Meet The Superstars Who Were Heavily Into Sports Before They Became Famous

Published on 01/07/2023
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Matthew Fox – Football

Matthew Fox’s most well-known performances were those of Charlie Salinger in “Party of Five” and Jack Shephard in the drama series “Lost,” but he also had a collegiate football career, which most people aren’t aware of. The Columbia squad was drawn to him by his imposing presence, and he eventually joined them. After a few wins and losses, Fox decided that perhaps the sport wasn’t for him and started looking for another direction. I assume everything simply led him to his intended location. For his acting prowess, he has received numerous Golden Globe and Primetime Emmy nominations.

Matthew Fox – Football

Matthew Fox – Football

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Renée Zellweger – Cheerleading

Renée Zellweger gained fame with the movie “Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation,” which led to leading roles in movies including “Nurse Betty,” “Bridget Jones’ Diary,” and “The Thing About Pam,” and she was also named one of the highest-paid actresses in the world in 2007. While advertising her gigs, Zellweger displayed her excellent cheerleading abilities on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” When she was a student at Katy High School in the past, she allegedly tried out cheerleading, gymnastics, and debating. When Fallon asked her to perform a routine from seventh grade, she took off her stilettos right away, chanted a song, and gave a great high kick.

Renée Zellweger – Cheerleading

Renée Zellweger – Cheerleading

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