Actresses You Won’t Believe Are Turning 30 Next Year

The year 1996 was a significant time for pop culture and the arrival of future Hollywood stars. A remarkable number of talented women born in that year are set to celebrate their 30th birthdays in 2026. These actresses have already made major impacts in film and television with decades of combined experience. It is surprising to see these performers reach this milestone given their youthful energy and recent roles.

Zendaya

This former Disney Channel star has evolved into one of the most influential figures in Hollywood today. She garnered critical acclaim and two Emmy Awards for her portrayal of Rue Bennett in the HBO series ‘Euphoria’. Her film career includes major blockbusters such as ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ and the science fiction epic ‘Dune’. She recently captivated audiences with her performance in the sports drama ‘Challengers’.

Florence Pugh

Florence Pugh burst onto the international scene with her intense performance in ‘Lady Macbeth’. She solidified her status as a leading actress with roles in ‘Midsommar’ and Greta Gerwig’s adaptation of ‘Little Women’. Marvel fans recognize her as Yelena Belova in ‘Black Widow’ and the ‘Hawkeye’ series. Her recent work includes a starring role in the highly anticipated sequel ‘Dune: Part Two’.

Anya Taylor-Joy

Anya Taylor-Joy gained initial recognition for her role in the period horror film ‘The Witch’. She reached global stardom with her portrayal of chess prodigy Beth Harmon in the Netflix miniseries ‘The Queen’s Gambit’. Her diverse filmography includes ‘The Menu’ and the psychological thriller ‘Split’. She recently took on the iconic role of Furiosa in the ‘Mad Max’ saga prequel.

Hailee Steinfeld

Hailee Steinfeld earned an Academy Award nomination at age 13 for her performance in the western ‘True Grit’. She demonstrated her musical and comedic talents in the ‘Pitch Perfect’ franchise before joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Kate Bishop in ‘Hawkeye’. She voiced the character Gwen Stacy in the critically acclaimed animated film ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’. Fans also know her from the Apple TV+ series ‘Dickinson’ where she played the titular poet.

Sophie Turner

Sophie Turner spent her formative years in the public eye portraying Sansa Stark on the massive hit series ‘Game of Thrones’. This role earned her an Emmy nomination and international fame over the course of eight seasons. She famously played the mutant Jean Grey in ‘X-Men: Apocalypse’ and ‘Dark Phoenix’. Her recent work includes the crime drama miniseries ‘The Staircase’.

Abigail Breslin

Abigail Breslin captured hearts as a child star with her Oscar-nominated role in ‘Little Miss Sunshine’. She successfully transitioned to adult roles with performances in ‘Zombieland’ and the horror-comedy series ‘Scream Queens’. Her extensive career spans over two decades of work in both independent films and major studio productions. She recently starred in the crime drama ‘Stillwater’ alongside Matt Damon.

Dove Cameron

Dove Cameron became a household name through her dual role in the Disney Channel series ‘Liv and Maddie’. She showcased her singing and acting abilities in the popular ‘Descendants’ franchise as the daughter of Maleficent. She earned critical praise for her work in the musical comedy series ‘Schmigadoon!’ on Apple TV+. Her career continues to expand with roles in films like ‘Vengeance’.

Lili Reinhart

Lili Reinhart is best known for her portrayal of Betty Cooper on the long-running CW series ‘Riverdale’. She starred in and executive produced the Amazon Prime Video romantic drama ‘Chemical Hearts’. Her film credits include a standout role in the crime drama ‘Hustlers’ alongside Jennifer Lopez. She continues to balance her acting career with production projects.

Kaitlyn Dever

Kaitlyn Dever garnered widespread praise for her lead role in the coming-of-age comedy ‘Booksmart’. She delivered a powerful performance in the miniseries ‘Unbelievable’ which earned her a Golden Globe nomination. Her work in the drama series ‘Dopesick’ further established her as a dramatic heavyweight. She recently joined the cast of the acclaimed HBO series ‘The Last of Us’.

Emma Mackey

Emma Mackey found breakout success as the rebellious Maeve Wiley in the Netflix series ‘Sex Education’. She appeared in the mystery film ‘Death on the Nile’ directed by Kenneth Branagh. Her portrayal of writer Emily Brontë in the biographical drama ‘Emily’ received positive reviews. She also held a role in the massive box office hit ‘Barbie’.

