#35: Elisabeth Shue

Elisabeth Shue first captivated audiences with her girl-next-door charm in The Karate Kid and Back to the Future, solidifying her status as an ’80s favorite. As her career evolved, she embraced more complex and dramatic roles, earning critical acclaim for her raw performance as a troubled prostitute in Leaving Las Vegas alongside Nicolas Cage.

Later, she brought her talent to television, portraying the sharp-witted detective Julie Finlay on CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. Shue has proven her versatility with a career spanning decades, seamlessly transitioning from nostalgic favorites to deeply layered characters that showcase her enduring talent.