All became overnight sensations when they were introduced to the novel's millions of fans as the faces of Edward, Bella and Jacob — the three high-school students with mystical secrets at the center of the story. Edward is a vampire, Jacob is a werewolf and Bella is the ordinary teenage girl loved by both of them.
Pattinson, 23, Stewart, 19, and Lautner, 17, went from bit parts to big stars with the first "Twilight" film. As they prepare for the release Friday of the anticipated sequel, "New Moon," the young cast reflected on the ups and downs of newfound fame.