At a certain point in an average person’s life, they might begin to
consider how there is seemingly no way to catch up to the
accomplishments of celebrities. What might strike this chord even
further is when considering how successful and achieved even the
youngest of celebrities already are.
When you look at this list of people who have achieved great success
so young, it’s hard not to feel particularly unaccomplished. Raking in
millions? Giving back to their community? Engaging in high-profile
friendships and relationships plastered all over magazine stands?
Winning award after award?
While many of us might be happy to simply have enough to pay our
bills each month, this group of young people seems to have it all, each
before the ripe age of only 30. Here are 15 young celebrities who make
us feel unaccomplished.
15. Jennifer Lawrence – Age 25
Far from reaching her 30
th birthday, Jennifer Lawrence already
has an estimated net worth of $75 million, a sum that would make even
the oldest and wisest of successful real-world entrepreneurs feel
insignificant. The Hunger Games alone helped her garner seemingly
billions of fans worldwide in what’s been known as the most successful
young adult franchise since Twilight. Coupled with starring roles in
X-Men and an Oscar win for her leading performance in
Silver Linings Playbook,
J-Law has become a worldwide powerhouse. What’s more, her career shows
no sign of slowing down anytime soon, with the final installment of The
Hunger Games set to be released this November, and another X-Men film in
the works. She is also reportedly writing a screenplay with one of this
summer’s biggest Hollywood comedy newcomers, Amy Schumer.
14. Ariana Grande – Age 22
For such a young woman, Ariana Grande has truly taken the world by storm. She began her career in the Broadway musical
13 before landing a starring role in the Nickelodeon TV series
Victorious.
It’s these early roles that happened to highlight her vocal skills, and
before we knew it, she was releasing her debut studio album,
Yours Truly,
at number one on the US Billboard 200. It wasn’t long before critics
began comparing her wide vocal range to that of superstar Mariah Carey,
and soon enough, she was releasing back-to-back fan favorite hits. But,
she hasn’t made her success all about her. She’s using her power for
good, and has supported countless charities over the years, including
PETA, Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, Stand Up to Cancer and
the Ryan Seacrest Foundation, just to name a few.
13. Zac Efron – Age 27
Zac Efron
is no stranger to success, either. The actor has been on the scene for a
while, getting his first big break with Disney Channel’s
High School Musical movies opposite Vanessa Hudgens. From the start, Zac was a ladies-man of sorts, ultimately setting himself up to score roles in additional romcoms like
That Awkward Moment and
The Lucky One.
His physical appearance has made him a fan favorite. He even won Best
Shirtless Performance at the 2015 MTV Movie Awards for his role in
Neighbors. Beyond his appearance, Zac has won over audiences with his singing voice that was further highlighted in the
Hairspray remake.
12. Emma Watson – Age 25
What began as a reoccurring role in the
Harry Potter movie franchise has skyrocketed Emma Watson
into a household name. To date, Emma has starred in 17 feature films,
positioning her as an undeniable A-lister. She’s also set to take on the
role of Belle in the live-action remake of Disney’s
Beauty and The Beast
– a highly-coveted gig. Beyond her many on-screen appearances, she’s
also taken on a role as a UN Goodwill Ambassador for Women, and has made
the women’s rights movement one of her personal projects. When she
isn’t doing good for the world, it’s possible she might be checking in
on her bank account, which totals an estimated $60 million. No small
chunk of change for such a young woman. Did we mention she’s also a
Brown University graduate? And, yes, she’s squeezed this all in within a
mere quarter century.
11. Miles Teller – Age 28
Starring in an Oscar-nominated film would be any young actor’s dream,
but 2015’s Whiplash was just one of many successful projects under Miles Teller’s belt, including a reoccurring role in franchise films
Divergent and
Fantastic Four.
That said, the actor is certainly bringing in some hefty paychecks.
Beyond his pay, he’s being rightfully awarded. In 2013, he won big at
the Sundance Film Festival, brining home the Dramatic Special Jury Award
for Acting for his role in
The Spectacular Now. And his love life isn’t hurting, either. Miles has been in a relationship with model Keleigh Sperry since 2013.
10. Taylor Swift – Age 25
What hasn’t Taylor Swift exceeded in lately? Her latest album,
1989,
sold more than 3.6 million copies, proving she could very successfully
and seamlessly move from country starlet to pop superstar. Outside of
her music, Taylor is also known for her endorsements with brands like
Diet Coke, Keds and CoverGirl which have made her face a familiar one
across all age groups and has helped her rake in even more money than
any 25-year-old would know what to do with. In fact, her total net worth
comes in at an estimated $260 million.
But, monetary success is just the tip of the iceberg. Taylor has also
helped out her fellow musicians by becoming an outspoken critic of
Spotify’s streaming service, and has been the ring-leader in demanding
Apple pay artists during their service’s free trial month. Not to
mention, Taylor has made all of us envious with her squad of insanely
famous and beautiful celebrity friends, and has dated some of the most
desirable young men in entertainment, including Harry Styles, Jake Gyllenhaal, and John Mayer.
9. Justin Bieber – Age 21
Justin Bieber
has had quite his fair share of ups and downs since he first hit
stardom nearly a decade ago, but seems to have landed back on his feet
in 2015, making amends with the public and releasing two
highly-successful singles,
Where Are U Now? an
d What Do You Mean?
Beyond his many accomplishments that made him a well-known child star
years ago, he’s gone on to monopolize social media in a way many others
in the industry – and even giant worldwide corporations – have not been
able to achieve.
As of this year, he has won a total of 195 awards, from American
Music Awards to Billboard Music Awards. He even won an MTV Movie Award
for his 3-D concert film,
Justin Bieber: Never Say Never. And, despite his short absence from music, his net worth still totals a very desirable $200 million.
