Recently, directors are increasingly delighting viewers with film and television projects in which a wide variety of choreographic and vocal numbers are present. And it goes without saying that when choosing performers for roles in such films, preference is primarily given to those who own the art of dance and singing. We present to your attention a list with photos of actors and actresses who themselves sing in films.
Meryl Streep
- Kramer vs. Kramer, The Bridges of Madison County, The Deer Hunter
A true Hollywood legend, a multiple winner of the most prestigious film festivals, Meryl Streep boasts not only incredible dramatic talent, but also excellent vocal skills. That is why she can handle any role not only in ordinary art films, but also in musicals.
At the moment, the actress has participated in more than three hundred films, and in many of them her heroines sing. The star is subject to pop, academic and rock vocals. Benny Anderson, former ABBA member, called Meryl a real miracle after she recorded the song "The Winner Takes It All" for the musical "Mamma Mia 2" on her first try.
Richard Gere
- "Pretty Woman", "Hachiko: The Most Loyal Friend", "Primal Fear"
A Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild Award winner, Richard dreamed of becoming a trumpet player since childhood. He received a musical education, learned to play several instruments, and even was a member of a rock band. But in the end he decided that he liked the profession of an actor much more. However, the musical experience gained in his youth was not in vain: in the films "Cotton Club" and "Chicago" the audience could hear and appreciate the vocal abilities of their favorite performer.
Catherine Deneuve
- Dangerous Liaisons, Dancer in the Dark, Her Mother's Eyes
Catherine's finest hour came after the release of the musical "The Umbrellas of Cherbourg". True, in this project, her character Genevieve Emery sings in the voice of pop singer Isabelle Obre. Nevertheless, the legendary Frenchwoman herself can also be safely attributed to performers who have excellent vocal abilities.
Deneuve demonstrated her singing talent in several films, including "I Love You", "Desperate Housewife", "Beloved", "Beloved Mother-in-law". The famous artist even recorded a solo album in the early 80s of the last century.
Zooey Deschanel
- "Always say" YES "," Brand new "," 500 days of summer "
This actress is a real "songbird", and music is an integral part of her life. She has repeatedly demonstrated her vocal abilities in the frame, starting with her first notable roles in the films "Tough Guy" and "Elf".
And in 2006, after recording the final song for the film "For Luck", Zoe even decided to create her own indie rock band She & Him, together with her colleague on the set Matthew Ward. Later, the films "Bridge to Terabithia", "How the cowardly Robert Ford killed Jesse James", "Delirious", "New Girl" and others appeared, in which viewers have the opportunity to enjoy the singing talent of the performer.
Anne Hathaway
- Interstellar, Jane Austen, Dark Waters
This famous actress is one of the movie stars who sing well. As the owner of the soprano voice, Ann was a member of the choir during her school years. The ability to sing came in handy for Hathaway at the very beginning of her career: in the film “Enchanted Ella” her heroine performs the hit “Somebody To Love” by the group “Queen”. Since the release of this picture, the artist has repeatedly demonstrated her vocal abilities in a variety of television shows. But the pinnacle of her skill at the moment is considered to be the musical "Les Miserables", where Anne excellently played (and sang) the role of Fantina.
Anna Kendrick
- "Life is Beautiful", "Personal Life", "Payback"
Anna Kendrick has long proved that her voice is like an angelic one (she is the owner of mezzo-soprano). Fans of the artist have the opportunity to enjoy her singing talent in the films Pitch Perfect and Pitch Perfect 2. In addition, she starred as Cinderella in the musical Into the Woods, along with the inimitable Meryl Streep. And Poppy from the cartoon “Trolls. World Tour ”speaks and sings in the voice of Anna.
Marion Cotillard
- Midnight in Paris, Allies, It's Just the End of the World
Since childhood, the popular actress dreamed of a singing career. She received her Oscar for the role of the legendary Edith Piaf in the film Life in Pink. And although in this picture all the vocal numbers Marion did not perform herself, in her creative baggage there are enough projects in which she demonstrates her own vocal abilities. For example, in the musical Nine, her character Louise Contini is simply gorgeous.
Elisabeth Moss
- "Be Normal", "Top of the Lake", "Real Rocky"
In 2018, the star of the series "The Handmaid's Tale" and "Mad Men" showed good voice skills on the screen. In the film Her Smell, she played a rebellious punk star trying to regain her former glory. According to the professionals, Elizabeth's vocal numbers turned out to be quite decent.
Renée Zellweger
- "Knockdown", "Cold Mountain", "True Values"
Among the artists who know how to sing is the permanent performer of the role of the charming Bridget Jones. Rene has demonstrated her excellent vocal abilities on the set more than once. She has played the role of singing heroines in the films "Chicago", "My Love Song". And this year, Zellweger received her second Oscar for her masterful transformation into the image of the legendary actress and singer Judy Garland.
