22 Holiday-Themed Throwback Photos of Celebrities That'll Make You Feel Merry and Bright

Christmas is the perfect time of year to reflect on the past, and Hollywood is no exception. Reliving some of the most random and amazing holiday-themed events that our favorite stars attended back in the day is one of the best pastimes. From old romances to bad outfit choices, everyone from Kanye West to Kelly Clarkson has gotten in on the festive fun. Keep reading to see some of the best moments over the years, including some gems from the early 2000s.

Britney Spears
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Britney Spears

The singer posed for festive photos while promoting her perfumes, Curious and Fantasy, in December 2006.

Beyoncé
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Beyoncé

Bey rocked an all-white outfit when she performed with Destiny's Child at the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting ceremony in November 2001.

Justin Bieber
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Justin Bieber

The "Baby" singer posed with choir members at TNT's Christmas in Washington event at the National Building Museum in December 2009.

Miley Cyrus and Pete Wentz
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Miley Cyrus and Pete Wentz

Miley and Pete rocked matching plaid outfits in November 2008 when they filmed MTV's FNMTV Christmas Special in Hollywood.

Michael Bublé
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Michael Bublé

The "Baby, It's Cold Outside" singer tried to keep warm when he made an appearance at the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting ceremony in December 2009.

Alicia Keys
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Alicia Keys

Alicia waved to the crowd after she performed in Tokyo in November 2007.

Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey
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Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey

In November 2004, the former couple was all smiles as they posed for a photo in New York City.

Jay Z
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Jay Z

The rapper wore a Santa hat in December 2005 when he helped hand out gifts to children in his old Brooklyn neighborhood.

Hilary Duff
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Hilary Duff

Hilary channeled the best of early 2000s fashion when she was on hand to help light the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in November 2004.

Katy Perry
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Katy Perry

For her performance at Q102's Jingle Ball at the Susquehanna Bank Center in New Jersey in December 2008, Katy wore a Christmas tree as an outfit . . . as you do.

Taylor Swift
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Taylor Swift

Back when Taylor was still just starting out, she made a cute appearance at the Rockefeller Center in NYC in November 2007.

Jessica Simpson
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Jessica Simpson

Jessica rocked a Santa suit when she attended the Z100 Jingle Ball at Madison Square Garden in New York City in December 2000.

Sarah Jessica Parker
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Sarah Jessica Parker

In December 2003, Carrie Bradshaw — er, Sarah Jessica Parker — unveiled the Duke and Duchess of Windsor Brooch with the help of Santa Claus at the Cartier Mansion in NYC.

Kanye West
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Kanye West

The rapper posed with a group of adorable kids at the Stella McCartney store Christmas window lighting in December 2006.

Ryan Seacrest
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Ryan Seacrest

While taping the Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade at the Magic Kingdom in Florida in December 2010, Ryan struck a cute pose with Minnie Mouse.

Demi Lovato
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Demi Lovato

The singer met Pluto at Disneyland in California in November 2009.

Tina Fey, Her Daughter Alice, Alec Baldwin, and Ann Curry
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Tina Fey, Her Daughter Alice, Alec Baldwin, and Ann Curry

The 30 Rock costars helped celebrate the Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting ceremony in November 2006.

Jessica Simpson
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Jessica Simpson

The singer sported brown hair when she performed at Rockefeller Center in November 2001.

JoJo
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JoJo

JoJo looked stunning when she performed as part of TNT's Christmas in Washington event in December 2004.

Destiny's Child
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Destiny's Child

The ladies looked lovely when they belted out some Christmas tunes in Rockefeller Plaza in November 2001.