40+ Celebrities Who Had Athletic Careers Before They Became Famous

Published on 03/29/2023
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Jamie Foxx – Basketball and Football

Jamie Foxx’s career took off after he joined the comedy show “In Living Color.” After the show ended, he went on to star in, co-create, and produce his own sitcom, “The Jamie Foxx Show,” and he went on to become one of the most award-winning comedians. Foxx enjoys sports in addition to acting. He played basketball and football at Terrell High School during his high school years. He was the school’s first 1,000-yard passer, and he aspired to be a member of the Dallas Cowboys. Despite the fact that it did not go through, he continued to play on the side and participated in the 2018 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.

Jamie Foxx – Basketball And Football

Jamie Foxx – Basketball And Football

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Amy Adams – Dancing and Track

Amy Adams’ path to becoming one of the world’s highest-paid actresses was not without incident. She went to Douglas County High School and, while she was not academically talented, she was very interested in the arts and sports. She competed in track and field as well as gymnastics. Adams told the Hollywood Reporter that she originally intended to pursue track and field since she could sprint swiftly, but she discovered that she preferred dance. As a result, she began her career as a dinner theater dancer. She then appeared in lesser-known films such as “Drop Dead Gorgeous” before making a name for herself with “Junebug.” She established her status as a leading lady with parts in “Enchanted” and “The Fighter,”

Amy Adams – Dancing And Track

Amy Adams – Dancing And Track

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