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Actors Who Had the Greatest Film Debuts of All Time: Jamie Lee Curtis, Audrey Hepburn and More


Some actors work most of their career for their breakthrough role, but these movie stars had the greatest film debuts of all time. Inside Closer’s list.

There have been countless memorable movies made over the years, but only a few actors were lucky enough to have some of the best film debuts of all time thanks to their raw talent and undeniable star power. “I was acutely aware of the camera’s presence and surprised by the number of shots required to make up one small scene.” Released in August, the musical about a magical nanny became a classic and made Julie a household name — and an Oscar winner! “She had everything I was looking for: charm, innocence, and talent,” said William Wyler, who directed Audrey to a Best Actress Academy Award for her debut in 1953’s Roman Holiday.

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