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Monica Barbaro is an American actress who rose to prominence with her role as Lieutenant Natasha "Phoenix" Trace in the blockbuster film *Top Gun: Maverick* (2022). Prior to her film breakthrough, she was known for her work in television, including main roles in series like *UnREAL*, *Chicago Justice*, and *The Good Cop*. Following *Top Gun: Maverick*, she starred in the Netflix action-comedy series *FUBAR* alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger and earned critical acclaim for her portrayal of folk singer Joan Baez in the 2024 Bob Dylan biopic, *A Complete Unknown*, which secured her an Academy Award nomination. Barbaro, who has a background in dance, continues to be a versatile performer with several high-profile projects slated for the future.
Jenna Ortega is an American actress whose career trajectory has evolved from a child star to an acclaimed young lead, notably establishing herself in the horror genre. She gained early recognition for playing the younger version of Jane Villanueva in *Jane the Virgin* and the lead role of Harley Diaz in the Disney Channel series *Stuck in the Middle*. Her transition to more mature roles included the second season of the thriller series *You* and a breakthrough into horror films with critically praised roles in *The Fallout*, *X*, *Scream* (2022), and *Scream VI* (2023). However, her most globally recognized role is playing the titular character in the hit Netflix series *Wednesday* (2022), which earned her a Golden Globe nomination, followed by a starring role in the 2024 sequel *Beetlejuice Beetlejuice*.

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**Anna Kendrick** is an acclaimed American actress and singer who first gained widespread recognition for her Oscar-nominated performance in the 2009 film *Up in the Air*, and later cemented her status as a mainstream star by leading the successful *Pitch Perfect* musical comedy trilogy as Beca Mitchell. Known for her distinctive, fast-talking, and quirky persona, she has demonstrated her versatility across genres, from teen dramas like *Twilight* and fantasy musicals such as *Into the Woods* to dark comedy-thrillers like *A Simple Favor* and animated features as the voice of Poppy in the *Trolls* franchise, further expanding her career in 2023 with her directorial debut, *Woman of the Hour*.
**Yara Shahidi** is an American actress, model, and activist who rose to prominence for her starring role as Zoey Johnson on the critically acclaimed sitcom *Black-ish* and its successful spin-off series, *Grown-ish*. Beyond her television work, which earned her multiple NAACP Image Awards, she has taken on major film roles, including the lead in the teen drama *The Sun Is Also a Star* and playing Tinker Bell in the 2023 live-action adaptation of *Peter Pan & Wendy*. A vocal advocate for social justice, political engagement, and female empowerment, Shahidi notably attended Harvard University and has used her platform to found "Eighteen x 18" to encourage youth voting.

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**Sadie Sink** is an American actress who rose to international fame for her breakout role as Max Mayfield in the popular Netflix supernatural series *Stranger Things*, a performance that earned her significant critical acclaim, particularly in the show's fourth season. Beginning her career on Broadway in musicals like *Annie* and the play *The Audience*, Sink has demonstrated her versatility by moving seamlessly between television and film, notably delivering a powerful dramatic performance as Ellie in Darren Aronofsky's 2022 film *The Whale* alongside Oscar winner Brendan Fraser, and starring in Taylor Swift's short film *All Too Well*.
**Halle Bailey** is an American singer and actress who initially gained recognition as half of the R&B musical duo Chloe x Halle alongside her sister, with the pair earning multiple Grammy Award nominations and being mentored by Beyoncé after going viral on YouTube. She transitioned to major acting roles with her main cast part as Skylar "Sky" Forster in the TV series *Grown-ish*, and achieved global stardom and significant cultural impact with her starring role as the Disney princess Ariel in the 2023 live-action film adaptation of *The Little Mermaid*, followed by a supporting role in the musical film *The Color Purple*.

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Kirsten Dunst began her career as a child model and actress, achieving early critical acclaim and a Golden Globe nomination at age 12 for her role in *Interview with the Vampire* (1994). She successfully transitioned into a teen icon with films like *The Virgin Suicides* (1999) and the hit comedy *Bring It On* (2000), followed by mainstream stardom as Mary Jane Watson in Sam Raimi's *Spider-Man* trilogy (2002–2007). Later in her career, Dunst focused on critically lauded roles in independent and art-house films, earning the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress for *Melancholia* (2011) and her first Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her subtle, powerful performance in *The Power of the Dog* (2021), cementing her reputation as a versatile and enduring actress.
Florence Pugh quickly established herself as one of her generation's most acclaimed actresses after her breakout lead performance in the independent drama *Lady Macbeth* (2016), for which she won a British Independent Film Award. Her international breakthrough came in 2019 with a trio of major roles: professional wrestler Paige in *Fighting with My Family*, the grief-stricken Dani in the horror film *Midsommar*, and her Oscar-nominated portrayal of Amy March in *Little Women*. Pugh has since balanced critical dramas like *The Wonder* (2022) and major blockbusters, joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Yelena Belova in *Black Widow* (2021) and starring in major epics like *Oppenheimer* (2023) and *Dune: Part Two* (2024), demonstrating impressive range across diverse genres.

