Dakota Fanning

Breakthrough in 'I Am Sam'

Starred alongside Sean Penn in 'I Am Sam,' earning critical acclaim and becoming the youngest SAG Award nominee at age 7. This role established her as an exceptional child actress.

'War of the Worlds' Box Office Success

Starred opposite Tom Cruise in Spielberg's 'War of the Worlds,' which grossed over $600 million worldwide. This cemented her status as a bankable young star in major Hollywood productions.

'The Runaways' Transition Role

Played a teen rocker in 'The Runaways,' successfully transitioning from child to adult roles. This period marked her navigation of the challenging shift many child actors struggle with.

'Twilight' Franchise Conclusion

Completed her role in the blockbuster 'Twilight' saga as Jane, exposing her to the franchise's massive global fanbase. This maintained her visibility during her transition years.

'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood'

Appeared in Quentin Tarantino's acclaimed film, playing a small but notable role in a major awards contender. This demonstrated her continued relevance in prestige Hollywood projects.

'The Equalizer' TV Series Lead

Starred in multiple episodes of established series and continued steady film work, maintaining a consistent presence in the industry. Her career remained solid though without major breakthroughs.

Established Working Actress

Continues as a respected, steadily working actress with a successful transition from child star to adult performer. While not an A-list superstar, she's well-known, maintains strong industry reputation, and is recognizable to mainstream audiences for her extensive body of work.