Hollywood fame is always changing, influenced by new movies, viral trends, and career achievements. IMDb’s STARmeter chart measures this by tracking what millions of users are searching for, giving a current view of who’s most popular. This week’s list includes both established actors making a comeback and new faces connected to exciting upcoming projects. From big movie casting news to personal stories grabbing headlines, these are the actors and creators everyone is talking about right now.
Taylor Dearden
Taylor Dearden is quickly becoming well-known, especially with her upcoming role in the series ‘The Pitt’ alongside Noah Wyle. She first gained attention for playing a lead role in the MTV series ‘Sweet/Vicious’, where she played a college student who secretly fought crime. She also appeared in the popular drama ‘Breaking Bad’ as Becca, and continues to take on a variety of roles in both popular TV shows and independent films.
Keke Palmer
Keke Palmer continues to be a major star, especially after her memorable role in Jordan Peele’s ‘Nope’. She’s been working in entertainment for twenty years, starting with her first big part in ‘Akeelah and the Bee’. More recently, she’s also been producing and hosting shows, and even won an Emmy for hosting the game show ‘Password’. She has a couple of exciting films coming up, including the heist movie ‘The Pickup’ and the action-comedy ‘Die, My Love’.
Dexter Sol Ansell
Dexter Sol Ansell, a rising star, is getting a lot of attention for his latest role as Aegon V Targaryen in the upcoming ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel, ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’. He’s also known for playing a young Coriolanus Snow in the 2023 film ‘The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes’, and has appeared in ‘Christmas on Mistletoe Farm’ and the series ‘Hullraisers’. Ansell is one of the new actors joining the growing world of television created by author George R.R. Martin.
Morena Baccarin
Morena Baccarin is a familiar actress to fans of sci-fi and superhero stories. She recently returned as Vanessa in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’, but she first became popular for her role as Inara Serra in ‘Firefly’ and the movie ‘Serenity’. She’s also had major roles on television shows like ‘Homeland’ and ‘Gotham’ (as Dr. Leslie Thompkins), and will soon be seen in the new thriller ‘Millers in Marriage’.
Brandon Sklenar
Brandon Sklenar is gaining a lot of attention thanks to his recent roles. He played Atlas Corrigan in the movie ‘It Ends with Us’ and Spencer Dutton in the ‘Yellowstone’ prequel ‘1923,’ where he acted alongside Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren. He’s also been in ‘The Offer’ and the movie ‘Midway,’ and is currently filming ‘Hallowell’.
Emmanuelle Chriqui
Emmanuelle Chriqui is well-known for playing Sloan McQuewick on the HBO series ‘Entourage’. She’s consistently worked in television, and recently appeared as Lana Lang in ‘Superman & Lois’. In movies, she’s been in comedies like ‘You Don’t Mess with the Zohan’ and the horror film ‘Wrong Turn’. She also does voice acting for animated shows and video games.
Emerald Fennell
Emerald Fennell is a talented writer, director, and actress. She’s currently working on a new film adaptation of ‘Wuthering Heights’. She first gained widespread recognition for her critically acclaimed film ‘Promising Young Woman’, for which she won an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay. Her more recent film, ‘Saltburn’, quickly became a popular topic of conversation. In addition to her work behind the camera, Fennell is also an actress, notably playing Camilla Parker Bowles in ‘The Crown’ and Midge in the ‘Barbie’ movie.
Peter Claffey
Peter Claffey is quickly becoming a well-known actor, and he’s landed the main role of Ser Duncan the Tall in the new series ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’. Before acting, he had a career as a professional rugby player with Connacht in Ireland. He’s recently appeared in the Apple TV+ show ‘Bad Sisters’ and the horror-comedy ‘Wreck’, and will also be in the film ‘Small Things Like These’ with Cillian Murphy.
Jessie Buckley
Jessie Buckley is a highly praised actress who’s known for completely immersing herself in her roles in movies like ‘Wild Rose’ and ‘I’m Thinking of Ending Things’. She earned an Academy Award nomination for her work in the film ‘The Lost Daughter’. Recently, she’s been cast in ‘Hamnet’, a movie based on Maggie O’Farrell’s novel. Buckley has a diverse career, appearing in theater, films, and television shows, including a memorable performance in the miniseries ‘Chernobyl’.
Margot Robbie
Margot Robbie is a major force in Hollywood, especially after the huge success of ‘Barbie,’ where she starred and helped produce the film. She first gained international recognition with her role in ‘The Wolf of Wall Street’ and then became well-known for playing Harley Quinn in ‘Suicide Squad.’ Through her production company, LuckyChap Entertainment, she’s been a key player in getting more films with female leads made. Currently, she’s working on several exciting projects, including a prequel to ‘Ocean’s Eleven’.
Sydney Sweeney
Sydney Sweeney has quickly become well-known thanks to her popular TV shows, ‘Euphoria’ and ‘The White Lotus’. She recently both starred in and helped produce the romantic comedy ‘Anyone but You’, which did very well in theaters. She’s continuing to take on leading roles in a variety of films, including the horror movie ‘Immaculate’ and the superhero film ‘Madame Web’. Plus, she’s preparing to play the famous boxer Christy Martin in a new biographical movie.
Brad Pitt
Brad Pitt has been a major star in Hollywood for over thirty years, appearing in many hugely successful films. He won an Academy Award for his performance in ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’ and, as a producer with Plan B Entertainment, has helped create several other Oscar-winning movies. He’s currently working on ‘F1’, a racing film made with the help of real Formula One teams, proving his continued popularity and influence in the industry.
Jacob Elordi
Jacob Elordi has quickly moved from being a teen star in ‘The Kissing Booth’ movies to a respected leading actor. He’s received excellent reviews for playing Elvis Presley in ‘Priscilla’ and for his role in the thriller ‘Saltburn’. He’ll soon be seen as Heathcliff in a new film version of ‘Wuthering Heights’, directed by Emerald Fennell, and continues to star as Nate Jacobs in the hit HBO series ‘Euphoria’.
Constance Zimmer
As a huge TV fan, I’ve always been impressed by Constance Zimmer. She’s just fantastic – especially in shows like ‘UnREAL’ and ‘House of Cards’. I remember being completely captivated by her performance as Quinn King, and it wasn’t a surprise to see her nominated for an Emmy! You might also recognize her from ‘Entourage’ and ‘Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.’, where she consistently delivers strong work. What’s really exciting is that she’s now directing too, taking the reins behind the camera on several dramas. It’s great to see such a talented actress expanding her skills!
James Van Der Beek
James Van Der Beek became well-known worldwide for his role as Dawson in the popular TV show ‘Dawson’s Creek’. Since then, he’s taken on many different acting jobs, even playing a comedic version of himself in the series ‘Don’t Trust the B—- in Apartment 23’. Recently, he shared that he’s been diagnosed with colorectal cancer, and the public has responded with a lot of support. He continues to work steadily in both reality television and scripted shows.
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