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**Jennifer Lawrence** is one of the most bankable and critically acclaimed actresses of her generation, best known for her blend of blockbuster success and dramatic prowess, having been the highest-paid actress in the world in both 2015 and 2016. She achieved global fame as the protagonist Katniss Everdeen in **The Hunger Games** franchise and as the mutant Mystique in the **X-Men** films, while simultaneously earning four Academy Award nominations by the age of 25, winning the Oscar for Best Actress for her performance in **Silver Linings Playbook** (2012). Following a brief hiatus, Lawrence has returned to starring in and producing more character-driven films like the 2022 drama *Causeway* and the 2023 R-rated comedy *No Hard Feelings*.
**Emma Stone** is a celebrated, Oscar-winning actress known for her distinct voice, comedic timing, and successful transition to acclaimed dramatic roles, often collaborating with high-profile directors. She first rose to prominence in hit comedies like *Superbad* and **Easy A**, before gaining major recognition for roles in *The Help* and *Birdman*. Stone cemented her status as a leading dramatic star by winning the Academy Award for Best Actress for the musical **La La Land** (2016), and repeated this feat by winning a second Oscar for her transformative performance as Bella Baxter in Yorgos Lanthimos's fantastical film **Poor Things** (2023). She also actively works as a producer through her company, Fruit Tree, backing independent film and television projects.

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**Anna Kendrick** is an acclaimed American actress known for her versatility across musicals, comedy, and drama, gaining early recognition and an Academy Award nomination for her role in **Up in the Air** (2009). Her career is defined by iconic roles such as Beca Mitchell in the wildly popular **Pitch Perfect** film series, her voice work as Queen Poppy in the **Trolls** animated franchise, and her starring turn in the mystery-thriller **A Simple Favor**. Recently, she made her debut as a director and starred in the 2023 true-crime thriller, **Woman of the Hour**, further solidifying her status as a multifaceted Hollywood talent.
**Elle Fanning** is an American actress who began her career as a child performer, famously playing younger versions of her sister Dakota Fanning's characters before establishing herself in her own right with a breakthrough role in the science-fiction film **Super 8** (2011). She is celebrated for her work in both independent films like *The Neon Demon* and **20th Century Women**, and major studio projects like playing Princess Aurora in Disney's **Maleficent** series. In recent years, she has garnered significant critical praise for her lead roles on television, particularly as Catherine the Great in the satirical period dramedy **The Great** and Michelle Carter in the crime miniseries **The Girl from Plainville**.

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**Lily James** is an English actress whose career gained traction with her role as Lady Rose MacClare in the period drama series *Downton Abbey* (2012–2015), which was swiftly followed by her film breakthrough playing the title character in Disney's live-action *Cinderella* (2015). She has since become known for a versatile range of roles, including the romantic lead Young Donna in the musical sequel *Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again* (2018), Debora in the action film *Baby Driver* (2017), and Elizabeth Layton in the biographical war drama *Darkest Hour* (2017). Her portrayal of Pamela Anderson in the miniseries *Pam & Tommy* (2022) was a notable recent work that earned her nominations for both a Golden Globe and a Primetime Emmy Award.
**Anna Kendrick** is an American actress and singer who rose to prominence with her role in *Up in the Air* (2009), which earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. She is widely known for starring as Beca Mitchell in the musical comedy *Pitch Perfect* film series (2012–2017), where she showcased her singing talents, and for playing Stephanie Smothers in the thriller *A Simple Favor* (2018). Her filmography also includes the *Twilight Saga* (2008–2011), *Scott Pilgrim vs. the World* (2010), and the voice of Poppy in the *Trolls* franchise. Kendrick expanded her career by making her directorial debut with the 2023 true-crime thriller film, ***Woman of the Hour***, in which she also starred.

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**Emma Watson** is a British actress, model, and prominent activist, best known for rising to global fame at a young age as **Hermione Granger** in the entire *Harry Potter* film series (2001–2011). Following the franchise, she successfully transitioned to adult roles in films like *The Perks of Being a Wallflower* and the live-action *Beauty and the Beast*, while simultaneously prioritizing her education, graduating from Brown University, and using her platform as a **UN Women Goodwill Ambassador** to champion gender equality and sustainability.
**Emma Stone** is an American actress known for her versatility across comedy and drama, and she is a **two-time Academy Award winner** for Best Actress. Her breakthrough came with the lead role in the teen comedy *Easy A*, followed by major roles in blockbusters like *The Amazing Spider-Man* films and critically praised features such as *Birdman*. She won her first Oscar for the musical *La La Land* and her second for the surrealist dark comedy *Poor Things*, a performance for which she also served as a producer through her company, Fruit Tree, cementing her status as one of Hollywood's leading dramatic and comedic talents.

