I was thinking about my childhood memories and started to remember how much I loved the books and movies American Girl produced. You still see some coming out, but nothing beats the originals. You might be surprised to see which actresses starred in the films and where they are now.
Abigail Breslin
Turning 20 this year, Abigail starred in "Kit Kittredge: An American Girl" back in 2008. Kit was always my favorite American Girl for her passions about justice and journalism. Abigail has since been involved in movies like "My Sister's Keeper and Ender's Game," as well as some television series and movies.
AnnaSophia Robb
AnnaSophia Robb is 22 years old. Her career took off as an actress after starring as the title character in the TV movie, "Samantha: An American Girl Holiday" in 2004. Now she is one of the most recognized young American actresses having performed in films like "Because of Winn Dixie, Bridge to Terabithia" and "Soul Surfer."
Shailene Woodley
Probably the best American Girl movie as far as film quality goes, "Felicity: An American Girl Adventure" featured rising star Shailene Woodley in 2005. The oldest of our classic Girls at 24, she is now recognized primarily as the star of the "Divergent" series and "The Fault In Our Stars."
Maya Ritter
Maya, 22, is really only known for her role in "Molly: An American Girl on the Home Front." The movie was released in 2006, and Maya has been off the screen since being a guest on "Rookie Blue" in 2012.
American Girl as a company has made four other films based on more modern Girls (Isabelle, McKenna, Saige, and Grace), but the classics will always be closest to my heart!