

Best known for his title role of Lovejoy in the BBC series and Al Swearengan in Deadwood, for which he won a Golden Globe, Ian McShane is one of Manchester's most famous sons. Born in Blackburn, but raised in Manchester, McShane grew up in Davyhulme before appearing on our screens.

As a youngster, he attended Stretford Grammar School before making California his home. He’s an ardent Red, which is not surprising given his dad Harry played for United in the early 50s and was later a scout and PA announcer at Old Trafford.

McShane has also starred in Dallas, Roots, Wuthering Heights as