It's not unheard of for someone in the entertainment industry to dip their toes in a number of different media, and the early days of Hollywood gave birth to many a multitalented actor and actress who acted, sang and danced. In fact, it used to be the only way you could get recognized in the industry. However, nowadays, fans might be a bit shocked to see some familiar faces from the pop music world (and their familiar voices) hit the big screen in a Hollywood film.
From Lady Gaga earning an Oscar nomination to Selena Gomez being eaten by zombies, moviegoers are recently seeing more than a few pop stars that didn't want to limit themselves to just singing and songwriting. Instead, they are blowing fans out of the water with their impressive acting performances.
Rihanna - Ocean's Eight (2018)
Rihanna has nine Grammy Awards, 13 American Music Awards, and a hugely successful makeup business, but this fierce and talented singer isn't about to stop there. Most recently, she starred in Guava Island, and fans probably also recognized her playing herself in This Is The End.
However, there is no doubt that the coolest and most memorable role she's played is Nine Ball, the smart and sassy hacker that s the team in where Sandra Bullock's Debbie Ocean pulls off a massive heist. Rihanna slays her Met Gala dress and proves that she has what it takes to stay in Hollywood.
Nick Jonas - Jumanji: Welcome To The Jungle (2017)
From Disney Star to Jonas Brother to solo artist, Nick Jonas has been a household name in music for years, and he's the only one in his family to have made the switch over to television and film. Plus, he's even landed some leading roles.
From Welcome to the Jungle and The Next Level, he's certainly made headlines.
Selena Gomez - The Dead Don't Die (2019)
Selena Gomez also got her start on the Disney Channel but transitioned pretty much entirely into music. She dedicated her career to making popular songs, but recently, she's decided to get more seriously back into the acting game.
She was in in this satire of society and life and death.
Harry Styles - Dunkirk (2017)
This pop icon successfully transitioned into Hollywood after having a ing role in the Oscar-winning war epic, Dunkirk, and now has three movies currently in the works. Fans can look forward to seeing Harry Styles in My Policeman and Don't Worry Darling.
The three-time Grammy winner isn't just everyone's celebrity crush and favorite go-to playlist. He gave an impressive performance in the serious war drama, and fans can't wait to see what he has to offer next.
Zoe Kravitz - Divergent (2014)
Zoe Kravitz always had entertainment in her blood, being the daughter of actress Lisa Bonet and singer Lenny Kravitz, and she got her name in lights by featuring on albums and then releasing her own singles and eventually albums. With small movie roles here and there, her acting career is finally taking off.
After starring in the crime drama television series, Divergent, where she stars alongside Shailene Woodley in a world sorted into factions. If fans aren't convinced yet, she's also set to be the new Catwoman.
Gwen Stefani - The Aviator (2004)
Gwen Stefani has been a legend in the music industry for decades, and she's still on top of the world as a coach on tying the knot with country singer, Blake Shelton.
But Gwen isn't just a singer, and fans might recognize her voice from The Aviator, where she dazzled as actress Jean Harlow in the Hollywood biopic.
Taylor Swift - The Giver (2014)
With 11 Grammys, AMA's Artist of the Decade, and 32 Billboard Music Awards, Valentine's Day.
After that, she starred in the musical The Giver, playing piano and all. Fans look forward to seeing her in the new David O. Russell project and her time in Hollywood is far from over.
Justin Timberlake - The Social Network (2010)
Justin Timberlake needs no introduction, and he most recently might be most famous for his voice-acting and feature song in Trolls. But fans should also check out Inside Llewyn Davis, where he sings alongside Adam Driver and Oscar Isaac.
Or for a romantic comedy, he and Mila Kunis are hilarious in with Jesse Eisenberg's Mark Zuckerberg during the creation of Facebook.
Jennifer Lopez - Hustlers (2019)
This singer and dancer was, originally, "Jenny from the Block," but this international pop star has since made huge waves in the industry, and there's probably not a single person in entertainment that doesn't know her name. And for this pop star, too, conquering music wasn't enough.
Lopez had some acting roles in the 2000s, like the sci-fi flick This role is undoubtedly her fiercest and most fun to date.
Lady Gaga - A Star Is Born (2018)
Pop legend A Star Is Born, playing Ally, a musician who tries to make it big amidst her struggles with fame, love, and alcoholism.
Lady Gaga even scored an Oscar nomination for Best Actress, and also took home the win for Best Original Song. This talented artist proved she could dominate music and acting with one role in Hollywood, and there's certainly more to come - including a film alongside Adam Driver that's set to premiere soon.
