Hollywood is constantly introducing us to new faces and talents. But there are some stars in particular that we simply can't get enough of. From Kendall to Kaia, here's a roundup of our favorite it-girls of 2021...
45. Anya Taylor-Joy
Anya Taylor-Joy's fame took off thanks to her award-winning role in The Queen's Gambit. Chess experts even praised the Netflix series as being very believable. Nonetheless, Anya hasn't let it get to her head...
"I think I'll probably understand this year in about five years," the actress confessed to Vanity Fair of her newfound stardom. "I think that's when it will probably hit." Taylor-Joy is clearly still adjusting to her fame - but she's not the only one. Keep scrolling for more stars turning heads.
44. Olivia Wilde
Olivia Wild has always been one of Hollywood's favorites; fans across the globe have always been inspired by her poise and show-stopping appearances. That's why it came as no shock when pictures of her and Harry Styles holding hands made headlines everywhere.
But she's remained nothing but humble: "At the end of your twenties, you realize you are inherently flawed, and that's great, and that's what makes you dynamic," Wilde explained. "For me, personally, it was around 27 when that kind of return to self took place, of living for myself, not living to keep up expectations."
43. Nina Dobrev
Everyone swooned over Nina Dobrev when she starred in the hit series Vampire Diaries. But the actress does not take anything for granted - she is incredibly humble, with a remarkable presence about her. "Every morning, I think to myself, 'This is so cool. I'm so lucky.' I realize it, and I don't want to let it slip away," she said.
Dobrev is also a girl's girl and loves to give credit where it is due. The actress went on to admit, "I'm really impressed and in awe of a lot of women right now. I've really enjoyed watching because she's kind of my same age, Jennifer Lawrence." Amen girl!
42. Emily Blunt
Many of us first came to adore this fiery-haired actress in The Devil Wears Prada, her breakout role. The movie made us want to spoil ourselves with high-end fashion every day. Not to mention: without Emily Blunt, it wouldn’t have been the same. Would it?
But despite the fame she and her husband have welcomed, they've stayed humble throughout. As Emily explained, "We've never said [the word 'famous'] in our house." Not even her children know what a hit their mother is! Imagine when they do find out...
41. Alessandra Ambrosio
Alessandra Ambrosio is one of the most famous supermodels worldwide, known for being a Victoria's Secret model and dominating the runway. Clearly, this beauty has already left her mark. Not only has Alessandra starred in top-notch fashion shows, but she has also graced many magazine covers.
But she is not just a pretty face! "When I was really small, I wanted to work in NASA," Ambrosio recalled. "I wanted to have a life with NASA and be an astronaut, but I knew that would never happen. You have to be a nerd for that kind of thing to happen, and by the time I got to high school, I wasn't."
40. Ashley Graham
Ashley Graham changed the modeling world forever. The plus-sized supermodel inspired others to be comfortable in their own skin - flaws and all. She showed women all around the world that they don’t need to look the exact same as the stars on the front of magazine covers.
In fact, the model wants the world to know that she is exactly like the rest of us. "I know it's cliche, but I've always wanted to be the Oprah of my generation," she explained. "The girl who's giving you all of the inspiration by letting you know that I'm just like you, and we all have the same struggles."
39. Nathalie Emmanuel
Nathalie Emmanuel graced us with not only her beloved role in Game of Thrones, but she also bestowed upon us her flawless beauty. It is no doubt that a number of celebrities opt for filters and fillers (no judgment!), but when it comes to Nathalie, less is more.
The actress explained: "I'm not someone who needs to have makeup on all the time. When I'm doing it for myself, I get irritated, and I'm like, 'Okay, I'm done.' I just go as I am, as long as I'm clean. It really depends on my hair, too - it can dictate how much time I spend."
38. Emma Stone
When it comes to keeping us entertained, Emma Stone is our girl. Her signature laugh and adorable smile are just a few of the reasons we adore her. The actress has also always spoken freely about her anxiety struggles and doesn’t shy away from the topic.
"With success, it's gone? No, no, no," she confessed of the misconception that she lives stress-free. "I manage it differently now... I'm assuming that will always be a part of my wiring and my personality. I'm a worrier. I haven't slept through the night in five years. But many of us haven't. I'm definitely a neurotic."
37. Hannah Jeter
In 2015, this show-stopping supermodel shot her first cover and was featured in Sports Illustrated. But that was only the start of her fame. Although Jeter exuded confidence and was exceptionally beautiful, the model was very timid and shy in the beginning.
