The Celebrity 100: Forbes' Most Powerful of 2009
#12 Dr. Phil McGraw
After entering into the public eye as a recurring guest on 'The Oprah Winfrey Show', Dr. Phil has become known for his tough love. (AP Photo/Dan Steinberg)
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#19 LeBron James Lebron James was named the NBA Rookie of the Year in 2003–04, NBA Most Valuable Player in 2008–09, and has been both All-NBA and an All-Star every season since 2005. (AP Photo/Amy Sancetta, File)
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#17 Harrison For... 66-year old Harrison Ford may be best know for his older roles of Hans Solo or Indiana Jones, but the Chicago native has still got it. (AP Photo/Peter Kramer)
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#16 Adam Sandler Funnyman Adam Sandler keeps movie fans coming back for more of his wacky humor. (AP Photo/Lucas Jackson)
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#15 Coldplay The British rockers lit the American music scene on fire with their debut album, 'Parachutes', in 2000 and have been keeping their spot on the charts warm ever since. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
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#14 David Letter... After nearly 30 years of hosting 'Late Night with David Letterman', he can still still command an audience. (AP Photo/Tom Strattman)
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#13 Britney Spea... Pop princess Britney Spears has had her ups and downs over the years, but it looks like the unpredictable star is getting her act together again. (AP Photo/Peter Kramer, file)
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#12 Dr. Phil McG... After entering into the public eye as a recurring guest on 'The Oprah Winfrey Show', Dr. Phil has become known for his tough love. (AP Photo/Dan Steinberg)
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#11 Will Smith Will has sure come a long way since his days on 'Fresh Prince of Bel Air.' (AP Photo/Michael Sohn)
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#10 Kobe Bryant The only professional athlete in the top 10, Laker Kobe Bryant snags a spot amongst the Hollywood elite. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
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#9 Brad Pitt Brad Pitt arrives on the red carpet for the film 'Inglourious Basterds', during the 62nd International film festival in Cannes, southern France (AP Photo/Matt Sayles)
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#8 Jennifer Anis... Jennifer Aniston cracks the top 10, edging out her ex-husband Brad Pitt. (AP Photo/Ina Fassbender, Pool)
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#7 Steven Spielb... Director Steven Spielberg is awarded an honorary degree from Boston University during graduation proceedings. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
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#6 Bruce Springs... Bruce Springsteen performs on stage with his E Street band in Toronto during his 'Working on a Dream' tour. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Chris Young)
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#5 Beyonce Knowl... R&B sensation Beyonce Knowles wedges her way into the the top five. (AP Photo/Keystone/Walter Bieri)
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#3 Madonna The controversial pop icon is always making headlines. (AP Photo/Evan Agostini, file)
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#2 Oprah Winfrey Talk-show queen Oprah Winfrey dropped from her cushy first place rank in 2008. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
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#1 Angelina Joli... Angelina Jolie, Hollywood bad girl gone good, dethrones last year's no. 1, Oprah Winfrey, and takes the top spot. (AP Photo/Matt Sayles, file)
