THE 2024 MAXIM HOT 100

What does it mean to be hot? Maxim's eagerly anticipated Hot 100 portfolio asks just that, charting the individuals who are blazing a trail in entertainment, fashion, sports and pop culture. Not only are these world-class stars soaring high, breaking ground, smashing records and inspiring future generations with their inimitable talent and determination, they're doing it all while emitting a sizzling, sparkling energy that leaves us in awe. Read on with caution: These names are on fire right now!

- FREYA DROHAN

Sydney Sweeney @sydney_sweeney

She's the girl next door with serious range. Thanks to career-defining roles in "Euphoria" and "The White Lotus." as well as the hit rom-com "Anyone But You" (on which she was an executive producer), Sydney Sweeney appeared to be everywhere you looked this year. She's about to take on the role of history-making female boxing icon Christy Martin in a movie that'll surely pack a powerful punch.

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