"The first year, I was so nervous," she revealed. "Especially surrounding launch week, you just have so much anxiety because it really is a responsibility to promote the issue." Today, though, her reality looks very different. "I get more and more comfortable, and it becomes easier. It's so fun, and I've gotten used to it."
36. Priyanka Chopra
The exquisite Priyanka Chopra first came into the limelight when she was crowned Miss World 2000. Chopra’s fame did not stop there - she also became a beloved actress, film producer, and singer. Today, she is one of India’s highest-paid and most popular stars.
But Priyanka is also well known for her marriage to Nick Jonas. And while she might be blissfully in love, it hasn't always been easy: "I've lost many battles. I've done many, many movies that no one has watched. It's what you do after failures that define you. To me, life is a ladder. It's never a destination," she explained.
35. Emilia Clarke
There’s no doubt that Emilia Clarke stole hearts during her time as Daenerys Targaryen in Game Of Thrones. When the show ended, Emilia decided that it was time for her to spread her wings and make it on her own as a leading actress. Now, Emilia will not grasp onto every single role that presents itself.
Clarke confessed, "In the beginning, I took everything that anyone offered to me, because why not? I kept thinking that my good luck was going to run out." But after the end of GOT? "I'm looking at things in a very different light and... I'm going to be pretty careful about the next things that I do."
34. Emma Watson
From a very young age, Emma Watson starred in Harry Potter, one of the most popular franchises of all time. She captured the hearts of people all around the world. But the actress didn't stop there: She wanted to achieve more in life, so she went on and pursued a degree at Brown University.
Emma has also embraced the fact that she is vulnerable at times. "No one likes feeling vulnerable and uncomfortable and weak, but I really have found that it's in those moments when I go there that there's a kind of magic," Watson explained. "It's the single most important way of connecting to other human beings."
33. Meghan Markle
Even Meghan Markle has a hard time believing she went on to marry into the royal family. Back in the day, the Suits actress was shocked at her reality. The actress revealed that "to try to dream of what more it can be? I can hardly conceive of it, it's not so much about setting goals for things."
When it came to marrying Prince Harry, though, The Duchess of Sussex had manifestation to thank for that. Or at least that's how she saw it. "Because I trust that with my temperament and my drive, these beautiful things will continue to manifest," Markle explained.
32. Ariana Grande
This it-girl is all about making it on her own as a woman and doesn't want to be associated with the previous men in her life. Grande explained, "I'll never be able to swallow the fact that people feel the need to attach a successful woman to a man when they say her name." Agreed.
"I saw a headline... they called someone another someone's ex, and that pissed me off," the artist confessed. "This person has had so many great records in the last year, and she hasn't been dating him forever. Call her by her name!" Thank U, Next...
31. Adriana Lima
This Brazilian supermodel is adored by fans all over the world. Adriana is one of the very few stars that has remained in the modeling industry for so long. She is also the oldest model to ever walk in the Victoria's Secret Fashion show. We love to see it!
How does she do it? "I always say to myself to be myself at all times," Adriana shared. "When I go to a photoshoot - or anywhere - I bring the Adriana Lima from Bahai. I don't create [the persona] of something I'm not. I am who I am, and that's who I bring into my work." You tell 'em!
30. Dua Lipa
Dua Lipa is continuing to climb her way to the top. The international pop star moved to the United Kingdom when she was just 15 years old, but a lot has changed since then. Despite her newfound reign in Hollywood, she'll never forget where she came from...
The Grammy award-winning star has a net worth of $25 million dollars - as CelebrityNetWorth estimated - but she isn't stopping there. Lipa says, "I feel like winning… almost just pushed me to work harder." Yes girl, continue to impress us! We are here for it!
29. Hailey Bieber
Yes, everyone knows Hailey Baldwin married every girls' childhood crush. But this natural beauty isn't just known for her time with Justin Bieber. Hailey is a complete powerhouse on her own and turns heads everywhere she goes. And with good reason...
Not only is the 25-year-old an international supermodel, but she also runs her own YouTube channel, is a media personality and socialite. So ever since Justin Bieber hinted that a baby Bieber might be on the way, we definitely have had our fingers crossed. Stay tuned!
28. Kendall Jenner
Kendall Jenner's older sister might have helped first put her name on the map. But she has continued to turn heads and make a name for herself on her own. The supermodel has achieved her biggest dreams, participating in Paris Fashion Week and The Victoria's Secret Fashion show.
