Only a few have successful careers in Hollywood, which means only that many can win the hearts of their viewers and listeners.
This list of rising celebrities not only started their careers off strong, but they also have the potential to thrive in the industry.
Yerin Ha
Yerin Ha is an Australian actress known for her performance in the newest season of Netflix’s “Bridgerton” as Sophie Baek. The show made headlines for its reimagining of Regency England. She was cast within the final hours before the start of production in 2024, according to an interview with Shondaland.com.
Acting has long been a passion for Ha, coming from a family deeply rooted in the field. Son Sook, Dean’s grandmother, was a well-known actress in South Korea during the 1960s. Her grandfather and parents also dedicated themselves to theatre.
Her first job after graduating with a degree in musical theatre was on the French American TV show “Reef Break.” She was later cast in other projects, such as Kwan Ha in “Halo”(2022- 2024) and Young Kasha Jinjo in “Dune: Prophecy” (2024).
Ha stardom in Bridgerton continues the lines of both cultural and racial diversity within the industry. Aside from her presence, she incorporated Korean identity into her role, such as changing “Sophie Beckett”, the character’s original surname, to “Sophie Baek”.
McKenna Grace
Unlike others, McKenna Grace has been highly present in the film industry since she was a young child. To many, she is considered the young actress you see everywhere. Now, given her age, she is poised to become one of Hollywood’s biggest actresses, with no signs of slowing down.
At 19 years old, she has starred in multiple movies, including “Gifted” (2017), “I, Tonya” (2017), “Ghostbusters: Afterlife” (2021), “The Handmaid’s Tales” (2021), “Regretting You” (2025), and, most recently, “Scream 7” (2026).
Grace also sings, having multiple singles and an album released in 2023, “Bittersweet 16”.
To balance her filming, Grace was homeschooled with on-set tutors, allowing her to build a resume at an early age. She continues to grow her career into mature roles and expand her skills in acting, singing, and producing.
Olivia Dean
Olivia Dean is an English singer and songwriter, winning the hearts of many with her most recent album, “The Art of Loving”. The work includes multiple of her hit songs like “Man I Need”, “So Easy (To Fall in Love), and “A Couple Minutes”.
After singing in a talent show in primary school, Dean knew then she wanted to be a singer. To overcome her shyness, she took musical theatre lessons. At age 16, she began songwriting, teaching herself guitar and piano.
In April 2021, she was named Amazon Music Breakthrough Artist of the Year, and in November 2023, BBC Music Introducing Artist of the Year.
Her “fresh” and “classy” pop sound resonates with her listeners. She now holds a Grammy for Best New Artist and four Brit Awards, including Artist of the Year and British Album of the Year for “The Art of Loving” in 2026.
Dean is also outspoken in protests against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement during her acceptance speech at the 2026 Grammy Awards. She ended her speech celebrating her Guyanese immigrant roots.
Milo Manheim
Introducing Disney’s “Flynn Rider” in their live-action remake of “Tangled”, Milo Manheim might just be the charming prince everyone needs.
Manheim originally gained recognition in Disney’s “Zombies” franchise as “Zed.” He is also active in musical theatre, starring as “Seymore” in the off-Broadway revival production of “Little Shop of Horrors” in Feb. 2025. Manheim was also featured on season 27 of “Dancing with the Stars,” finishing in second place.
With “Tangled” live-action building excitement, all eyes will be on Manheim and Australian co-star Teagan Croft, who is playing “Rapunzel”. The film has the potential to make Manheim’s career skyrocket.
Coco Jones
Coco Jones is a singer-songwriter who first hit the stage as an actress on Disney. Now, she has developed her own sound in R&B.
Jones was popular on the Disney Channel in the early 2000’s, guest starring on “So Random” (2011) and playing the lead role of “Roxie” in the Disney movie “Let it Shine” (2012). The movie was the most-watched Disney Channel Original Movie that year, becoming her breakthrough in the industry.
Jones signed with Hollywood Records in 2012 and then with Def Jam Recordings in 2022. Her single “ICU” reached the Billboard charts. She won a Grammy for Best R&B Performance for “ICU” in 2024. Her recent album “Why Not More?” was released in 2025.
Damson Idris
Adamson Alade-Bo “Damson” Idris is an English actor best known for starring in FX crime drama “Snowfall” (2017-2023) and playing “Joshua Pearce” in “F1” (2025).
Idris was originally involved in theatre, studying drama, then later earning a BA Honors degree in Theatre, Film and Television. In 2023, he was given the BET Best Actor award.
Outside of filming, Idris launched DIDRIS, a fine jewelry brand in 2025.
He is now expected to have the lead role in Netflix’s upcoming thriller series, “The Lord’s Day,” as well as executive producer.
Given his talent, looks, and dedication, there is no doubt that we will see more from Idris and what his career holds in store.
