While Madonna has starred in several movies, some have been major flops. Scroll through to see a ranking of pop stars’ acting success, from best to worst.
Scroll through for TheWrap’s look at pop stars who have made the leap to film.
MGM
Cher
The pop icon started her music career as half of Sonny and Cher in the 1960s. The two starred in “The Sonny and Cher Comedy Hour” in the ’70s, and then Cher broke into a solo music career before pursuing acting in the ’80s. It was a good career move. She was nominated for a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her work in “Silkwood” and won the award for Best Actress for her role in “Moonstruck.”
Getty
Will Smith
Smith started his hip-hop career as part of the duo DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince. He starred on the sitcom “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” for six seasons before becoming a box office titan in titles like “Men in Black” and “I Am Legend.” And — oh, yeah — he’s been nominated for two Oscars.
MGM
Frank Sinatra
Sinatra became an icon for his music, but his career was far from limited to singing. He won an Oscar for his performance in “From Here to Eternity” and has dozens more film acting credits.
Paramount
Jennifer Hudson
Hudson starred in her very first film with Beyonce Knowles in “Dreamgirls” as Effie White. The performance landed the “American Idol” alum an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress, launching her multi-hyphenate acting and singing career.
Also Read: 12 Movies to Play in the Background: From ‘Amelie’ to ‘The Fifth Element’ (Photos)
Paramount Pictures
Mark Wahlberg
Marky Mark ditched that moniker after his TV movie debut in “The Substitute” in 1993, which helped him pivot onto the big screen with roles in films ranging from the iconic “Boogie Nights” to “Transformers: The Last Knight.” And yes, he’s got two Oscar nods under his belt to boot.
Miramax
Queen Latifah
Born Dana Elaine Owens, Queen Latifah broke onto the music scene in 1988 with her single “Wrath of My Madness.” Later, her single “U.
