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Meet the Under-25 Stars Taking Over Screens
Hollywood is seeing an influx of talent, striving for success. These powerhouse actresses are redefining stardom, captivating audiences with their incredibly realistic performances.
From Millie-Bobby Brown to Lily Chee, these actresses are proving they’re the entertainment industry’s future. Keep reading to find out more about these stars.
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Sadie Sink
Born on April 16, 2002, Sadie Sink began acting at a young age. Her first big role came in 2015 when she played the role of Suzanne Ballard in American Odyssey.
Sink’s breakout role was Max Mayfield in Stranger Things, for which she received plenty of praise. She was also nominated for a Critics Choice Award (Best Young Performer) for her role as Ellie in The Whale.
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Mckenna Grace
Only 18 years old., Mckenna Grace has blown everyone away with her superb acting skills. Born on June 25, 2006, Mckenna’s early roles included the character of Jasmine Bernstein in Crash & Bernstein.
She gained recognition for her performance in Gifted alongside Chris Evans. Her performance was also praised in I, Tonya and Annabelle Comes Home.
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Emma Myers
Born on April 2, 2002, Emma Myer’s recent role as Pip Fitz-Amobi in A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder has earned widespread acclaim from critics and viewers alike. She also starred as Enid Sinclair in Netflix’s Wednesday.
Looking ahead, Myers is all set to appear in the upcoming Minecraft movie. She’ll be starring alongside Jack Black and Jason Momoa.
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Kiernan Shipka
Kiernan Shipka, who turned 25 last year, has been a force in the entertainment industry, with the audience loving her acting. At age six, Shipka was cast as Sally Draper in the critically acclaimed AMC Series, Mad Men.
She was the main lead of Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, a darker adaptation of the Archie Comics character. The actor’s versatility was showcased in Wildflower.
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Chloe Coleman
Born on November 23, 2008, Chloe Coleman is an aspiring and talented young artist. She made her acting debut in 2013 as she appeared in an episode of Glee.
She gained a fanbase for her role as Sophie Vale in the action-comedy film My Spy starring alongside Dave Bautista. She also played the role of Kira in Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves showcasing versatility.
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Julia Butters
Born on April 15, 2009, Julia Butter made her television debut with a guest appearance on Criminal Minds. Her role as Trudi Fraser in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood was greatly loved.
She also earned a nomination for the Critics’ Choice Award for Best Young Actor/Actress for this role. She also portrayed Anna-Kat Otto on American Housewife.
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Leah Jeffries
Leah Sava Jeffries, born on September 25, 2009, is a talented young actress destined to make big waves, according to the critics. She gained a fan following for her role as Lola Lyon in the FOX series Empire.
She has also played the role of Brandi in Rel and as Norah Samuels in Beast. Jeffries’s next big role includes her character as Annabeth Chase in the highly anticipated Percy Jackson and the Olympians.
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Madeleine Yuna Voyles
Aged only 10 years, Madeleine Yuna Voyles has already started making waves for her strong and spot-on acting. She was born on September 3, 2014, and gained popularity for her role as Alphie in The Creator.
Critics loved her role, and many suggested that she deserved an Oscar nomination for her debut. She’s without a doubt a strong presence in the entertainment industry.
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Abby Ryder Fortson
Born on March 14, 2008, Abby Ryder Fortson is known for her roles in both television and film. Her acting career began when she appeared as a guest on The Mindy Project.
She ended up gaining recognition for her role as Cassie Lang in Ant-Man and its sequel. She has also starred in Togetherness and The Whispers.
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Brooklynn Prince
Born on May 4, 2010, Prince got a head start in her acting career at the age of two, appearing in print and screen advertisements. She gained widespread recognition for her role as Moonee in The Florida Project.
She has also starred in The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part, The Angry Birds Movie 2, The Turning, and Home Before Dark. Critics loved her recent role as Young Helena in The Marsh King’s Daughter.
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Hala Finley
Born on May 18, 2009, Hala Finley is an actress of natural talent and commanding on-screen presence. She gained recognition for her role as Emme Burns in Man with a Plan.
In the movie, she played the youngest daughter of Matt Leblanc’s character. She played Ojo in We Can Be Heroes and Leila in Paradise Highway.
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Anais Lee
Born on January 9, 2007, Anais Lee is an actress, model, and dancer. She made her film debut in Blood Ties, where she portrayed the character of Janie alongside her twin sister, Mirabelle.
She appeared in The Baby-Sitters Club and The Upshaws. She portrayed the younger version of Yara Shahidi’s character in The Sun Is Also a Star.
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Lily Chee
Lily Chee, born on September 19, 2003, is a talented young actress and also has plenty of experience in modeling. She portrayed young Elektra in Daredevil and Britney in Chicken Girls and Other Two.
Lily Chee also played Melanie in an episode of NBC’s New Amsterdam. Her career initially started with modeling as she worked with high-end brands such as Valentino, Ralph Lauren, and Calvin Klein.
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Millie Bobby Brown
Born on February 19, 2004, Millie Bobby Brown gained international fame for her outstanding role as Eleven in Stranger Things. Her raw portrayal of the character, a young girl with psychokinetic abilities has earned her several award nominations.
She also starred as Madison Russel in Godzilla: King of the Monsters and in its sequel too. Millie was also the star of Enola Holmes, both the original and the sequel.
Millie Bobby Brown is now looking forward to other roles. Check out Millie Bobby Brown’s Steps Beyond Stranger Things to find out what the actress is up to.
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Jenna Ortega
Jenna Ortega, the star of Netflix’s popular Wednesday, is a rising star and has become a household name in a short span. Born on September 27, 2002, Jenna started her acting career at a pretty young age.
She was portrayed as a younger version of Jane in Jane the Virgin and then came to her breakout role as Harley Diaz in Stuck in the Middle. Jenna has earned nominations at the Golden Globe, Primetime Emmy, and Screen Actors Guild Awards for her role on Wednesday.
Wednesday has wrapped up filming and is all set for its second season. Read more about the upcoming sequel in Wednesday’s Season 2 Wraps Up Filming to get an update on the upcoming sequel.
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Last Updated: January 27, 2025
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