These Celebrities Were All Cheerleaders Before Making It Big

Kelly Ripa

Kelly Ripa grew up as a performer in southern New Jersey. The future soap opera star attended Eastern Regional High School, and joined the cheerleading team, chanting spirited sayings at the crowds. She also took drama classes in school. Her teacher, Jim Beckley, told her to continue acting, and she's probably glad to have followed that advice. 

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