Several actors have created memorable and entertaining films since the releases of Once Upon a Time in America and Cruella which fans will forever cherish. Several actors will maintain special places in our hearts but others are building their reputation through their perseverance. The public often wonders about the aging process of famous celebrities. This piece showcases several major movie stars as we present our list of chosen celebrities. Keep scrolling!
Catherine O’Hara
Remember Kate, Kevin’s caring mother? Yes, you got it right. We’re talking about the famous movie Home Alone. That clever boy’s mom was played by Catherine O’Hara.
Her first film was Beetlejuice. She was born on March 4th, 1954. Today, she’s 67 years old and still going strong. Her most recent project was Schitt’s Creek, in which she played the matriarchal character for six seasons alongside Eugene Levy.
Rachel McAdams
This famous actress who is adored by all for her role in The Notebook started her acting career in 2001. Rachel McAdams’ first role was in Shotgun Love Dolls. She made her breakthrough after appearing in Mean Girls.
Later, she starred in popular movies like Game Night, About Time, The Vow, and Disobedience. She last acted in a series called What If…? and Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga. She signed up for Are You There, God? It’s Me, Margaret and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
Bradley Cooper
Fans of Bradley Cooper obviously know that the heartthrob is an award-winning actor but what many might not be aware of is the fact that he got his start as a guest part on an episode of Sex and the City.
From there, his career completely took off. Over the years, Cooper’s films have grossed $11 billion worldwide! Now, that’s impressive. If anyone is itching to see the actor on the silver screen once again, he’s expected to reprise his role as Rocket Racoon in the upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy 3.
Anne Hathaway
If the downfall of every great man is a woman, then Anne Hathaway is definitely one of those women. This beauty started her career in The Princess Diaries as Mia Thermopolis — a regular, sweet teen that could not have been played by anyone else other than Hathaway. She has appeared in many movies since, often as the lead character.
So far, she has played dozens of different characters that have captivated her fans. Recently, she played Leah in a series named Solos, which was released on Amazon Prime this year.
Natalie Portman
Natalie Portman has acted as the go-to girl when it came to profound, mysterious, and powerful characters. Her acting in Black Swan brought her much fame. No Strings Attached, Thor, Black Swan, Star Wars, The Other Woman, and V for Vendetta are some of her extraordinary works.
Natalie Portman also starred in the Avengers series for some time and was announced to star in Thor: Love and Thunder, which is scheduled for 2022.
Kate Hudson
Kate Hudson is an American actress, fashion entrepreneur, and author. Her appearance in 200 Cigarettes in 1999 caught everyone’s attention.
She made her breakthrough after appearing in the movie Almost Famous in 2000. Her popular works are Bride Wars, Fool’s Gold, Desert Blue, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, and The Skeleton Key. Her more recent works include — Truth Be Told, Mona Lisa, and the Blood Moon. Kate has signed up for Shiver and Knives Out 2.
Johnny Depp
After he made his debut in A Nightmare on Elm Street, Johnny Depp instantly became a teen idol. A critically-acclaimed actor, Depp has starred and appeared in films of all different genres. Still, kids of the younger generation primarily recognize him as Captain Jack Sparrow from the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise.
In recent years, Depp has made headlines due to his tumultuous marriage to ex Amber Heard. Although the drama has certainly taken a toll on both the actor and his career, we hope to see Depp make a resurgence on the big screen sometime soon.
Emma Thompson
Who played the character of Professor Trelawney in Harry Potter? Shockingly, that neglected character was played by Emma Thompson. Dead Again, Sense and Sensibility, Late Night, Men in Black, and The Love Punch are just a few of the notable movies she starred in.
Emma Thompson’s last role was the Baroness in Cruella, for which she was highly praised. Thompson is filming for Good Luck to You and Leo Grande. She is supposed to also appear in the upcoming film Matilda scheduled for 2022.
Daniel Radcliffe
This list would be incomplete without the childhood crush of every ‘00s kid — “The Chosen One” — Daniel Radcliffe. Daniel played the titular character in all of seven Harry Potter films. From 2001 to 2011, he kept the box office hot with back-to-back HP movies.
The boy who lived ruled Hollywood for a long time. Later, he stepped out of his comfort zone and began taking on different, more challenging adult roles. From 2019 to 2021, Radcliffe starred in a show called Miracle Workers. He’s also set to star in Lost City of D, which is currently in post-production.
John Cusack
The heartthrob of the ’80s and ‘90s John Cusack is still admired for his skills and charm. He started his film career in the early ’80s. His real breakthrough happened when he played Walter Gibson in The Sure Thing.
Other notable films include Say Anything, The Grifters, Grosse Pointe Blank, 2012, The Raven, Maps to the Stars, The Factory, The Numbers, and many more. His last movie was in 2018, playing the role of Horace in River Runs Red.
Kevin Bacon
This talented actor started his career in theater at the age of 17. Later, he played various leading roles. Tremors, Flatliners, He Said, She Said, JFK, A Few Good Men, Hollow Man, The Woodsman, and X-Men: First Class are some of his famous works.
Bacon has continued acting throughout the years, racking up quite a few credits along the way. As of today, he’s set to star in two different films — The Toxic Avenger and screenwriter John Logan’s directorial debut.