8. Bruno Mars – Age 29
Singer/songwriter Bruno Mars
has two Grammy awards under his belt, but something tells us this is
just the beginning for the young star. He’s already managed to
accomplish something even the most successful of musicians will only be
able to dream of, starring as part of a Super Bowl Half-time Show. In
fact, his performance managed to make him the youngest half-time
headliner of all time.
Following the performance, his album,
Unorthodox Jukebox,
soared to double platinum. In addition to his Grammy wins, Bruno has
raked in numerous other awards, including two Brit Awards and three MTV
Europe Music Awards. And when it comes to his singles – the man has
consistently been on his game. According to the International Federation
of Phonographic Industry, his songs
Just the Way You Are and
Grenade are two of the most sold, digitally, singles of all time.
7. Rihanna – Age 27
Since being signed by Jay-Z in 2004, Rihanna’s career has continued to warp full-speed ahead. Her very first single,
Pon de Replay, reached no. 2 on Billboards Hot 100, making way for countless subsequent top singles. Between radio hits such as
We Found Love and
Diamonds,
Rihanna’s music has become a staple on radio stations and in bars,
clubs, parties and the like. Not to mention, she’s collaborated with
some of the biggest names in the business, including Eminem and Kanye West.
And just like Justin Bieber, Rihanna has been able to connect with
her fans via social media in a way unlike many others. Beyond her
musical achievements, Rihanna has worked with huge brands like Armani
and Dior. And, like others on this list, she’s made it a point to give
back where needed, supporting various charities and foundations
including the Believe Foundation, UNICEF and the Red Cross.
6. Kendall Jenner – Age 19
How is Kendall Jenner
only 19 years old? Her face is seen almost everywhere, from TV to
magazines and billboards, spanning all seven continents. The model and
TV personality’s career dates back to the early 2000s when she began
appearing on hit reality show
Keeping Up With the Kardashians. It was only in recent years that she began her modeling career.
She has since blossomed into a full-fledged supermodel, walking
runways for top brands including Chanel, Givenchy, Balmain, Dolce and
Gabbana, Fendi, and many more. Jenner is also the face of campaigns for
Estee Lauder and Calvin Klein all the while remaining a main fixture in
the Kardashian’s on-going show and spin-offs, reminding us all how
fresh-faced and humble she is (particularly in comparison to the rest of
her family!).
5. Lena Dunham – Age 29
Lena Dunham
has worn countless hats leading to her young success, including
television direction, producer, screenwriter, actor, film director and
author. She is the mastermind behind HBO’s hit show,
Girls,
which resonates deeply with many in her age group. That show alone has
garnered Lena with eight Emmy nominations and won her two Golden Globes.
Thanks to the show’s success, Lena became the first female recipient of
a Director’s Guild Award for Outstanding Director in a Comedy Series.
Last year, her first memoir,
Not That Kind of Girl: A Young Woman Tells You What She’s ‘Learned,’
was widely praised for its anecdotes on everything from childhood
friendships to adult romantic relationships. She also recently
co-launched a weekly newsletter – Lenny – aimed at young women, which
highlights topics related to feminism, style, health, politics,
friendship and more.
4. Liam Hemsworth – Age 25
Liam Hemsworth is
the kind of man that makes every woman swoon, and every man wonder why
he can’t have quite such a perfect physique. Not only is he easy on the
eyes, he’s also very accomplished for his age, having played a major
role in
The Hunger Games franchise alongside Jennifer Lawrence. He first crossed our radar when he starred opposite Miley Cyrus in
The Last Song
in 2010 and made ladies around the world fall in love. But there’s much
more to Liam besides looks and fame. He is also the ambassador of the
Australia Childhood Foundation, which helps children who have suffered
from child abuse, neglect and family violence. Next up for Liam – a role
in the highly-anticipated sequel to
Independence Day set to be released in 2016.
3. Ed Sheeran – Age 24
Ed Sheeran’s
musical sounds are so positively-favorable that he was able to hit no. 1
on the iTunes charts before he was even signed to a record label. His
career took off quickly, and to date he’s won a total of 46 awards.
Despite his non-traditional version of handsomeness, he’s become a
heartthrob among the ladies, mostly due to his sweet and romantic lyrics
and voice. Regardless of how famous he’s become, he continues to give
off an aura of being quite down-to-earth – yet another reason fans feel
they can relate to him, and part of the reason he’s shot to fame in just
a handful of years. It’s estimated he’s worth a whopping $35 million,
and makes it a point to use his fame and fortune to benefit others. For
exampled, this year he made headlines when he donated his Grammy
wardrobe to the St. Elizabeth Hospice charity shop – raising thousands
to help provide hospice care for those local to Framlingham, England.
2. Selena Gomez – Age 23
Selena Gomez began her acting career starring on
Barney and Friends as a young child, but really became well known when she took on the main role in Disney Channel’s
Wizards of Waverly Place. Overtime, the actress expanded to singing, and recorded many top hits such as
Love You Like a Love Song and her most recent single,
Good For You.
Beyond her career, Selena received added fame when she began dating
Justin Bieber at the peak of his teenage years. She’s another celebrity
who has triumphantly turned her career successes into a direct benefit
for those in need. Selena has been a long-time supporter of UNICEF, and
became an official ambassador for the organization in 2009.
1. Miley Cyrus – Age 22
Having a famous father most certainly didn’t hurt Miley Cyrus, who was brought into the Hollywood spotlight early on in life, securing her own television show
Hanna Montana on
the Disney Channel. The show managed to showcase her singing ability as
well, and, in turn, brought her success in the music world. Though she
spurred her fair share of controversy, Miley has proven to maintain her
stardom. Today the singer/actress is worth an estimated $160 million and
can be found on covers of magazines regularly
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