Taylor Momsen on Why She Stopped Acting and Her Music Career

There’s something about child stars who walk away from Hollywood on their own terms—rare as it is, it always invites curiosity. Taylor Momsen did exactly that, and the story she tells about why is more direct than most.

Known for: Lead vocalist of The Pretty Reckless, role as Cindy Lou Who in How the Grinch Stole Christmas ·
Born: July 26, 1993 ·
Acting career: 1999–2011 ·
Net worth (estimated): $10 million ·
Instagram followers: Over 2 million