40+ Celebrities Who Had Athletic Careers Before They Became Famous

Published on 03/29/2023
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Charlie Sheen – Baseball

“The Three Musketeers,” “Wall Street,” and “The Arrival.” are among Charlie Sheen’s most well-known films. Two of his most well-known roles are Charlie Crawford in “Spin City” and Charlie Harper in “Two and a Half Men.” In 2010, he was paid $1.8 million each episode of the latter, making him the highest-paid television actor. Sheen attended Santa Monica High School in California with other actors Rob Lowe and Robert Downey Jr. before performing in these shows. He played baseball in high school and was a strong pitcher. Despite this, he has maintained his passion for performing over the years.

Charlie Sheen – Baseball

Charlie Sheen – Baseball

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Ellen DeGeneres – Tennis

Ellen DeGeneres has established herself as one of the most well-known comedians, hosts, actresses, writers, and producers in America. Since 2003, she has hosted “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” for which she has received 33 Daytime Emmy Awards. The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, the Carol Burnett Award, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom are among her many honors. When interviewing a wide range of singers and celebrities, DeGeneres often exposes details about her own life. One of them is her passion for tennis. She attended famous gatherings on occasion and attempted to arrange a match between Naomi Osaka and Michael B. Jordan.

Ellen DeGeneres – Tennis

Ellen DeGeneres – Tennis

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