17 Photos of Famous People Goofing Off Like Kids (18 photos)

Most of us aren't used to letting loose, goofing off, or making silly faces. Yet a little carefree, playful behavior can actually boost brain function and lengthen your life. Don't be afraid to act like a kid once in a while. While looking composed and serious has its time and place, nobody expects you—or anyone else—to keep up appearances 24/7.

We've rounded up rare photos showing even the most serious historical figures letting their hair down. Because every now and then, everyone just wants to forget their grand mission and be themselves.







Robin Williams dressed as a cheerleader, 1980.





Charlie Chaplin hanging out with friends, 1923.



Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone dancing in Cannes, 1990.



Marilyn Monroe making silly faces, 1953.



President Ford showing off his soccer skills to Pelé.



Sharon Stone and Ellen Barkin teasing a 19-year-old Leonardo DiCaprio at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, 1994.



The Duke and Duchess of Windsor casting British formality aside, kicking off their shoes, and jumping like kids, 1959.



The Dalai Lama just being himself.



Audrey Hepburn.



King George VI going down a slide, 1925.



Ernest Hemingway kicking a tin can into the air, 1959.



The Beatles and Muhammad Ali, 1964.



Paul Verhoeven and Arnold Schwarzenegger on the set of "Total Recall", 1989.



Meanwhile, Gérard Depardieu giving John Travolta a ride, 1982.



Che Guevara at a kindergarten in Shanghai, 1960.



Nancy Reagan sitting on the lap of famous American actor Mr. T.



Adriano Celentano riding a tiny bicycle, 1955.