We were first introduced to Mia Wasikowska in “Alice in Wonderland” and then in “Jane Eyre,” where her exceptional talent shone through. She became a rising star with many notable performances. However, Mia later decided to leave Hollywood and return to Australia, finding that the LA lifestyle was not quite her cup of tea.
Dane DeHaan was once compared to big names in Hollywood for his talent and style. His role in “The Amazing Spider-Man 2” was seen as the peak of his career, but things took a downturn from there. Despite not achieving widespread fame, he continues to take on roles in projects like “Oppenheimer” and “Dumb Money,” leaving his future in Hollywood uncertain.
Theo James was initially hailed as a future Hollywood superstar after his appearances in “A Passionate Woman” and “Downton Abbey.” Despite trying various genres, including action films and period dramas, his breakthrough moment in the industry still eludes him. Perhaps his role in “White Lotus” will be his ticket to fame, but only time will tell.
AnnaSophia Robb impressed audiences with her performance in “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” gaining recognition as a promising talent in the industry. While she is involved in various projects and causes, her path to stardom has not been smooth. Nonetheless, she continues to work hard, with upcoming projects that may see her return to the limelight.
Eliza Dushku is known for her roles as strong, complex characters, such as Faith in “Buffy: The Vampire Slayer” and Echo in “Dollhouse.” Her affinity for challenging roles may have kept her from mainstream success. Eliza pursued further education and obtained a master’s degree in clinical mental health, showing a willingness to explore options beyond Hollywood.
Wentworth Miller gained fame for his role as Michael Scofield in “Prison Break” and has since taken on a variety of roles in search of his niche. Despite his talent and versatility, he seems to be still figuring out where he fits best in the industry.
His personal life scandals didn’t help with trying to succeed in the industry, and he hasn’t managed to hold on to the glam and fame Hollywood has to offer. After a short career, Miller decided to take a long break, however, he is back on track, and you never know, he might surprise us with some unforgettable role that will force us to delete his name from our list.
Felicity Jones
Felicity Jones started her acting career as a kid. She grew up with just her mother and brother, and she says that growing up that way matured her faster and prepared her for the real world. She was the presenter of “Dolce & Gabbana” in 2012 and has said that fashion shows are just like acting. You put on a costume and play the role.
Jones’s most notable role was in “The Theory of Everything,” however, she never only stuck to acting, and her way of life was not like an average Hollywood star’s. She continues to contribute to the film industry, and although she is not the biggest name around, she is for sure one heck of a talent.
Josh Hutcherson
Josh Hutcherson is well-known for starring in the dystopian franchise “The Hunger Games.” Now, although the show was a huge success, and Hutcherson was one of the biggest names on it, the future didn’t seem to be so bright in regards to the rest of his career.
Maybe it was the choice of roles, or maybe this was just not meant to be for him. The star was born in the early 1990s, so he still has a few years down the line to prove us wrong and try to hit the fame and fortune of the Hollywood way of life.
Isla Fisher
This Irish-Australian actress kicked off her Hollywood career playing Mary Jane in the 2002 movie “Scooby-Doo.” She has really risen to fame since then but hasn’t managed to become the biggest name around. She starred in a number of notable movies, including “Wedding Crashers” and “The Great Gatsby.”
Isla married comedian Sacha Baron Cohen in 2010 and is now a mother of three. Her family life is as strong, maybe even stronger, than her career. One of her most notable roles was that of Rebecca Bloom in the 2009 hit movie “Confessions of a Shopaholic,” and we really hope she is holding something up her sleeve for the future.
Cuba Gooding Jr.
Who can forget Cuba Gooding Jr.’s breakout role in the classic movie “Boyz N Da Hood?” The son of Cuba Gooding Sr. really showed what he was capable of in front of a camera. A few years later, Gooding Jr. had an unforgettable role alongside Tom Cruise in the movie “Jerry Maguire,” most notably for the line “Show me the money!”
As the years progressed, his roles were a lot less consistent in terms of critical reception. Thankfully, though, Cuba reminded us just how good of an actor he can be in great entertaining parts, Emmy-nominated role as OJ in the series “The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story.”
Emma Roberts
Emma Roberts has been everywhere for the past decade or so, first in teenage movies like “Nancy Drew” and “Aquamarine,” and then in indie projects like “Palo Alto,” raunchy comedies like “We’re the Millers” and cheesy rom-coms like “Maybe I Do.” Her TV work includes, most memorably, the “American Horror Story” series and “Scream Queens.”
Emma Roberts is still pursuing an acting career, but her fame has not significantly increased in recent years. In March 2019, she started a relationship with actor Garrett Hedland, known for “TRON: Legacy,” and they had a child together in December 2020 before parting ways in January 2022.
Emma Watson
The Harry Potter series launched many new actors into stardom, including Emma Watson, who played Hermione Granger. Watson faced challenges with the darker themes of the later films, which may have led to her focusing more on writing rather than acting. She is respected for her advocacy for women’s rights.
Ally Sheedy
Ally Sheedy rose to fame in the 1980s, particularly for her role in “The Breakfast Club.” Despite being a promising talent, she chose to pursue a career outside of Hollywood after feeling typecast and restricted in her roles. She is currently a professor in the theater department at a college in New York.
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