If it seems like the in-crowd of Hollywood never changes, remember this: once upon a time, Angelina Jolie was playing second fiddle to the better-known Winona Ryder in 'Girl, Interrupted' and only a few years ago, Amy Adams was an unknown with a three-episode arc on 'The Office.' Sometimes it's easy to predict the big stars of the new year - it seems obvious that Anna Kendrick's popularity is poised to explode, with a handful of award nominations for her 'Up in the Air' performance and two big movies in 2010. Who else is likely to climb the ladder this year? PopEater picks the most likely candidates for sudden stardom in 2010 after the jump.
Amanda Seyfried Age: 24 She's been in: 'Jennifer's Body,' 'Big Love,' 'Veronica Mars' Why 2010 is her year:She played the young lead in 'Mamma Mia!' but most of Seyfried's roles have been sidekicks to bigger stars. This year, Seyfried is starring is three big movies - 'Dear John' with dreamy hunk Channing Tatum, 'Letters to Juliet' with Vanessa Redgrave, and erotic thriller 'Chloe' with Liam Neeson and Julianne Moore.
Mr. Hudson Age: 30 Album: Straight No Chaser Why 2010 is his year: Ben Hudson is a British R&B/pop artist currently signed to Kanye West's record label. The famously egomaniacal West told MTV recently: "I believe Mr. Hudson has the potential to be bigger than me, to be one of the most important artists of his generation." Who are we to ignore that kind of endorsement?
Jaden Smith Age: 11 He's been in: 'The Day the Earth Stood Still,' 'The Pursuit of Happyness,' Jada Pinkett Smith's womb Why 2010 is his year:If his impressive pedigree weren't enough, Will Smith's son Jaden will star in the much-discussed 'Karate Kid' remake this year, co-starring Jackie Chan as his wise, kung fu mentor.
Ashley Greene Age: 22 She's been in: 'Twilight,' 'New Moon' Why 2010 is her year: 'Twilight' leads Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson owned 2009, but the supporting cast of the franchise is starting to garner attention. Anna Kendrick's comic turn in 'New Moon' set her up for an important 2010, and Ashley Greene is poised for a big year herself. She'll reprise her role as Alice Cullen in 'Eclipse,' and we'll see her in a handful of new films, including 'The Apparition' and 'Skateland.'
Amber Heard Age: 23 She's been in: 'Hidden Palms,' 'Pineapple Express' Why 2010 is her year:She played Seth Rogen's girlfriend in 'Pineapple Express' and the hot neighbor who tries to bite Jesse Eisenberg in 'Zombieland' - nothing that would make Amber Heard a household name. That's all set to change in 2010, when Heard will play Johnny Depp's love interest in 'The Rum Diary,' a film adaptation of the Hunter S. Thompson novel. She'll also appear in 'And Soon the Darkness' with Karl Urban.
Mark Valley Age: 45 He's been in: 'Fringe,' 'Boston Legal' Why 2010 is his year: Valley's time on 'Fringe' was limited, though the FOX mystery science drama has proven an effective vehicle for his wife Anna Torv. Valley's own time to shine comes in 2010 with a starring role in a heavily-hyped new drama, 'Human Target,' co-starring Chi McBride and Jackie Earle Haley.
Logan Lerman Age: 17 He's been in: 'Jack & Bobby,' '3:10 to Yuma' Why 2010 is his year:This young actor was cast in the title role of upcoming fantasy book adaptation 'Percy Jackson & the Olympians,' directed by Chris Columbus - the same guy who helmed the first two 'Harry Potter' movies. If 'Percy Jackson' does as well as some predict, we could be looking at the next Daniel Radcliffe in Lerman.
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for Amanda Seyfried, Mean Girls should've been listed too, I think she was in that more than she was in the first season of Veronica Mars, her character was a big influence but SHE was barely on the show (being dead and all).
I just think it's funny that Logan Lerman and Amanda Seyfried have been around for so long but they're just now "breakout" stars.
How could you do a breakout list and forget to mention Precious star Gabby Sibide? Does her weight and looks exclude her from being here. Seems like you missed the boat or you didn't see the movie.
Will Smith's kid looks more like a woman on crack;even black woman don't have fro's from 1972. And if he is like is awful father,and awful actor to boot. If they remake the Karate Kid,I hope no one sees it. Hollywood has no imagination;keeps turning out yesteryear movies that are crappier then the remakes!!
what the f is wrong with you people? How lame and pathetic do you have to be to spend your time saying vile things about an 11 year old child? get a life
as far as women go, amanda seyfried is amazing. she's talented and beautiful! as far as the men go, where is alex o'loughlin? he was awesome in moonlight. still can't believe they cancelled that with the whole vampire craze going on and i love him in hawaii 5-0. i hope he stays around for a long time!
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Yes she should get full custody of the children.
What a lot of readers don't realize is that with sole custody goes a long with reasonable visitation to Charlie.
He's not totally out of the family picture.
However this time, it's going to take great lenths to convince domestic violence authorites he "Charlie" is a reansonable prudent person.
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for Amanda Seyfried, Mean Girls should've been listed too, I think she was in that more than she was in the first season of Veronica Mars, her character was a big influence but SHE was barely on the show (being dead and all).
I just think it's funny that Logan Lerman and Amanda Seyfried have been around for so long but they're just now "breakout" stars.
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How could you do a breakout list and forget to mention Precious star Gabby Sibide?
Does her weight and looks exclude her from being here.
Seems like you missed the boat or you didn't see the movie.
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I hope that Lerman IS the next Daniel radcliffe lol but I am a HUGE fan of the Percy Jackson series. I love Rick's work, he is AMAZING!
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Will Smith's kid looks more like a woman on crack;even black woman don't have fro's from 1972. And if he is like is awful father,and awful actor to boot. If they remake the Karate Kid,I hope no one sees it. Hollywood has no imagination;keeps turning out yesteryear movies that are crappier then the remakes!!
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what the f is wrong with you people? How lame and pathetic do you have to be to spend your time saying vile things about an 11 year old child? get a life
Lucy Hale. She was in "Privileged" and "Bionic Woman"
Kat Dennings, she was in 40 Year Old Virgin and Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist.
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I think Brooke Tarnoff should be included on the list!!
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The next big breakout star is "Judd Jugmonger".
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as far as women go, amanda seyfried is amazing. she's talented and beautiful! as far as the men go, where is alex o'loughlin? he was awesome in moonlight. still can't believe they cancelled that with the whole vampire craze going on and i love him in hawaii 5-0. i hope he stays around for a long time!
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