19 Most extraordinary debut performances in Hollywood

Dreamgirls (2006) | Image Source: DreamWorks Pictures
Dreamgirls (2006) | Image Source: Prime Video

19. Quvenzhané Wallis – Beasts of the Southern Wild (2012)

Beasts of the Southern Wild (2012) | Image Source: Fox Searchlight Pictures
Beasts of the Southern Wild (2012) | Image Source: Fox Searchlight Pictures

Just 9 years old, Quvenzhané Wallis, gave a standout performance as the young Hushpuppy navigating life in the forgotten bayou community in Beasts of the Southern Wild. Despite her youth, Wallis infused strength and wisdom into this character that at times seemed tough but at the same time weak. This role was rewarded with an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress, at that time being the youngest to receive the nomination in the history of the academy.

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Edited by Amey Mirashi