40+ Celebrities Who Had Athletic Careers Before They Became Famous

Published on 03/29/2023
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Jane Lynch – Softball and Basketball

Jane Lynch is best known for her role as Sue Sylvester on the hit musical television show “Glee.” Her performance earned her a Primetime Emmy nomination. She has also appeared in both commercially and critically successful films. Among them are “A Mighty Wind,” “Two and a Half Men,” and “The 40-Year-Old Virgin” Lynch discusses her life and admits to liking the Chicago Cubs. She was also discovered to be a sports aficionado. She told Newnownext that she was a softball and basketball player in high school. She also admitted that she disliked basketball and was only recruited because of her height.

Jane Lynch – Softball And Basketball

Jane Lynch – Softball And Basketball

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Sheryl Crow – Track and Field

Sheryl Crow is the singer-songwriter behind successes such as “All I Wanna Do,” “Everyday Is a Winding Road,” and “If It Makes You Happy,” Her musical influence is well known for combining elements of rock, pop, country, folk, and blues. Before entering the industry, Crow was a standout athlete in college. She was a majorette and all-state track athlete at Kennett High School, where she won a gold medal in the 75-meter low hurdles. Despite the fact that it failed, she continues to run for charities. Crow has also been on the television shows “30 Rock” and “One Tree Hill.”

Sheryl Crow – Track And Field

Sheryl Crow – Track And Field

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