Todd Gurley
Part of the Robbie Reader series
One might say that Todd Gurley is leaps and bounds ahead of most other running backs in the NFL. The time he spent on the track team in high school left him with a unique ability to jump over players trying to tackle him on the football field. This skill, along with his talent for scoring touchdowns, made scouts take notice of him. As a Georgia Bulldog, he continued to make a name for himself. Some even called him the best running back in college ball. All of this led the St. Louis Rams to claim him in the 2015 NFL Draft. Although the Rams are now back in Los Angeles, Gurley is still giving the game as much as he did during his rookie season in the Midwest.
Deshuan Watson
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When Deshaun Watson was 11 years old, he and his family received an amazing gift-a house of their own from Habitat for Humanity. When the day arrived for them to move in, a former NFL player handed them the keys. Little did Deshaun know then that one day he too would become a professional football player. His road to the NFL wasn't easy. But he sure made it look that way. He played on the Gainesville High School varsity team as a freshman. In college, he became the star of Clemson University. When he entered the 2017 NFL Draft, it was no surprise that he got snatched up during the first round, joining the Houston Texans as their newest quarterback.
Kylie Jenner
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Kylie Jenner was born into a famous family, but she has taken the fashion world by storm all on her own! As the youngest member of the Kardashian-Jenner family, Jenner has lived her life in the spotlight and been featured on countless TV shows, fashion magazines, and social media outlets. But the real Kylie is a private person who loves her family and has worked hard to create an empire that has made her one of the richest women in the world. Learn Kylie's amazing story and the secrets to her success in this engaging biography of a young star.
Derek Carr
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Derek Carr seemed destined to play football. His older brother David became a professional player when Derek was just a boy. His brother Darren coaches the sport at the high school level. But no one knew just how far the youngest Carr brother would take his football career. After playing through high school and college, Derek was chosen by the Oakland Raiders in the 2014 NFL Draft. Since that time he has risen to the ranks of the best quarterbacks in the nation. In addition to being a talented athlete, Derek is also a dedicated Christian, family man, and volunteer. He says that his life is all about his faith, family, and football.
Shawn Mendes
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Some people might say that uploading videos of cover songs to social media sites is a waste of time. After all, what are the chances that a person could become famous this way? Just ask Shawn Mendes. After posting his versions of different songs to Vine in 2013, he was discovered. A short time later, the young singer and guitarist signed a record deal with Island Records. He now has two full-length albums under his belt, along with an EP that shot to the top spot on iTunes in less than an hour after its release. Performing live with such musical greats as Taylor Swift and John Mayer, Shawn is now a successful artist in his own right. In 2017, he won the American Music Award for Favorite Adult Contemporary Artist.
Hailee Steinfeld
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Hailee Steinfeld decided she wanted to be an actress when she was just a little girl. After a few years of playing small parts, she tried out for a big role in a famous film called True Grit. Hailee not only got the part, she became one of the most respected and popular young actresses of her time! Follow Hailee's life and career in both movies and music in this fact-filled biography of a bright young talent.
Harry Styles
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British superstar Harry Styles rocketed to fame around the world as a member of the pop music group One Direction. The band had formed in 2010 while its members were competing on the televised talent competition The X Factor. After ruling the pop music charts for several years and selling out nearly every concert they played, the group decided to call it quits in 2015. But Harry was far from done with the music business. He wanted to pursue a rock music career on his own. Today he is a successful solo music artist as well as a promising actor.
Ezekiel Elliott
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Ezekiel Elliott always dreamed of being a football player. His parents were both star athletes, and they expected a lot from Ezekiel. He delivered in style, becoming a three-sport star in high school and going on to an amazing college career on the football field. But the best was yet to come for Ezekiel when he was chosen by the Dallas Cowboys as their starting running back. Follow the ups and downs of Ezekiel's life on and off the field in this informative biography of one of today's hottest athletes.
Meghan Markle
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Meghan Markle was not born into a royal family-or even a wealthy one. Her father worked as a lighting director on a television show. Her mother was a yoga instructor and social worker. After graduating from college with a communications degree, Meghan decided to pursue an acting career. This took a lot of hard work and patience. But she was as determined as the character she would one day play on the television show Suits. Few people could have predicted the next big event in her life, however. After meeting Prince Harry on a blind date, Meghan would soon become his wife and dedicate the rest of her working life to humanitarianism.
Prince Harry
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Prince Harry's image is known throughout the world. The British royal is the son of Prince Charles and the late Diana, Princess of Wales. His face regularly appears on the covers of magazines and front pages of newspapers, often alongside his new wife, the Duchess of Sussex. After spending a decade in the British army as a helicopter pilot, Harry now dedicates his life to helping people in a variety of other ways. His charity work, inspired by his beloved mother and his own military service, focuses largely on wounded veterans. He is also a champion of people dealing with mental illness.
Gal Gadot
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Before 2017, a woman had never starred as the lead role in a superhero movie. All that changed when Gal Gadot exploded onto the screen in Wonder Woman. Gadot is a lot like her character. Smart and strong, Gadot was a soldier in the Israeli army and also had a successful modeling and acting career. Learn about Gadot's many powerful roles and learn why this superhero actress has become a role model for young people all over the world.
Camila Cabello
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Camila Cabello was once a shy girl who was terrified of singing in public. She loved music so much that she overcame her fears and auditioned for the popular TV show The X Factor. As part of the singing group Fifth Harmony, Cabello became successful around the world. This talented singer wanted more. Learn how Cabello found the courage to go out on her own and become one of the most popular performers of her time in this inspiring biography.
Jayson Tatum
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Some people might say Jayson Tatum didn't receive the best start in life. Others would say he was born to the best mother possible. Although she discovered she was pregnant with Jayson right out of high school, Brandy Cole was determined to do everything she could to make dreams come true for them both. For her that meant becoming a lawyer. For him it would mean becoming a professional basketball player. With her help-and a lot of hard work on his part-Jayson Tatum made that dream a reality when he was drafted by the Boston Celtics in 2017.
Ed Sheeran
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Ed Sheeran was an unlikely music superstar. With his bright red hair and casual fashion sense, he doesn't look like many other popular musicians that top the charts today. He also doesn't sound like everybody else. Ed's unique form of rap music played on his acoustic guitar is just one of the things that set this British musician apart from the rest of the crowd. By embracing all the things that make him different, Ed has learned that quirks can make a talented performer stand out in the competitive world of pop music.
Kristaps Porzingis
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Not everyone was happy with the New York Knicks's 12th overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft. Many even booed at the selection of Kristaps Porzingis. But he didn't let the jeers stop him from celebrating. The young Latvian player had played professional basketball in Spain before coming to the United States, where he would soon become one of the best known players in the sport. Kristaps knew he would have to work hard to win over his city. And he was up to the task. Some of those fans now see the 7-foot, 3-inch power forward and center as the player who will lead the Knicks to their first NBA finals in decades.
Dak Prescott
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Dak Prescott always worked hard. Although his family did not have much money, his mother taught him to keep trying and reach for his dreams. Dak's biggest dream was to play for the Dallas Cowboys. All through high school and college, Dak worked to make his dream come true. When he finally got the chance, Dak faced many challenges before he could rise to the top. Through it all, Dak showed that he is truly a champion!