Anna Faris's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A closer look at the biggest achievements of Anna Faris. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Anna Faris is an American actress and podcaster, best known for her comedic roles, particularly as Cindy Campbell in the 'Scary Movie' film series. She has starred in various films, including 'The Hot Chick,' 'Lost in Translation,' 'Brokeback Mountain,' 'Just Friends,' 'My Super Ex-Girlfriend,' 'Smiley Face,' 'The House Bunny,' 'What's Your Number?,' 'The Dictator,' and 'Overboard.' Her career is defined by her contributions to comedy films and her work as a podcaster.
2000: Breakthrough Role in Scary Movie
In 2000, Anna Faris had her breakthrough role as Cindy Campbell in "Scary Movie," a horror-comedy parody. The film was a major commercial success, and Faris received nominations for Breakthrough Female Performance and Best Kiss Awards at the 2001 MTV Movie Awards.
2004: Maxim's "Hot 100" List
In 2004, Anna Faris was listed as No. 57 in Maxim magazine's "Hot 100."
2005: Brokeback Mountain Role
In 2005, Anna Faris filmed a small part in Ang Lee's drama "Brokeback Mountain", receiving a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for her performance.
2005: Starring in Waiting... and Just Friends
In 2005, Anna Faris starred in the comedies "Waiting..." and "Just Friends" alongside Ryan Reynolds, earning nominations for an MTV Movie Award and two Teen Choice Awards for the latter.
2007: Starring in Smiley Face and Stony Award
In 2007, Anna Faris starred in the stoner comedy "Smiley Face", earning her the "Stonette of the Year" prize at High Times magazine's Stony Awards.
2009: Recognition in Sexiest Women Lists
In 2009, Anna Faris was ranked No. 39 in Maxim magazine's "Hot 100" and No. 60 in FHM's "100 Sexiest Women in the World."
2010: Cosmo's Fun Fearless Female of the Year
In 2010, Anna Faris was named "the Cosmo's Fun Fearless Female of the Year" by Cosmopolitan magazine.
2010: Continued Recognition in Sexiest Women Lists
In 2010, Anna Faris was ranked No. 42 in Maxim magazine's "Hot 100" and No. 96 on FHM's "100 Sexiest Women in the World."
2011: Starring in What's Your Number?
In 2011, Anna Faris starred in and executive produced "What's Your Number?", a retro comedy. She also obtained a Teen Choice Award nomination for Choice Movie Actress.
2011: Final Appearance in Maxim's "Hot 100"
In 2011, Anna Faris was ranked No. 44 in Maxim magazine's "Hot 100."
2012: The Dictator and Star of the Year Award
In 2012, Anna Faris co-starred in the political satire "The Dictator" and earned the Star of the Year Award at the National Association of Theatre Owners.
January 7, 2015: Hosting the People's Choice Awards
On January 7, 2015, Anna Faris and Mom co-star Allison Janney hosted the 41st People's Choice Awards.
2017: Publication of Unqualified Memoir
In 2017, Anna Faris published her memoir "Unqualified", which became a New York Times Best Seller.
