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Top Horror Scream Queens

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As reported by Us Magazine, horror fans have long celebrated the iconic "scream queens" who have left an indelible mark on the genre, with Jamie Lee Curtis and Neve Campbell topping the list of all-time greats. These talented actresses have not only survived countless on-screen terrors but have also helped define and elevate the horror genre through their memorable performances.

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Making the Case for Sarah Michelle Gellar as a Horror Icon

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Sarah Michelle Gellar's Horror Legacy

Sarah Michelle Gellar cemented her status as a horror icon through her roles in several influential 1990s and early 2000s genre films. Her breakout performance as Buffy Summers in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" (1997-2003) established her as a formidable on-screen presence battling supernatural forces

. Gellar's horror film credits include:

"I Know What You Did Last Summer" (1997)
"Scream 2" (1997)
"The Grudge" (2004)

While not always playing the final girl, Gellar's characters were often intelligent and resourceful

. Her performances helped revitalize the horror genre in the late 1990s

. Though she has moved on to other projects, Gellar remains proud of her work in horror and its impact, stating she hopes the legacy of shows like "Buffy" continues despite behind-the-scenes controversies

. Her influence extends to modern horror, with Gellar serving as an unofficial consultant on the upcoming "I Know What You Did Last Summer" reboot

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Neve Campbell's Impact on Horror

Neve Campbell's portrayal of Sidney Prescott in the "Scream" franchise revolutionized horror movies and established her as a modern scream queen. Her performance in the 1996 film "Scream" helped revitalize the slasher genre, with Campbell's Sidney becoming an iconic final girl who refused to be a helpless victim

. Campbell's impact on horror extends beyond "Scream":

She starred in the supernatural horror film "The Craft" (1996), which became a cult classic and sparked renewed interest in witchcraft among young audiences
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Campbell's performances challenged genre conventions and empowered audiences, especially young women, by portraying strong female characters
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Her role as Sidney Prescott across five "Scream" films spanning over 25 years has made her character one of the most enduring and beloved in horror history
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Campbell's contributions to horror have earned her critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base, with many viewers citing Sidney Prescott as an inspirational figure who made them feel more confident and empowered

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Jamie Lee Curtis's Screamfest

Jamie Lee Curtis's iconic horror roles have solidified her status as the ultimate "Scream Queen." Her breakout performance as Laurie Strode in John Carpenter's "Halloween" (1978) established her as a horror icon and launched her career

. Curtis went on to star in a string of horror films in the early 1980s, including:

"The Fog" (1980): Curtis played Elizabeth Solley, a hitchhiker caught in a supernatural fog.
"Prom Night" (1980): She portrayed Kim Hammond, a high school student targeted by a killer on prom night.
"Terror Train" (1980): Curtis starred as Alana Maxwell, a college student pursued by a masked killer on a train
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Curtis's portrayal of Laurie Strode across multiple "Halloween" films spanning over 40 years has become her most enduring horror role. She reprised the character in "Halloween II" (1981), "Halloween H20: 20 Years Later" (1998), and the recent trilogy of "Halloween" (2018), "Halloween Kills" (2021), and "Halloween Ends" (2022)

. Her performances in these films showcased Laurie's evolution from a vulnerable teenager to a resilient survivor, resonating with audiences and cementing Curtis's legacy in the horror genre.