Bradley Cooper
- "Area of Darkness", "Secrets in the Kitchen", "Words"
The star of the Bachelor Party in Vegas franchise has also proven that he can sing well. For the filming of A Star Is Born, Bradley worked with a vocal coach for several months. The result of these efforts surpassed the wildest expectations: Jackson Maine performed by Cooper sings incredibly. The artist's singing abilities were highly appreciated by the Grammy Award jury for the song "Shallow", which he performed in a duet with Lady Gaga.
Reese Witherspoon
- Big Little Lies, Cruel Intentions, Morning Show
Hollywood "legally blonde" can also safely rank herself among the singing film actresses. A confirmation of her undoubted dramatic and vocal talents was the Oscar. Reese received this award for her performance as the female lead in the musical drama "Walk the Line," opposite Joaquin Phoenix. Witherspoon also gave her magic voice to Rosita pig from the animated musical "Sing".
Nicole Kidman
- "Clock", "Cold Mountain", "Dogville"
This Australian-American actress undoubtedly has remarkable vocal skills. She brilliantly performed all the parts in the musical "Moulin Rouge". Songs performed by her sound in the animation tape "Happy Feet". She also recorded the soundtrack for the movie Nine.
Chris Evans
- Get Knives, Protecting Jacob, Gifted
It turns out that Steve Rogers, aka Captain America from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, also knows how to sing well. Chris Evans has successfully demonstrated his vocal abilities in the films "Losers" and "How Much Have You".
Ewan McGregor
- "Impossible", "Trainspotting", "Christopher Robin"
One of the UK's most sought-after film actors also belongs to the singing camp. His characters sing in the films "Nora", "Less Usual Life", "Velvet Goldmine". He independently performed 8 compositions in the film "Moulin Rouge", and his duet with Nicole Kidman "Come What May" was even nominated for an Oscar. And he can also boast that in the musical fairy tale "Beauty and the Beast" one of the heroes named Lumiere sings in his voice.
Nicolas Cage
- "Rock", "Faceless", "City of Angels"
Another famous Hollywood actor, who has earned the fame of a rebel and a madman, at the dawn of his career, also demonstrated his singing ability to the whole world. In Peggy Sue Got Married, he played a kid dreaming of becoming a rock singer. Later, another tape "Wild at Heart" appeared, in which Nicholas skillfully performed the composition of Elvis Presley.
Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone
- Blade Runner 2049, The Place Beyond the Pines, The Notebook / The Favorite, Birdman, The Servant
These celebrities continue our photo-list of actors and actresses who sing in films themselves. Gosling is no stranger to singing on set, as he began his career as a musician. To date, he has already had several film projects under his belt, in which he demonstrates his vocal abilities. But, perhaps, the most successful was the musical drama "La La Land", where Ryan starred along with Emma Stone. The latter, by the way, also proved long ago that she can sing beautifully. In the film "Excellent student of easy virtue" her heroine performs the composition "Pocketful of Sunshine".
Jeff Bridges
- "Nothing Good at the El Royale Hotel, The Case of the Brave", "Iron Man"
In 2010, this performer received the coveted Oscar for the role of country performer, nicknamed Bad Blake, in the musical drama Crazy Heart. Everyone who has seen this film agrees that the award was absolutely deserved, and the actor's singing skills are simply incredible.
Jamie Foxx
- Django Unchained, Law Abiding Citizen, Just Have Pardon
Like the previous actor, Jamie Foxx won an Academy Award for his portrayal of the legendary Charles Ray in the musical dramatic biopic Ray. In the picture, Jamie sang himself, sang a lot and did it fantastic.
Keira Knightley
- Atonement, Pride and Prejudice, The Imitation Game
It turns out that the star of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise also has everything she needs for a good vocals. In the musical drama "At least Once in a Life" her heroine Greta, who sometimes performs on the stages of nightclubs with songs of her own composition, decides to record a full-length album. And, I must admit, she, like Knightley herself, is doing great.
Scarlett Johansson
- "Marriage Story", "Match Point", "The Horse Whisperer"
Scarlett has a deep and very soulful voice. Since childhood, she dreamed of a musical career and attended singing lessons. Over time, the desire to perform on the stage disappeared, but the skills acquired in childhood have not disappeared anywhere.
The celebrity has already recorded several music albums, as well as vocal numbers in various art paintings. For example, in the film Lost in Translation, Johansson sings beautifully in a karaoke scene with Bill Murray. She also gave her voice to the porcupine Ash in the animated musical "Sing".
Adam Sandler
- "50 First Kisses", "All or Nothing", "Uncut Jewels"
This famous Hollywood comedian is also among the singing actors. In his creative baggage there are a lot of films in which he performs musical numbers. Anyone who wants to appreciate Sandler's singing talent is recommended to see the painting "The Singer at the Wedding." Well, or listen to one of his many music albums.