Kathryn Newton

Kathryn Newton played the rebellious daughter in the acclaimed HBO series ‘Big Little Lies’. She starred in the horror-comedy ‘Freaky’ where she swapped bodies with a serial killer. Marvel audiences know her as Cassie Lang in ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’. She continues to be a prominent face in the horror and comedy genres.

Sasha Pieterse

Sasha Pieterse is globally recognized for her role as Alison DiLaurentis in the mystery series ‘Pretty Little Liars’. She started her career at a very young age in ‘The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl’. She later reprised her famous role in the spinoff series ‘Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists’. Her recent work includes production ventures and lifestyle content.

Ella Balinska

Ella Balinska gained international attention as one of the leads in the 2019 reboot of ‘Charlie’s Angels’. She starred in the Netflix action series ‘Resident Evil’ based on the popular video game franchise. Her athletic background often lands her physically demanding roles in the action genre. She recently appeared in the thriller ‘Run Sweetheart Run’.

Sarah Jeffery

Sarah Jeffery is known for her role as Maggie Vera in the reboot of the fantasy series ‘Charmed’. She gained initial popularity as Princess Audrey in the Disney Channel ‘Descendants’ movies. She also appeared as Jennifer Lopez’s daughter in the police drama ‘Shades of Blue’. Her work spans voice acting and live-action television.

Courtney Eaton

Courtney Eaton made her acting debut as Cheedo the Fragile in the action masterpiece ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’. She played a key role in the fantasy film ‘Gods of Egypt’ shortly after her debut. She currently stars as the teenage version of Lottie Matthews in the hit Showtime series ‘Yellowjackets’. Her performance contributes to the show’s tense and mysterious atmosphere.

Tati Gabrielle

Tati Gabrielle gained popularity as Prudence Blackwood in the supernatural horror series ‘Chilling Adventures of Sabrina’. She played the villainous Jo Braddock in the adventure film ‘Uncharted’. Penn Badgley’s character faced her as Marienne Bellamy in the psychological thriller series ‘You’. She continues to secure roles in high-profile streaming projects.

Maria Bakalova

Maria Bakalova received an Academy Award nomination for her breakout role in ‘Borat Subsequent Moviefilm’. She became the first Bulgarian actress to be nominated for an Oscar in an acting category. She starred in the horror-comedy ‘Bodies Bodies Bodies’ produced by A24. Her voice can be heard as Cosmo the Spacedog in ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’.

Chase Sui Wonders

Chase Sui Wonders starred in the slasher comedy ‘Bodies Bodies Bodies’ alongside a strong ensemble cast. She played a lead role in the HBO Max dramedy series ‘Generation’. She appeared in the Apple TV+ crime drama ‘City on Fire’. Her career in independent film and television continues to rise.

Barbie Ferreira

Barbie Ferreira is best known for her role as Kat Hernandez in the HBO teen drama ‘Euphoria’. She starred in the road trip comedy ‘Unpregnant’ released on HBO Max. Her early career involved modeling which influenced her transition into acting. She recently appeared in the horror film ‘Nope’ directed by Jordan Peele.

Ella Purnell

Ella Purnell captivates audiences as Jackie Taylor in the survival drama ‘Yellowjackets’. She voiced the character Jinx in the critically acclaimed animated series ‘Arcane’. She recently starred as Lucy MacLean in the Amazon Prime Video adaptation of ‘Fallout’. Her diverse roles span across horror, drama, and science fiction.

Katherine Langford

Katherine Langford gained worldwide fame for her role as Hannah Baker in the Netflix series ’13 Reasons Why’. She starred in the mystery film ‘Knives Out’ as part of an all-star ensemble cast. She headlined the fantasy drama series ‘Cursed’ based on Arthurian legend. She earned a Golden Globe nomination early in her career for her breakout television performance.

Violett Beane

Violett Beane played the speedster Jesse Quick in the superhero series ‘The Flash’. She starred in the CBS comedy-drama ‘God Friended Me’ for two seasons. She recently took on the lead role in the mystery series ‘Death and Other Details’. Her television career includes recurring roles in various network dramas.

Brianna Hildebrand

Brianna Hildebrand is best known for her role as Negasonic Teenage Warhead in the ‘Deadpool’ film series. She starred as a grieving teenager in the Netflix series ‘Trinkets’. She appeared in the horror-comedy ‘Tragedy Girls’ which developed a cult following. Her characters often feature a sardonic wit and tough exterior.

