Welcome to Gen Z Class of 2025, Elite Daily’s quarterly showcase of rising young talent. This year, we’re celebrating the actors, musicians, comedians, and creators who are making their mark in the industry with standout projects and major career moves this year. Next up, meet the artists shaping the next generation of music.

Most Likely To Take The Main Stage

The Hype Is Real

Alex Warren Isn’t An Influencer Anymore

The singer is climbing the charts — and he doesn’t care if you hate it.

By Dylan Kickham
She Made It

Rachel Chinouriri’s Charmed Turn Of Events

The British artist has outpaced every metric she set for herself.

By Sarah Ellis
LIT RIGHT NOW

Meovv Are Ready For The K-Pop Crown

The group’s debut EP is the beginning of something “really big.”

By Rachel Chapman
the rightest way

Gigi Perez Is Turning Her Grief Into Hope

The “Sailor Song” singer knows the power of sharing her story.

By Rachel Chapman
I Could Be Your Brunette

For Tucker Wetmore, Singing About Whiskey Is So Serious

He name-drops the drink in over half the songs on his debut LP.

By Dylan Kickham
Two-Lane Pop FTW

Ashley Cooke Is Taking It All In

Country’s rising star thinks it’s the "most beautiful time in the music industry."

By Mary Siroky

Best In Show

She's So Lucky, She's A Star

No One Knows Olivia Holt’s Next Move

The 27-year-old doesn’t have a niche — and she likes it that way.

By Hannah Kerns
Crush Alert

Nico Hiraga Is Your Favorite Pop Star’s Favorite Heartthrob

The Sweethearts actor calls Sabrina Carpenter “a homie.”

By Rachel Chapman
Superpower Unlocked

Genneya Walton Is Proof That Manifestations Work

Next up on the Daredevil: Born Again star’s list? A Spidey crossover.

By Rachel Chapman
No. 1 Draft Pick

Fabrizio Guido Shot His Shot & Scored Big With Running Point

The 25-year-old bet on himself to land his buzziest role yet.

By Dylan Kickham
Challenge Accepted

Siena Agudong Won’t Let Fear Of Failure Hold Her Back

The Sidelined: The QB and Me star is going with the flow.

By Marilyn La Jeunesse