Marc Anthony's son Ryan Muñiz just turned 16 – see his life in pictures

Marc Anthony and Dayanara Torres´s youngest son together reached the special age on August 16, leaving behind his childhood years and evolving into a sophisticated young man.

Ryan, who is a talented amateur photographer, is his famous dad´s mini-me, as this picture shows.

The photo, taken during brother Cristian´s graduation on June 14, not only shows how much Ryan looks like Marc, but also that he is already taller than dad, something we thought was impossible not too long ago!

Marc and Dayanara´s younger son is currently attending secondary school, and even though he likes to keep a low profile, his parents share images from time to time that allow fans and followers to see how much he´s grown.

Ryan´s parents were no longer together when he was baptized, but Marc and Dayanara reunited for the occasion. Two days before his first birthday, he was christened in Santa Agatha´s church in Miami, during a lovely ceremony conducted by Father Ricky Gerena, who also married his parents in Puerto Rico in 2002.

Although Dayanara respects her kids' privacy and does not share the details on their private celebrations, she does pay tribute to them every year on their birthdays by posting collages showing off their sweetest childhood moments. For Ryan's 16th, she shared compiled a post of Ryan on horseback, playing baseball, and in general, having the time of his life!

The age gap between Ryan and older brother Cristian is just 3 years, which was great for the kids growing up since they were best friends from minute one. Nowadays, they are inseparable and enjoy each other´s company, especially if the plan involves watching a Star Wars movie. They are megafans of George Lucas´ famous saga.

Younger brothers always look up to their big 'bros' with admiration and respect. This is also true in Ryan and Cristian´s case. Marc Anthony´s boys support each other, and Ryan is as proud of his brother´s achievements as of his own.

Although Ryan is a discreet young man and prefers to stay away from the spotlight, in 2016 he had teh chance to be Marc Anthony´s red carpet buddy at the Latin Grammys. The Vivir mi Vida singer received the Person of the Year Award that year and Ryan was immensely proud.

Beauty queen Dayanara feels extremely lucky fto have her sons in her life, especially during the challenging times. Marc Anthony´s ex-wife is fighting against cancer and finds her biggest support in both her own mother, and her children.

"They are my reasons for being grateful. Thanks for my kids, thanks for every day I have them by my side, I feel so lucky for being able to love them and guide them, " said the ex-Miss Universe about her precious boys.

Marc and Dayanara are so proud of their kids – just take a look at their social media! When Ryan graduated from Woodland Hills Middle School, his mom posted this picture posing happily with her son.

Ohhhh, the teenage years... That period of your life when you leave behind childhood and start acting (and looking) like a grown-up! Thanks to Ryan´s parents, we have witnessed how he has transformed from the cutest baby to a handsome young man who is taller than mom... and dad!

Both Ryan and Cristian have inherited the charm of their famous dad. Fun and extroverted, it´s easy to see in the images their parents share how they like to joke with each other and have a good time. The two young men are also responsible teens who are mom and dad's biggest joy.