And while many people have assumed the reason for Jenner's huge success is because of her family name, that is not the case. Kendall has had to work extra hard for her achievements. As she herself admitted: "I definitely worked my way to where I am now."
27. Gigi Hadid
This gorgeous young lady has been in the modeling game for a long time, following in the footsteps of her supermodel mother. However, Gigi has since passed this stage of her life. She explained, "It feels like now I'm in a different place in my life."
Unfortunately, her latest chapter saw her and her baby daddy split after six years of dating. However, Gigi and Zayn Malik are still co-parenting as both are very focused on their baby Khai. We love to see it - and we wish the exes nothing but the best!
26. Emily Ratajkowski
This bombshell appeared in Robin Thicke's music video Blurred Lines, which first sparked her fame. Since then, though, Emily has used her voice for the greater good. She's spoken out about the self-inflicted emotional abuse she's faced while being a model.
Today, the model has changed her ways of thinking. She is focused on being a great mom to baby Sylvester, even showing herself breastfeeding on social media. Emily is a complete feminist and is very passionate about projecting how she feels for women's rights. And we couldn't be more proud.
25. Addison Rae
This online sensation first made her debut by posting videos on Tik Tok that called for lip-syncing and choreographed dances with her mom. Today? Addison Rae has turned into a global hit, just eight months after getting signed to WME back in January 2020.
She's since used her fame to speak out against bullying, especially online. "Stop looking for people to mess up. No one is perfect, and no one will ever be," the famous star explained. "Don't criticize others when you have your own faults as well." Noted.
24. Megan Fox
This Hollywood beauty certainly knows how to turn heads. From Megan's iconic time in Transformers to her steamy relationship with MGK, she's never one to do things quietly. Perhaps that's why she was named the "hottest woman in the world" by FHM Online.
But whether one likes her or not, haters don't faze Megan, and we salute her for it. She isn't afraid to speak her mind. "People who don't like me talk about it as though I'm trash because I have tattoos. I find that insane. Tattoos aren't limited to sailors. It's a form of art I find beautiful. I love it," she explained.
23. Irina Shayk
Irina Shayk was the first Russian to grace the world with her steamy cover in a swimsuit for Sports Illustrated. Her career as a model instantly took off, and we are so thankful that it did. She landed many campaigns for brands like La Perla, Lacoste, and Armani.
The brunette and green-eyed model has made it big as a supermodel. Chrissy Teigen even praised Irina by saying, "I said this the day I met you, and many years later, you are still theeeee most beautiful woman in the world." We can see why Chrissy feels that way.
22. Cara Delevingne
When we hear the name Cara Delevingne, her well-groomed eyebrows instantly cross our minds. Not only is Delevingne a top-class supermodel, but she also is very authentic. She doesn't like to fit into the standard mold. But don't take our word for it...
"Cara is different," Karl Lagerfeld once said. "She's full of life, full of pep. I like girls to be wild but at the same time beautifully brought up and very funny." The supermodel/actress has inspired a lot of women around the world to be true to who they really are.
21. Kaia Gerber
Just like her mom Cindy Crawford, Kaia Gerber is a sight for sore eyes. This young lady is not only a supermodel, but an actress too. She was cast as the main character in American Horror Story, and we can’t wait to see more of her in the near future.
What we love about Kaia is that she is down to Earth and knows not everything in life can be perfect - especially when it comes to one's looks. The 20-year-old beauty said: "If you only share your best pictures or you Facetuned self, the thought of people seeing you as you truly are can be scary."
20. Kylie Jenner
Everyone loves to keep up with Kylie Jenner - especially when it comes to her makeup brand, Kylie Cosmetics, which landed her on the Forbes cover in 2019. But this billionaire has not stopped there. Kylie can just do it all, and she is not always given enough credit.
She is a great mother to little Stormi. She also keeps expanding her business by collaborating with her sisters and starting a new line called Kylie Baby. One thing is for sure though, don't downplay Kylie, she will hit back. "Don't **** with me, I woke up at 6:30," she once slammed.
19. Kim Kardashian
Kimberly Kardashian earned herself a place in the spotlight in 2007. She is an American influencer, model, and very successful businesswoman. Her KKW Fragrance and Skims collection are a total hit. She is well known for her selfies, glam squad, and everyday perfection.
Her former husband, Kanye West, also is impressed by this savvy influencer. "I'm talkin' like arguably of human existence—the top 10 of human existence," West once gushed. Say what ya want about Kimmy, this girl is still going places. Just like our next star...
