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Rachel McAdams - An Actor to Watch in 2009 (And Beyond)

Rachel McAdams

Rachel McAdams at the 2009 ShoWest Awards.

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What You Might Know Her From:

- Starring in one of the best romantic dramas in years, The Notebook
- The touching indie film The Lucky Ones

Why Rachel McAdams is One to Watch

Every year theater owners and other movie industry types get together at ShoWest in Las Vegas to discuss the state of affairs, and to hand out awards to actors and filmmakers who've made an impact at the box office (or soon will, hopefully). In 2009, ShoWest attendees chose Rachel McAdams as the Female Star of the Year. With State of Play, The Time Traveler's Wife, and Sherlock Holmes all launching in theaters in '09, their selection of McAdams was definitely appropriate. Just 30 years old, McAdams could quite possibly have a career defining year in 2009.

More on Rachel McAdams:

- Rachel McAdams Biography
- Rachel McAdams Interviews, Photos and Movies

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