40+ Celebrities Who Had Athletic Careers Before They Became Famous

Published on 03/29/2023
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George Clooney – Baseball

Despite his humble beginnings, George Clooney is now one of Hollywood’s biggest stars. He went to Augusta High School and told Esquire that he did well in school and enjoyed baseball and basketball. He aspired to be a professional baseball player and attempted to sign with the Cincinnati Reds. Although it failed, it served as a reminder that he was destined for higher things. His breakthrough roles were in “ER” and “From Dusk till Dawn.” He is the director and performer of the commercially and critically successful films “Confessions of a Dangerous Mind” and “Leatherheads,”

George Clooney – Baseball

George Clooney – Baseball

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Terry Crews – Football

Terry Crews rose to notoriety in football before making his TV debut. He played defensive end and linebacker for the Los Angeles Rams, San Diego Chargers, and Washington Redskins in the National Football League. He began in 1991 and worked there until 1997, when he chose to pursue acting. It was a wise decision, since he went on to star in “Everybody Hates Chris” and “Brooklyn Nine-Nine.” He also appeared on “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” and “America’s Got Talent.” Crews told ReelTalks that the structure and standards of football are similar to those of acting, which aided his early adjustment.

Terry Crews – Football

Terry Crews – Football

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