Emmy Rossum

Emmy Rossum established herself as one of the most versatile performers of her generation through her work in film, television, and music. Born in New York City, she showed extraordinary talent from a young age, joining the Metropolitan Opera’s children’s chorus at just seven years old and performing in over 20 operas before the age of twelve. This classical training would later inform both her acting and singing career.

Rossum’s film breakthrough came with her starring role as Christine Daae in the 2004 film adaptation of The Phantom of the Opera, directed by Joel Schumacher. Her performance showcased her remarkable vocal abilities and earned her a Golden Globe nomination. She had previously appeared in the films Songcatcher, An American Rhapsody, and Mystic River. She also starred in the disaster film The Day After Tomorrow alongside Jake Gyllenhaal and Dennis Quaid.

Her most defining role came as Fiona Gallagher in the Showtime series Shameless, which ran from 2011 to 2019. Rossum’s portrayal of the tough, resourceful eldest daughter of a dysfunctional Chicago family earned widespread critical acclaim. She also directed two episodes of the series. In 2018, she famously negotiated for equal pay with co-star William H. Macy, becoming a prominent voice for pay equity in Hollywood.

With an estimated net worth of $15 million, Rossum’s wealth comes from her television salary on Shameless, film work, music career, and directing and producing endeavors. She released a pop album titled Inside Out and a holiday album called Carol of the Bells. She married Mr. Robot creator Sam Esmail in 2017, and the couple has a daughter. Rossum has continued to take on selective projects while also developing material behind the camera, including producing the Peacock limited series Angelyne.