These Celebrities Were All Cheerleaders Before Making It Big

Phaedra Parks

Clarke Central High School in Athens, Georgia was where this Real Housewives star and lawyer got her start. Seen here wearing a red, white, and gold uniform, she had all the spunk a cheerleader needs. This fiery spirit was especially helpful when she went to law school later on in her life. 

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The More You Know

  • Brad Pitt first gained recognition as a cowboy hitchhiker in the road movie Thelma & Louise.
  • Growing up, Eva Mendes wanted to be a nun, but she changed her mind when she found out they didn't make any money.
  • Jennifer Aniston was known as the class clown in high school.
  • Lady Gaga taught herself to play the piano at only four years old!
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