18. Kate Upton
Kate Upton might not fit the size of a typical swimsuit model. But when she landed on the cover of Sports Illustrated, the world went crazy - in a good way, of course. This unique bombshell hit the modeling world in full blast. And, well, we can see why...
Don't be fooled, though - Kate didn't have the easiest start at her career, and she was rejected by a number of agencies. However, she makes women all over the world feel comfortable in their own skin. "I hate exercising self-control," the model said. "I love my body. It's what God gave me." Yes, Kate, we love the confidence.
17. Alexandra Daddario
In case one was wondering, this blue-eyed American beauty is all-natural. Alexandra had a breakthrough in the Percy Jackson series, where she played the role of Annabeth Chase. She hasn’t had the easiest time making her way up the ladder, but it definitely paid off.
She isn't shy to speak out about her struggles, though: "I've been working consistently since I was a teenager, and I was in the service industry myself for four years, or longer, in various jobs," the actress explained. Well done - hard work clearly pays off!
16. Rihanna
Sure, we will stand under Rihanna's umbrella any day. She's not only been slaying the music industry for years, but she is also an actress, fashion designer, and a successful businesswoman. We also love her for her Fenty make-up products, which continue to impress us.
RiRi has always had a hardcore exterior, and she knows this. That's why when she said, "It's tougher to be vulnerable than to actually be tough," it sank in with her fans. That being said, we are patiently waiting for her next album to drop. Ahem, Rihanna…
15. Margot Robbie
No one will ever forget the scene when Margot Robbie, who played Naomi Lapaglia in the award-winning film The Wolf Of Wallstreet, made an appearance at Jordan Belfort’s pool party. Fans were swooning over this showstopper, and she was the talk of the town.
The actress's fame didn't come lightly, though. As she puts it, it was "not overnight. It's years of hard work." But once she captured the hearts of so many people, the actress was named "The Most Beautiful Woman in The World" in DKODING magazine. And we can understand why.
14. HoYeon Jung
This very resilient actress didn’t just magically appear in the series Squid Game - she also free-lanced as a model. Jung was a runner-up for the fourth season of Korea’s Next Top Model. At the young age of 27, Jung has accomplished a lot in her life - and we love to see it.
The young actress has the ability to make anything look good. And by anything, we mean her teal tracksuit, of course. This beloved trooper isn’t just stopping here and she is ready to further her career - so best we keep close tabs on her. Keep scrolling, though, there's more where that came from...
13. Beyoncé
This Hollywood OG has made every ‘single lady’ feel good at one point or another. Not only can she sing, but she can certainly slay those dance moves. Queen B is confident, sexy and makes a statement wherever she goes. But what about behind closed doors?
B has always been private when it comes to her personal life. But when it comes to making her family feel special, she doesn’t shy away from making it a big deal. She singer went on to admit, “Be healthy and take care of yourself, but be happy with the beautiful things that make you, you.”
12. Gal Gadot
This Israeli bombshell is both an actress and a model who has taken Hollywood by storm. So it doesn't come as a surprise to us to hear she was crowned Miss Israel back in 2004. Clearly, Miss Gadot is a superwoman - in every sense of the word. And we're not alone on the one…
As Anne Talley, the global brand president of Revlon, once commented, “She’s a worldwide symbol of feminine strength and beauty, but she’s also a modern, multifaceted woman.” And we couldn’t agree more. As for who scored #11 on our roundup? Go on, keep scrolling.
11. Scarlett Johansson
Scarlett Johansson is a name that's been on our radar for years. From rom-coms to action films, this beauty has done it all. In 2018 and 2019, she was named the world's highest-paid actress. She has also been on the cover of Forbes Celebrity 100 list numerous amount of times.
The actress has also been known to spread awareness about gender pay discrimination: “It is really important to hear people in various positions of power to voice their opinions, their story. Why not? Why can’t I have a voice? Why can’t I use my platform? What’s the point…. if you don’t use it?” she noted.
10. Winnie Harlow
Winnie Harlow instantly turned heads when she first walked in America's Next Top Model. Her look is so unique, and that's exactly what we love about her! The model was diagnosed with a rare skin condition called Vitiligo at the age of four, enhancing her beautiful features.
Harlow is proud of her condition and spoke out about it, saying that she is proud to have Vitiligo and she doesn't want it to define her. As Ashish, a London designer, once said, "Winnie's unique look challenges perceptions of beauty in an industry obsessed with a kind of 'perfection.'"
