Anna Kendrick is a popular American Oscar-nominated actress, who is known for her roles in several hit movies, including a supporting role in Twilight. Born in Portland, Maine, she began her acting career as a child in High Society, a popular Broadway musical. After earning a Theatre World Award for her performance, she then played a supporting role in a New York City Opera production of A Little Night Music, a musical by Stephen Sondheim. Eventually, she ventured into movies and gained prominence as a film actress after her role in the romantic fantasy movie Twilight, where she played the best friend of the main character. She reprised her role in The Twilight Saga: New Moon. She has also appeared a few times on television, in episodes of shows such as Fear Itself and Comedy Bang! Bang! Also a singer, Anna Kendrick sang a cover of the popular song Cups for the soundtrack of the film Pitch Perfect, appearing in its music video as well. The song was a huge hit, peaking at No 6 in the US Billboard 100, and at No 2 in the US Adult Top 40.
