About
Rachel Anne McAdams (born November 17, 1978) is a Canadian actress. A graduate of York University in 2001 with a BFA in theatre, she is known for her starring roles in comedy and drama films as well as her work in television and theater. Her accolades include nominations for an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, and a Tony Award. In 2026, she was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. As a leading actress, her films have grossed over $3.4 billion worldwide. McAdams made her Hollywood film debut in the comedy The Hot Chick in 2002. She rose to fame in 2004 with her portrayal of Regina George in the comedy Mean Girls and with the romantic drama The Notebook. In 2005, she starred in the romantic comedy Wedding Crashers, the psychological thriller Red Eye, and the comedy-drama The Family Stone. She was hailed by the media as Hollywood's new "it girl", and received a...
Known for
True DetectiveSeries • 2014
What If...?Series • 2021
Earth: Final ConflictSeries • 1997
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of MadnessMovie • 2022
The NotebookMovie • 2004
Marvel Studios LegendsSeries • 2021
Doctor StrangeMovie • 2016
Mean GirlsMovie • 2004
DAVESeries • 2020
Send HelpMovie • 2026
ExplainedSeries • 2018
About TimeMovie • 2013
The Little PrinceMovie • 2015
Sherlock HolmesMovie • 2009
SpotlightMovie • 2015
SouthpawMovie • 2015
Game NightMovie • 2018
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of ShadowsMovie • 2011
DisobedienceMovie • 2018
The Hot ChickMovie • 2002
Wedding CrashersMovie • 2005
Midnight in ParisMovie • 2011
The Time Traveler's WifeMovie • 2009
Red EyeMovie • 2005