Chris Pine at HBO Post Golden Globe Party at Circa 55, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, Beverly Hills, CA - 11.01.09

Showest managing director Mitch Neuhauser insists the young star was an easy choice this year (09) as everyone expects Pine to be a huge name after he plays Captain James T. Kirk in the upcoming Star Trek blockbuster.

Neuhauser says, "ShoWest has a history of recognising major talents at the very earliest points in their rising careers and Pine's impressive skills on the screen and stage will be sure to be showcased."

Pine follows a long line of impressive Star of Tomorrow recipients, including Shia LaBeouf (2007), Hayden Christensen (2005), Brad Pitt (1993) and Johnny Depp (1990).

Source: WENN