Abigail Breslin

About

Abigail Breslin is an acclaimed American actress and singer who rose to prominence as a child star. Born on April 14, 1996, in New York City, she began her acting career at a tender age of three, starring in a Toys "R" Us commercial. Her breakthrough role came in 2006 when she starred in the film "Little Miss Sunshine," for which she received an Academy Award nomination. Breslin has since then been part of numerous films, including hits like "Zombieland", "My Sister's Keeper", and "August: Osage County". In addition to her film career, Breslin ventured into music, releasing her debut album, "The World Now" in 2011. She has also starred in the Fox horror-comedy series "Scream Queens."

Associated With

Abigail Breslin has an extensive record of associations in the entertainment industry owing to her longstanding acting career that started in her early childhood. Collaborating with a wide range of acclaimed actors, Breslin first gained prominence for her role in "Little Miss Sunshine," working with actors such as Greg Kinnear and Steve Carell. She has also worked with actors like Harrison Ford and Asa Butterfield in "Ender's Game" and starred alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger in "Maggie." Breslin has been involved in movies with diverse genres such as comedy, horror, and drama, thus collaborating with many different filmmakers. As for her personal life, Breslin has kept it fairly private, although there were rumors about her dating actor Freddie Highmore. In terms of work in the industry, she also has associations with Ryan Murphy, having worked in his series "Scream Queens.”

Career Highlights

• 2002: Abigail Breslin's acting career began when she starred in her first commercial at the age of three.
• 2004: Breslin's first film debut was in M. Night Shyamalan's science fiction-horror film "Signs", where she was cast alongside Mel Gibson.
• 2006: She received critical acclaim for her role in the comedy-drama film "Little Miss Sunshine". It's where she won the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture.
• 2007: Breslin was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress and she won the Critics Choice Award for Best Young Actress, both for her role in "Little Miss Sunshine".
• 2009: She starred in the horror-comedy film "Zombieland", which became a box office hit.
• 2010: Breslin lent her voice for the animated film "Rango".
• 2013: She was praised for her performance in the film "August: Osage County".
• 2015: Breslin starred in the first season of the horror-comedy series "Scream Queens", which earned her a nomination for the People’s Choice Award for Favorite Actress in a New TV Series.
• 2019: She reprised her role in "Zombieland: Double Tap", the sequel to the 2009 film "Zombieland".
• 2021: Breslin starred in the pandemic film "Stillwater".

Notable Awards

• Abigail Breslin has won several awards for her acting career, including:
• Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Young Performer in "Little Miss Sunshine" (2006)
• Young Artist Award for Best Performance in a Feature Film - Young Actress Age Ten or Younger in "Little Miss Sunshine" (2006)
• Tokyo International Film Festival - Best Actress Award for "Maggie" (2015).
• Additionally, she has been nominated for several others, including an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for "Little Miss Sunshine".

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Abigail Breslin Movie/TV Show?

Abigail Breslin is renowned for her versatile acting talent, but she is most popular for her role in the hit movie "Little Miss Sunshine," released in 2006. In this film, Breslin brilliantly portrayed Olive Hoover, a young beauty pageant contestant. Her performance made her one of the youngest actresses ever to be nominated for an Academy Award. The enigmatic blend of humor and drama in "Little Miss Sunshine," along with Breslin's standout performance, made it a commercial and critical success, turning it into an iconic and most recognized piece in Breslin's filmography.

How Did Abigail Breslin Get Famous?

Abigail Breslin gained fame as a child actress when she starred in M. Night Shyamalan's psychological thriller "Signs" in 2002, at just five years old, alongside actors such as Mel Gibson and Joaquin Phoenix. However, her major breakthrough came in 2006 when she played Olive Hoover in the critically acclaimed film "Little Miss Sunshine". Her performance earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress, making her one of the youngest nominees in history. This recognition catapulted her into stardom and she has since continued to take on roles in various films and television series.