15 Actors Forever Remembered For One Character

15. Kristen Stewart

Kristen Stewart may have taken on bold, award-winning roles since, but she’ll always be linked to Bella Swan and the Twilight craze. For better or worse, that love triangle and those vampire stares made her a pop culture icon. | © Summit Entertainment

14. Chris Hemsworth

Chris Hemsworth nailed the role of Thor, not just with the muscles, but also with surprisingly great comedy chops. He turned the God of Thunder into one of Marvel’s most fun and unforgettable heroes, and honestly, it’s hard to imagine anyone else doing it better. | © Marvel Studios

13. Alicia Silverstone

Alicia Silverstone will always be Cher from Clueless, stylish, sweet, and unforgettable. That one role turned her into a '90s icon, and honestly, she made it look effortless. | © Paramount Pictures

12. James Gandolfini

James Gandolfini didn’t just play Tony Soprano; he was the real Tony Soprano, capturing all the contradictions of a mob boss with a troubled soul. His powerful performance made The Sopranos a TV landmark, and his presence still echoes through every scene. | © HBO

11. Carrie Fisher

You can't talk about Carrie Fisher, who gave the world Princess Leia, sharp, fearless, and totally unforgettable. Her legacy lives on in Star Wars, where she helped shape one of the most iconic roles in sci-fi history. | © Walt Disney Pictures

10. Elijah Wood

So many people grew up with Elijah Wood and Lord of the Rings that he will always be Frodo to millions who followed his journey from the Shire to Mount Doom. He’s taken on all kinds of roles since, but none quite captured hearts the way that wide-eyed hobbit did. | © New Line Cinema

9. Aaron Paul

Aaron Paul and Jesse Pinkman are basically the same person in the minds of most people; that's how incredibly real his performance felt. No matter what roles he takes on, fans will always hear “yo” and think of the guy who broke bad right alongside Walter White. | © Sony Pictures Television

8. Heath Ledger

Heath Ledger’s Joker wasn’t just scary, he was really unforgettable, the kind of villain who gets under your skin and stays there through the movie. It’s heartbreaking that it was one of his final roles, but what a legacy to leave behind; no Joker since has come close. | © Warner Bros. Pictures

7. Anthony Hopkins

Anthony Hopkins has played plenty of brilliant roles, but let’s be honest, for fans, he will always be Hannibal Lecter. With just a calm voice and a chilling stare, he turned a few minutes of screen time into pure nightmare fuel, so even Mads Mikkelsen couldn't top his performance. | © Orion Pictures

6. Christopher Reeve

Christopher Reeve didn’t just wear the cape; he was Superman in four films, with the second often cited as one of the greatest superhero films ever. Even decades later, whenever David Corenswet steps into the role, fans can’t help but think, Yeah, but he’s no Reeve. | © Marvel Studios

5. Johnny Depp

Johnny Depp made Jack Sparrow one of the most iconic movie characters ever, bringing a unique combination of charm and humor, so fans couldn't think of Pirates of the Caribbean without Depp as Captain Jack. No matter what else he does, he’ll always be remembered first as the pirate who made the franchise a hit. | © Walt Disney Pictures

4. Daniel Radcliffe

Daniel Radcliffe may have taken on some wild, unexpected, and notable roles since childhood, but he will always be remembered as Harry Potter. Cast at just 12 years old, he grew up on screen and became the face of a magical world of Hogwarts that defined a generation. | © Warner Bros. Pictures

3. Michael Carlisle Hall

Michael Carlisle Hall is an actor who will always be remembered for Dexter Morgan, a forensic expert with a dark secret that made viewers question their morals. Hall has other brilliant performances in his resume, but even as a younger version steps in for a prequel, Hall’s voice will still guide the story. | © Showtime Networks

2. Hugh Jackman

Hugh Jackman brought Wolverine to life like no one else could, turning the mutant into the face of the X-Men franchise and one of the most beloved superheroes. Even with a strong film career outside of Marvel, fans will never forget his intense and emotional role as Logan. | © Marvel Studios

1. Bryan Cranston

Bryan Cranston is forever remembered as Walter White in Breaking Bad, a significant transformation from his comedic beginnings in Malcolm in the Middle. His performance as a mild-mannered teacher turned ruthless criminal mastermind left an indelible mark on television history. Cranston still appears as Walt in occasional cameos and commercials. | © Sony Pictures Television