9. Mila Kunis
Mila Kunis made her debut as an actress when she played the role of Jackie Burkhart in That '70s Show. Clearly, a lot has changed since then. Nonetheless, Kunis has never let her fame get to her head - even when she was voted "Sexiest Woman Alive" in 2012...
Mila is extremely family orientated and never let fame get to her head. We often see her walking the streets in casual ware, yet this gorgeous lady still manages to catch our attention. Esquire noted that she is "the most beautiful, opinionated, talkative, and funny movie star that we've all known since she was nine."
8. Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift is a musical genius. In fact, we never felt alone during our break-ups thanks to this blonde goddess. In 2015 Taylor landed a place in Maxim’s Hot 100. With all the fame, awards, and credits that this singer achieved, she’s always been fixated on the bigger picture.
As the Blank Space artist herself explained, "To me, feminism is probably the most important movement that you could embrace, because it's just basically another word for equality." And just when we thought we couldn't love Miss Americana even more...
7. Selena Gomez
Selena definitely knows that the heart wants what it wants, and she definitely has captured ours. From actress to singer, Gomez has been in front of the camera since a little girl. She started off in Barney with BBF Demi Lovato and then became a global star on The Disney Channel.
Selena also ended up on the TC Candler and The Independent Critics as one of "100 Most Beautiful Faces of 2020." The article mentioned, "Aesthetic perfection is only one of the criteria, but the rest is "Grace, elegance, originality, daring, passion, class, poise, joy." Agreed.
6. Madison Beer
When Justin Bieber first posted about then-aspiring artist Madison Beer back in 2012, it wasn't long before he got people talking. Instantly, he put "Madison Beer" on everyone's radar. And it's only been up from there… Today, not only does she sing, but she is also open about her mental health battle.
Madison spoke out on her Instagram, saying, “As of today… I am officially one year clean of self-harm. I never thought I’d be able to say this & I am so proud of myself.” We are also super proud of you, Maddie. And on that note, keep scrolling to see who scored #5…
5. Emily Faye Miller
While the world was in lockdown, Emily Miller made quite the entrance on the hit show Too Hot To Handle. Ever since starring on the Netflix dating series, this bombshell has kicked off a thriving career - but there is still a whole lot more to come...
Emily is actually not new to the camera, though: She started modeling while she was in college and partnered up with modeling agencies as well as international photographers. This it-girl is just getting started, and we can't wait to see what comes next!
4. Francesca Farago
Next up is another Too Hot To Handle hottie. While we thought Francesca and ex-boyfriend Harry Jowsey would last a bit longer, she still managed to hold her head high after the breakup. As a matter of fact, today, Francesca is killing the single life.
Francesca has gone on to start her very own business enterprise. This sexy it-girl is extremely popular on social media and has an estimated 4.6 million followers. Maybe we should jump on the bandwagon and sign up for the next Too Hot To Handle season.
3. Zendaya
At the mere age of 24, Zendaya has already won multiple awards. One of her biggest achievements is the Emmy Award for the most outstanding lead actress that she won for her time in HBO's Euphoria, where she played the role of a struggling teen. Ring a bell?
But we're not the only ones who are impressed here. In the wise words of Halle Berry, "At 24, that she can have an idea and go get it done [with] enough support behind her... [and] power and [the ability] to keep the creativity — I think that says so much." So do we, Halle.
2. Blake Lively
Gossip Girl here: this Upper East Side it-girl has always been turning heads. From her time on those exclusive Met steps to her time being a proud wife/mother, B has always made everything look so easy. And it's earned her the #2 spot on our countdown.
From her memorable red-carpet looks to her time juggling motherhood, Blake Lively can really do it all. According to AskMen, Lively is really “The World’s Most Desirable Woman.” How does she do it? Well, that’s one thing Gossip Girl may never tell… XOXO
1. Bella Hadid
Aaaand weighing in at number 1, Bella Hadid completes our countdown. Perhaps it comes as no surprise that the brunette bombshell was voted Model of The Year in 2016. Not only that, cosmetic surgeon Julian De Silva has stated that the supermodel's face is considered to be near perfect.
But when Bella isn't on the runway, she likes to do things very differently: "On a casual day, I'd usually pull out my vintage Levi's, a pair of loafers or beat-up Converse, a bomber jacket and a button-down shirt," she confessed of her casual streetwear style.