{"id":2276920,"date":"2026-02-11T06:36:06","date_gmt":"2026-02-11T06:36:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2276920"},"modified":"2026-02-11T06:36:06","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T06:36:06","slug":"scream-queen-and-rom-com-royalty-happy-birthday-emma-roberts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/scream-queen-and-rom-com-royalty-happy-birthday-emma-roberts\/","title":{"rendered":"Scream Queen and Rom-Com Royalty: Happy Birthday, Emma Roberts!"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Today, Tuesday, February 10, 2026<\/strong>, the entertainment world is raising a glass to Emma Roberts<\/strong> as she turns 35<\/strong>. Born in 1991 into a cinematic dynasty\u2014daughter of Eric Roberts and niece of Julia Roberts\u2014Emma has carved out a distinct and formidable career that is entirely her own.<\/p>\n

As of 2026, Emma is embracing a new era of her life. Between her thriving production company, Belletrist<\/strong>, her engagement to Cody John<\/strong>, and raising her five-year-old son, Rhodes<\/strong>. Fresh off the viral success of American Horror Story: Delicate and her recent return to folk horror in the upcoming A Body in the Woods<\/strong>, Roberts continues to prove that she is the undisputed queen of the \u201cmean girl with a heart of gold\u201d archetype.<\/p>\n

Emma Roberts\u2019 10 Most Recognizable Works<\/strong><\/h2>\n

1. American Horror Story<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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If one role defines Emma Roberts, it\u2019s the telekinetic, sharp-tongued Madison Montgomery. Debuting in Coven (2013), Madison became a social media sensation. Between her iconic \u201cSurprise, b\u2014h\u201d entrance and her ruthless ambition, Roberts created a character so beloved she was brought back for the Apocalypse crossover.<\/p>\n

2. Scream Queens<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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All hail Chanel No. 1. In this Ryan Murphy camp-classic, Roberts perfected the role of the narcissistic sorority president. Her impeccable fashion, creative insults, and \u201cChanel-isms\u201d turned the show into a cult phenomenon that fans are still begging for a revival of in 2026.<\/p>\n

3. Wild Child<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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The ultimate 2000s teen classic. As the rebellious Malibu princess sent to an English boarding school, Roberts delivered a quintessential fish-out-of-water performance. It remains a staple of Gen Z nostalgia and the film that proved she could carry a movie on her own.<\/p>\n

4. We\u2019re the Millers<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Roberts showed off her comedic chops alongside Jennifer Aniston and Jason Sudeikis in this box-office smash. Playing a cynical, \u201chomeless\u201d runaway posing as a suburban daughter, she provided the perfect dry-witted balance to the chaotic family dynamic.<\/p>\n

5. Unfabulous <\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Where it all began for a generation of Nickelodeon fans. As the guitar-playing Addie Singer, Roberts captured the awkwardness of middle school with a charm that made her an instant teen idol and launched her music career.<\/p>\n

6. Scream 4 <\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Roberts pulled off one of the greatest \u201cfinal girl\u201d subversions in horror history. Her turn as Jill\u2014Sidney Prescott\u2019s niece with a deadly secret\u2014cemented her status as a \u201cScream Queen\u201d and showcased a darker, more manipulative side of her acting range.<\/p>\n

7. Nerve <\/strong><\/h3>\n
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In this neon-soaked techno-thriller, Roberts starred alongside Dave Franco as a high schooler caught in an increasingly dangerous online game. The film was a visual feast and proved she could thrive in high-stakes action roles.<\/p>\n

8. Aquamarine<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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A childhood favorite for many, this mermaid rom-com saw Roberts as the shy, loyal Claire. It was a breakout moment that highlighted her \u201cnice girl\u201d era before she leaned into the more \u201cwicked\u201d characters she\u2019s known for today.<\/p>\n

9. Holidate <\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Roberts returned to the rom-com genre with this Netflix hit. Her chemistry with Luke Bracey and her relatable take on \u201choliday dating fatigue\u201d made it an instant seasonal classic that remains a top-streamed movie every December.<\/p>\n

10. Nancy Drew <\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Stepping into the shoes of the world\u2019s most famous teen sleuth, Roberts brought a retro-chic energy to the 2007 adaptation. It was a crucial stepping stone that showed she could lead a major franchise with poise.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n