Samantha Logan

Samantha Logan is a series regular on the CW sports drama ‘All American’. She had a recurring role on the Netflix series ’13 Reasons Why’. She appeared in the drama film ‘The Empty Man’. Her television credits include roles on ‘Teen Wolf’ and ‘The Fosters’.

Stefanie Scott

Stefanie Scott starred as Quinn Brenner in the supernatural horror film ‘Insidious: Chapter 3’. Disney Channel fans remember her as Lexi Reed in the series ‘A.N.T. Farm’. She appeared in the crime thriller ‘Small Town Crime’. Her career successfully bridges the gap between youth programming and adult thriller genres.

Brittany O’Grady

Brittany O’Grady gained recognition as a main cast member in the musical drama series ‘Star’. She appeared in the first season of the acclaimed anthology series ‘The White Lotus’. She starred in the Amazon Prime Video thriller ‘The Consultant’. Her roles often involve complex dynamics and suspenseful storytelling.

Liana Liberato

Liana Liberato delivered a powerful performance in the drama film ‘Trust’ at a young age. She played a lead role in the supernatural thriller series ‘Light as a Feather’. She appeared in the horror franchise installment ‘Scream VI’. Her extensive filmography includes both romantic dramas and intense thrillers.

Kelli Berglund

Kelli Berglund starred as a bionic teenager in the Disney XD series ‘Lab Rats’. She plays Crystal Tyler in the wrestling drama series ‘Heels’. She appeared in the crime drama film ‘Cherry’ directed by the Russo brothers. Her transition to adult roles has been marked by gritty and dramatic projects.

Leah Lewis

Leah Lewis starred as the lead in the Netflix coming-of-age film ‘The Half of It’. She voices the character Ember Lumen in the Pixar animated film ‘Elemental’. She played George Fan in the mystery series ‘Nancy Drew’. Her work showcases her range in both live-action drama and voice acting.

Kim Hye-yoon

Kim Hye-yoon rose to fame with her compelling performance in the satirical drama ‘Sky Castle’. She starred as the lead in the fantasy romance ‘Extraordinary You’. She received critical acclaim for her role in the film ‘The Girl on a Bulldozer’. She recently captivated audiences in the time-slip romance ‘Lovely Runner’.

Marisa Abela

Marisa Abela stars as Yasmin Kara-Hanani in the financial drama ‘Industry’. She portrayed the late singer Amy Winehouse in the biopic ‘Back to Black’. She appeared in the political thriller series ‘COBRA’. Her work has received praise for its raw intensity and emotional complexity.

Rosabell Laurenti Sellers

Rosabell Laurenti Sellers is known for her role as Tyene Sand in ‘Game of Thrones’. She voiced the lead character in the children’s series ‘Mia and Me’. She starred in the environmental thriller ‘The Swarm’. Her career spans productions across Italy, the UK, and the US.

Ruby O. Fee

Ruby O. Fee is a German actress known for her roles in international productions. She starred in the Netflix heist film ‘Army of Thieves’. She appeared in the action film ‘Polar’ alongside Mads Mikkelsen. Her work includes various German television series and films.

Synnøve Karlsen

Synnøve Karlsen played the lead role in the BBC thriller series ‘Clique’. She starred in Edgar Wright’s psychological horror film ‘Last Night in Soho’. She appeared in the historical drama series ‘Medici’. Her roles often involve dark mysteries and psychological tension.

Fivel Stewart

Fivel Stewart is known for her role as Izzie in the Netflix series ‘Atypical’. She starred in the supernatural horror film ‘Umma’ produced by Sam Raimi. She appeared in the spy series ‘The Recruit’. Her background includes martial arts which she utilizes in action-oriented roles.

Sarah Grey

Sarah Grey starred as Alyssa Drake in the Netflix horror drama ‘The Order’. She played the character Stargirl in ‘DC’s Legends of Tomorrow’. She appeared in the ‘Power Rangers’ movie reboot. Her television work includes various guest appearances in genre shows.

McKaley Miller

McKaley Miller had a recurring role on the CW series ‘Hart of Dixie’. She appeared in the psychological horror film ‘Ma’ starring Octavia Spencer. She acted in the comedy series ‘Scream Queens’. Her career includes a mix of television dramas and feature films.

Madison Davenport

Madison Davenport starred in the television adaptation of ‘From Dusk Till Dawn’. She played a key role in the HBO miniseries ‘Sharp Objects’. She appeared in the ‘Black Mirror’ episode ‘Rachel, Jack and Ashley Too’. Her acting credits span from childhood roles to complex adult characters.

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