Hugh Jackman
- "Prestige", "Logan", "Prisoners"
In his homeland in Australia, Jackman became famous for his participation in various musicals. And, of course, Hollywood directors could not pass by the actor's vocal abilities. Singing talent was very useful for the performer of the role of Wolverine in the films Les Miserables and The Greatest Showman.
Johnny Depp
- Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Magic Land, Cocaine
The permanent performer of the role of Captain Jack Sparrow, from childhood, dreamed of becoming a singer and playing in a rock band. But the acting path turned out to be much more attractive and quickly brought worldwide fame to the novice performer. However, the musical experience gained in his youth was not in vain. In the films "Sweeney Todd, Demon Barber of Fleet Street" and "Into the Woods ..." viewers have the opportunity to enjoy the singing of their favorite actor.
Gerard Butler
- "Law Abiding Citizen", "Conquerors of the Waves", "Naked Truth"
Like many of his craft colleagues, Butler planned to become a musician and even founded his own rock band. True, he never achieved success in this field. But his excellent vocal abilities became a pass to the musical "The Phantom of the Opera", and at the same time to the top of the Hollywood film Olympus. In addition, the actor himself performed the song in the melodrama “P.S. I love you".
Jason Segel
- "How I Met Your Mother", "End of the Tour", "Love You Dude"
This foreign performer also boasts the ability to sing. He got into our photo-list thanks to the composition "Dracula's Lament", which he performed in a comic manner in the comedy film "In Flight".
Amy Adams
- Sharp Objects, Arrival, She
They say that a talented person is talented in everything. This expression perfectly characterizes our next heroine. Amy is not only a wonderful actress, she also dances beautifully and sings great. Anyone who watches the musical fairy tale "Enchanted" can be convinced of this. Her character Giselle's song about pigeons, rats and smelly socks sounds incredibly cute.
Gwyneth Paltrow
- "The Talented Mr. Ripley", "Seven", "Losers"
This Oscar-winning actress can also be called a songbird. She was not only married to a musician, but she herself has a good voice. Gwyneth demonstrated her vocal abilities in the films "Duets" and "I'm leaving - don't cry."
Emilia Clarke
- Game of Thrones, Me Before You, Terminator Genisys
The actress, whom everyone knows as the die-hard Daenerys Targaryen, the mother of dragons, is actually quite a romantic person. She also knows how to sing beautifully. In the crime comedy "House of Hemingway" she got a short song, and in the melodrama "Christmas for Two" she perfectly sang George Michael's hit "Last Christmas".
Tom Hiddleston
- "Night Administrator", "Coriolanus", "Empty Crown"
Nature has rewarded this British actor very generously: he is handsome, incredibly talented, dances and sings amazingly. In the biopic I Saw the Light, he reincarnated as the legend of country music Hank Williams and performed all the vocal numbers superbly.
Catherine Zeta-Jones
- "Mask of Zorro", "Terminal", "Trap"
This Hollywood star also boasts a gorgeous voice. In the musical "Chicago" she got the most complex jazz compositions, and she brilliantly performed them all.
Amanda Seyfried
- "Dear John", "Veronica Mars", "The Incredible World Through the Eyes of Enzo"
At the beginning of her career, Amanda dreamed of the singer's glory. For several years she studied with a professional vocal teacher and even studied opera. That is why directors often offer her the roles of singing heroines. "Mama Mia!", "Les Miserables", "Nine" are just a few of the films in which Seyfried sings.
Mikhail Boyarsky
- "Dog in the Manger", "The Man from Boulevard des Capucines", "Prisoner of the Castle of If"
The legendary performer of the role of D'Artanyan studied at the music school at the conservatory in childhood, however, as he admitted, he absolutely did not like his studies. He had no intention of becoming a musician, but dreamed of theater and cinema. But when the dream came true, Mikhail did not abandon music, and the directors actively used his vocal talent in their films. Today Boyarsky has more than 130 roles in various projects, and in many of them he sings.
Paulina Andreeva
- "Method", "Locust", "Better than people"
This Russian actress showed a wonderful voice in the film Thaw.In the project, Paulina got the not very big role of the singer Dina, but nevertheless, everyone remembered her. The song performed by her delighted the entire film crew.
Sergey Bezrukov
- "Moms", "Brigade", "The Master and Margarita"
Completing our list with photos of actors and actresses who themselves sing in films, Sergey Bezrukov. It seems that absolutely any role is subject to him. In the frame, the artist does not just play, but as if he lives the life of his hero. He easily transforms into a poet, bandit, policeman and even a singer. Fortunately, his vocal abilities allow him to do this. The audience will probably well remember the series "Plot", for which Bezrukov recorded the soundtrack "Why are birches so rustling in Russia."
