Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Hailee Steinfeld

How Hailee Steinfeld built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Hailee Steinfeld is an American actress and singer who gained prominence for her role in True Grit (2010). Her performance garnered her nominations for an Academy Award and a BAFTA Award, marking a significant breakthrough in her career. She is also a singer.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1932: Setting of the film Sinners

In 1932, the film Sinners, in which Hailee Steinfeld starred, was set in Jim Crow-era Mississippi. Steinfeld played Mary, a mixed-race woman whose ancestry mirrored Steinfeld's own.

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2010: Performance in True Grit

In 2010, Hailee Steinfeld starred in the film True Grit, which later earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress in 2011.

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2011: Academy Award Nomination

In 2011, Hailee Steinfeld was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in the 2010 film True Grit.

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2014: Appearance at Breast Cancer Foundation's Hot Pink Party

In 2014, Hailee Steinfeld made a public appearance at the Breast Cancer Foundation's Hot Pink Party.

2015: iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour

In 2015, Hailee Steinfeld made an appearance at the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball tour.

2016: Participation in Singing "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town"

In 2016, Hailee Steinfeld participated in singing "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" with other singers and celebrities to raise money for New York City's homeless.

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2016: Golden Globe Nomination

In 2016, Hailee Steinfeld was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress for her role in The Edge of Seventeen.

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2016: Steinfeld Discusses Music and Acting

In a 2016 interview, Hailee Steinfeld expressed that her music allows her to be herself and tell her own story, influencing her acting. She also highlighted self-love as a common theme in her music.

2017: Partnerships with Reef Footwear and MISSION Activewear

In 2017, Hailee Steinfeld began representing Reef Footwear and MISSION Activewear.

2017: Billboard Music Award for "Most Girls"

In 2017, Hailee Steinfeld won a Billboard Music Award for Top Covered Artist for her song "Most Girls".

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2018: Launch of Privé Revaux Eyewear Line

In 2018, Hailee Steinfeld launched her line of eyewear called Privé Revaux.

2019: Appearance at WE Day California

In 2019, Hailee Steinfeld made a public appearance at WE Day in California.

August 2020: Release of "Love On Top" Cover with Pitch Perfect Cast

In August 2020, Hailee Steinfeld and the cast of the Pitch Perfect film series reunited to record an a cappella cover of Beyonce's track "Love On Top". The proceeds from the song were donated to UNICEF.

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2022: Release of Coast and Partnership with CORE Hydration

In 2022, Hailee Steinfeld released "Coast" and became a brand ambassador for CORE Hydration, promoting their "Find Your Core" campaign.

2024: Launch of Beau Society Newsletter

In 2024, Hailee Steinfeld launched a newsletter titled Beau Society to connect with her audience.

2025: Role in Sinners and Contribution to Soundtrack

In 2025, Hailee Steinfeld starred in Ryan Coogler's period horror film Sinners as Mary, acknowledging her African American heritage onscreen for the first time. She also contributed the song "Dangerous" to the film's soundtrack.

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