40+ Celebrities Who Had Athletic Careers Before They Became Famous

Published on 03/29/2023
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Matthew Fox – Football

Matthew Fox is best known for his roles as Charlie Salinger in “Party of Five” and Jack Shephard in “Lost.” The majority of people, though, are unaware of his collegiate football career. His commanding presence drew the attention of the Columbia team, and he quickly joined them. Fox concluded after a few wins and losses that the sport might not be for him and pursued a new path. Everything, I believe, just brings him to where he needs to be. With his acting ability, he has received multiple Golden Globe and Primetime Emmy nods.

Matthew Fox – Football

Matthew Fox – Football

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Renée Zellweger – Cheerleading

Renée Zellweger rose to stardom after major performances in “Nurse Betty,” “Bridget Jones’ Diary,” and “The Thing About Pam.” In 2007, she was also ranked one of the world’s highest-paid actresses. Zellweger advertised her appearances on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” where she demonstrated her secret but exceptional cheerleading abilities. She said that she tried cheerleading, gymnastics, and debating while attending Katy High School. When Fallon ordered her to recreate a seventh-grade routine, she immediately removed her stilettos, chanted a chant, and executed an unbelievable high kick.

Renée Zellweger – Cheerleading

Renée Zellweger – Cheerleading

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