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**Scarlett Johansson** began her career as a child actor, gaining early notice in films like *The Horse Whisperer* and *Ghost World*. She transitioned to adult roles with critical success, winning a BAFTA for *Lost in Translation* (2003) and earning further praise for films like *Girl with a Pearl Earring* and *Match Point*. Globally, she is perhaps best known for portraying Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a role she played from *Iron Man 2* (2010) through her solo film *Black Widow* (2021). She has received multiple accolades, including simultaneous Oscar nominations for *Marriage Story* and *Jojo Rabbit* (both 2019).
**Angelina Jolie** also started acting early, but gained significant recognition for her Golden Globe and Oscar-winning performance in *Girl, Interrupted* (1999). She cemented her global stardom as the title character in the action franchise *Lara Croft: Tomb Raider* (2001-2003) and continued her box office success with films like *Mr. & Mrs. Smith*, *Wanted*, and *Maleficent*. Beyond acting, Jolie has expanded into filmmaking as a director and writer, and she is equally famous for her extensive humanitarian work, particularly as a Special Envoy for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).

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Halle Bailey is an American singer-songwriter and actress who initially rose to prominence as one half of the R&B musical duo Chloe x Halle, alongside her sister Chloe Bailey, garnering five Grammy Award nominations for their work, including the albums *The Kids Are Alright* (2018) and *Ungodly Hour* (2020). Beyond music, where she has also launched a solo career with her debut single "Angel," Bailey established herself in acting with a starring role in the sitcom *Grown-ish* (2018–2022). Her international profile skyrocketed when she was cast as the lead character Ariel in Disney's live-action adaptation of the musical fantasy film *The Little Mermaid* (2023), and she subsequently held a supporting role in the 2023 musical film *The Color Purple*.
Monica Barbaro is an American actress known for her dynamic work across television and film, building her career through roles in TV series such as *UnREAL* (2016), the *Chicago* franchise (including *Chicago Justice*), and Netflix's *The Good Cop* (2018), before achieving a major breakthrough in action films. Her performance as Lieutenant Natasha "Phoenix" Trace, a naval aviator, in the blockbuster *Top Gun: Maverick* (2022) brought her global recognition, which was quickly followed by a starring role opposite Arnold Schwarzenegger in the Netflix action-comedy series *FUBAR* (2023). Barbaro further cemented her standing in dramatic roles, earning critical acclaim and nominations for the Academy Award and SAG Award for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of folk singer and activist Joan Baez in the 2024 Bob Dylan biopic, *A Complete Unknown*.

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Mikey Madison is an American actress whose career has recently gained significant recognition, culminating in an Academy Award win for Best Actress for her performance as the titular character in Sean Baker's acclaimed 2024 film, **Anora**. Prior to this breakout role, she was known for her work in television as Max Fox on the series *Better Things*, and in films such as Quentin Tarantino's *Once Upon a Time in Hollywood* (2019) as Susan "Sadie" Atkins and as Amber Freeman in the slasher film *Scream* (2022). Following her Oscar win, Madison's career trajectory is on a highly promising path, with her next major project being the thriller film **Reptilia**, where she is set to star alongside Kirsten Dunst.
Kirsten Dunst is an established veteran American actress celebrated for her versatile and critically acclaimed career that began as a child star, earning a Golden Globe nomination for her role in *Interview with the Vampire* (1994). She has successfully transitioned between blockbusters like the *Spider-Man* trilogy (2002–2007), and arthouse films, winning the Best Actress award at the Cannes Film Festival for her complex portrayal of a depressed bride in *Melancholia* (2011), and earning an Oscar nomination for *The Power of the Dog* (2021). Her most recent significant role was as the war photojournalist Lee Smith in Alex Garland's dystopian thriller **Civil War** (2024), and she is slated to co-star with Mikey Madison in the upcoming film, **Reptilia**.

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Sadie Sink (born April 16, 2002) began her career on Broadway, notably starring as the title role in Annie (2012–2014) and playing young Queen Elizabeth II in The Audience (2015). Her breakthrough came with the role of Max Mayfield in the Netflix science fiction series Stranger Things (2017–present), where her performance in the fourth season earned widespread critical acclaim. She also starred in the horror film trilogy Fear Street and earned praise for her role in Darren Aronofsky's film The Whale (2022). She also had the lead role in Taylor Swift's short film All Too Well.
Kathryn Newton (born February 8, 1997) began acting as a child, with an early role in the soap opera All My Children and later starring in the CBS sitcom Gary Unmarried. She has a diverse career spanning television and film, including roles as Abigail Carlson in the HBO series Big Little Lies and Allie Pressman in the Netflix series The Society. She is well-known for her film work, appearing in critically acclaimed movies like Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri and more recently, in major blockbusters and horror films. Her notable movie roles include Cassie Lang in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, and lead roles in the horror-comedies Freaky and Abigail.

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