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Biographical info on actresses, including film credits, educational history, and other personal facts.

Kate Beckinsale

Kate Beckinsale went from dramatic roles to fighting vampires in "Underworld."

Halle Berry

Everything you need to know about Academy Award-winning actress Halle Berry.

Selma Blair

Playing supporting and starring roles in indie films has gained Selma Blair a fan following.

Cate Blanchett

Cate Blanchett's an Oscar favorite and is in the record books for earning two acting Oscar nominations in the same year.

Kate Bosworth

Kate Bosworth made her feature film debut as Judith, the doomed young friend, in Robert Redford’s drama "The Horse Whisperer."

Emily Browning

Info on one of the stars of "Lemony Snicket's."

Amanda Bynes

Amanda Bynes gained a following as one of the stars of "All That."

Rose Byrne

Actress Rose Byrne's breakthrough role to mainstream audiences came playing Brad Pitt's love interest in "Troy."

Erika Christensen

Get the facts on this rising young actress.

Lynn Collins

Texas actress arrived on the scene playing a starring role opposite Al Pacino and Joseph Fiennes in "The Merchant of Venice."

Penelope Cruz

Spanish actress Penelope Cruz has worked with Johnny Depp, Tom Cruise, and Matt Damon.

Alexa Davalos

Alexa Davalos makes her feature film debut with "The Chronicles of Riddick."

Rosario Dawson

The star of big budget and indie films, Rosario Dawson is a frequent collaborator with Spike Lee.

Kat Dennings

Her unusual looks help her stand out from the crowd, but it's her talent that really gets her noticed.

Hilary Duff

Hilary Duff became a teen sensation starring in "Lizzie McGuire."

Kirsten Dunst

This former child model has built an impressive resume mixing indies with major studio projects.

Megan Fox

Info on "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" hottie Megan Fox.

Sarah Michelle Gellar

Acting since she was a child, it was Sarah Michelle Gellar's role in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" that really gained her recognition.

Melissa George

Info on actress Melissa George, the star of "The Amityville Horror" remake.

Selena Gomez

The young star of "Wizards of Waverly Place" is building up quite a fan following.

Eva Green

Biography of French actress Eva Green from "Kingdom of Heaven."

Anne Hathaway

Anne Hathaway gained recognition in "The Princess Diaries."

Katie Holmes

TV star and movie actress Katie Holmes made it big with her role in "Dawson's Creek."

Scarlett Johansson

Scarlett Johansson first gained recognition by starring in Robert Redford's dramatic movie, "The Horse Whisperer."

Angelina Jolie

This critically acclaimed thespian comes from a family of actors.

Milla Jovovich

The star of the "Resident Evil" movies started off as a model.

Ashley Judd

Daughter of singer Naomi Judd and sister of singer Wynonna Judd.

Keira Knightley

Keira Knightley will probably always be known for her starring role in the "Pirates of the Caribbean" film franchise.

Chiaki Kuriyama

American movie fans will recognize Chiaki Kuriyama from her role in "Kill Bill: Vol. 1."

Olga Kurylenko

Biography of Bond Girl Olga Kurylenko.

Lindsay Lohan

Lindsay Lohan known as much for her acting credits as she is for her wild off-screen behavior.

Blake Lively

Blake Lively burst onto the scene in "Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants."

Jena Malone

Steering clear of 'normal' teen movies, Jena Malone has always gone for the edgier roles.

Rachel McAdams

In her 20s, Rachel McAdams is still able to play high school hotties.

Christina Milian

Info on actress/singer Christina Milian including personal facts and movie credits.

Sienna Miller

Sienna Miller makes her big screen debut with "Alfie."

Carrie-Anne Moss

Details on the female star of "The Matrix" movies.

Brittany Murphy

Almost unrecognizable since co-starring in "Clueless" with Alicia Silverstone, Brittany Murphy can do drama and play goofy.

Ellen Page

Ellen Page picked up her first Academy Award nomination for "Juno."

Hayden Panettiere

Acting since the age of 11 months, Hayden Panettiere's put together an impressive resume at a young age.

Anna Popplewell

Anna Popplewell plays Susan in the first two "Narnia" movies.

Maggie Q

Maggie Q made her American film debut in "Mission Impossible III."

Natasha Richardson

Biography of actress Natasha Richardson who passed away on March 18, 2009 following a fall on a ski slope.

Emma Roberts

Biography of actress Emma Roberts, the star of "Nancy Drew," "Aquamarine," and "Hotel for Dogs."

Rebecca Romijn

Info on actress Rebecca Romijn including personal facts and movie credits.

Meg Ryan

Once the reigning queen of romantic comedies, Meg Ryan progressed to edgier roles later in her career.

Zoe Saldana

Zoe Saldana made waves as the only female pirate in "Pirates of the Caribbean."

Ashley Scott

Info on the bikini clad star of "Into the Blue."

Kristen Stewart

Kristen Stewart upped her fanbase with a starring role in the teenage vampire love story "Twilight."

Julia Stiles

She gained fame in teen movies such as "10 Things I Hate About You" and "Save the Last Dance."

Charlize Theron

Charlize Theron won an Oscar for her role in "Monster."

Uma Thurman

The star of "Kill Bill," Thurman can take on just about any film genre.

Alexa Vega

Alexa Vega made a name for herself in the "Spy Kids" franchise.

Cerina Vincent

Cerina Vincent began her career as a dancer, singer, and actress in her mother's ballet studio at the age of four.

Emma Watson

Find out all about the young female star of the "Harry Potter" films.

Naomi Watts

Movie news and personal facts for Naomi Watts.

Kate Winslet

Info on one of the most talented actresses of her generation.

Reese Witherspoon

Info on actress/producer/mother Reese Witherspoon.

Evan Rachel Wood

Evan Rachel Wood is best known for her starring role as Sela Ward and Billy Campbell’s sensitive daughter Jesse in ABC’s critically acclaimed drama series “Once and Again.”

Renee Zellweger

Info on this Academy Award-winning actress.

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