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Nicki Aycox
Nicki Aycox is known for her recurring story arch as Julie Bowen’s younger sister on the acclaimed NBC series "Ed."

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.

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."

Keisha Castle-Hughes
The star of "Whale Rider," Keisha Castle-Hughes was honored with an Oscar nomination for Best Actress.

Erika Christensen
Get the facts on this rising young actress.

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.

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.

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.

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 brokethrough with her role in "Bend It Like Beckham."

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

Lindsay Lohan
Lindsay Lohan's making a name for herself in teen movies, including "The Parent Trap" and "Freaky Friday."

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.

Sarah Polley
Known for indie films, some were shocked when Sarah Polley took a starring role in "Dawn of the Dead."

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."

Rebecca Romijn-Stamos
Info on actress Rebecca Romijn-Stamos 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.

Ludivine Sagnier
Thanks to "Swimming Pool," Americans have met France’s fastest rising star, Ludivine Sagnier.

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."

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.

Sofia Vergara
Sofia Vergara is a red-hot Hispanic TV star.

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.

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.