And since sweet people are often the target of bullies, none of us found it surprising when Colfer revealed that he was bullied in school. Everyone was apparently surprised when he got in The Mickey Mouse Club and was on TV., According to Reddit, the singer and actress Demi Lovato was an awful bully in school even though she has claimed that she was the target of bullies herself One day, this girl who was popular starting saying, Demi should kill herself and it resulted in a suicide petition that got passed around and she had other classmates sign it., However, one Redditor has said She was always super popular and had a reputation for being a bully. Tom Hanks was in this midwestern theater troop (way before he got famous) that visited my moms high school. Getty/Joe Corrigan, Frederick M. Brown Ever wonder what celebrities were like when they were just normal, awkward teenagers? 15 Celebrities Who Were Nerds in High School. Proceed with caution if you hear these comments. She and her friend both thought he was the best one in the troop and also thought he was insanely nice. 22. Freddie Prinze Jr. and Neil Patrick Harris. 4. Carson responded, "That's probably true.". She was just a normal kid, but if you asked for an autograph/made a big deal about her you got detention. I went to high school with Wayne Sermon, guitar player for Imagine Dragons. 26. He was a basketball fan and came to most of our schools games. I saw him in the hallways, he liked to wear big white t-shirts. I pretty sure he hung out her house one time too, I think their parents were friends. When asked about this, Cameron said that she remembers young Snoop, who wore baggy pants and had a ponytail. Taylor Swift claims that she was never popular in school and that no one really liked her. LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - February comes to an end in a quiet fashion weather-wise. I always had the feeling that sooner or later, she will get worldwide famous cause she just had that inner star in her. I wasnt friends with him but I was an athlete who hung out with the theatre crowd. Simply the Worlds Most Interesting Travel Site, Celebrities Were Just As Awkward In High School (And We Have The Receipts To Prove It! "I was a geek, I was into musical theater, which isn't perceived as the coolest thing. Lady GaGa has also been quoted as saying, "I don't really meet that many other artists because I'm actually kinda shy. 1. The professional basketball player for the Oklahoma City Thunder of the National Basketball Association (NBA), Carmelo Anthony, always knew he was special. Ed Sheeran was a year below me in High School. } Quiet kid, but always very humble and kind. Janel said she was bullied in high school, as she was "not the popular girl at all" and preferred musical theater rehearsal to going to the mall. I went to the same school as Dua Lipa for a year. Reddit user @drowsydeku recalls that his dad has a fun drawing made by the legendary Brad Pitt himself. Even though she has said she "had the normal high school experience," she admits, "I wasn't, like, socially comfortable, that's for sure. Maya Angelou. "I was a drama nerd. She was absolutely gorgeous then and now. My grandma went to the same high school as James Dean. He wasnt nice either Ill be honest. "In college, I would push an overhead projector across campus with my pants just low enough to show my butt. 19. I lived in the dorms with Andy Samberg at UCSC freshman year. When you think of Steve Harvey, you think of witty comebacks and a very unique line of expressive faces. One Redditor has revealed that Murray was always full of himself, even in high school Chad Michael Murray went to my high school, he's always been a douche. She writes about astrology, games, love, relationships, and entertainment. UK. Its pretty nice to see a guy so famous keep his roots. A normal, high school girl kind of . I wonder what got him to make a complete 180? 1. Benedict almost failed his final high school exams. When Branson was about seven years old, his mother decided to try and remedy this, so she forced him out of her car three miles from their home and told him to find his way back by talking to people. Hayek didn't get off to such a great start, however. Went to high school with John Legend. "I wasn't the popular girl in school and didn't have any boyfriends in high school because I was a nerd. I hate fame. 4. The Postal Service is not done making changes to your mail, including how much you're paying. Benedict Cumberbatch In one of his numerous interviews, Cumberbatch said that he was lazy in high school. While an unscientific sampling, a simple Google search will show many a number of user-submitted questions inquiring why Johnny Depp is so "shy. I was like a teacher's pet." I was somewhere in between." Apparently on the bus Jamie would hand out CDs of Britneys when she was first getting started with music. 2010 The Thought & Expression Company, LLC. I was a sophomore and she was a senior when she made her breakthrough in The Phantom Menace. I don't think there's a teenager alive who really knows how to do eyeliner correctly it's part of the rite of passage. After making that many movies casting himself as a dorky guy with nothing to offer, only to still get the hot girl at the end, anyone can tell that Adam Sandler has some hang-ups about himself. 13. While this hasn't been confirmed or denied, I feel like I should believe it because this is Will Ferrell we're talking about, after all. Some of the celebrity-operated schools have been successful, and some have seen their share of problems. In 2014, one of Taylor's old classmates, Chelsea Alford, spoke to the Daily Mail and remembered her as "sweet" and "kind of goofy.". Good for you, Calista. In his autobiography, her father, music legend Quincy Jones, recounted that she spent much ofher childhood reading. When he re-entered school he was shy and quiet My sister in law grew up and went to school with Ryan Gosling. I don't know why, but he does look like someone who would be really into being a Boy Scout. Despite his affinity for storytelling, a trait popularized by Daniel Day Lewis in the film, "Lincoln," the president was frequently described as a quiet man. I went to Northwestern w David Schwimmer. Getty Images. He apparently called it his "trademark symbol. I was a geek.". Especially with her "Little Monsters" campaign orchestrated by PR talent Troy Carter, Lady GaGa has walked the delicate balance of trying to maintain an "everywoman" image while also rising to "Artpop" levels, by wearing Alexander McQueen dresses and emerging from eggs. I coached her younger twin sisters in softball and their parents were really good about supporting all their kids equally even though Karlie was clearly the one going places. But I will say that I am totally incapable of buying his stage persona. 9 Famous People Who Proved You Don't Need To Be Loud To Make Real Noise, for his role in "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. Ryanapparently wasn't a "heartthrob" growing up, largely due to the fact that he did dance rather than sports. And for more little-known red-carpet info, don't miss30 Shocking Facts about Your Favorite Movies. The stunning model Karlie Kloss is another one of those models who is extremely nice and has always been so. Robert Pattinson. The star of films like "Breakfast at Tiffany's" and "Roman Holiday" thought of herself as being on the shy side and appreciated the natural world, despite her Hollywood fame. News on all your favorite celebs, reality TV, and movies. Timothe Chalamet was a year above me. The pumped-up action staris best known for the popular Fast and Furious film franchise, but back in the day, he was too busy playing Dungeons and Dragons to hit the bench press. 10. 4 of 11. I went to high school with Shawn White. Richard Gere's career skyrocketed in the '80s with his breakout role in American Gigolo and he has since become a critically acclaimed actor over five decades. Generally OK kid, very good guitarist. At the time, Depp was the star of "21 Jump Street" and just in the beginning stages of his career. Also Bhad Bhabie showed us her new nipple piercings in 6th grade. Well, according to one Redditor, while The Rock was a nice guy when he first transferred to Freedom High School in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, he eventually became a huge douche to everyone because he made it big on our football team.. He likely saved himself a world of hurt bygraduating high school at 13. Nonsense. Devi in Never Have I Ever is partially based on Mindy not necessarily her experience, but her personality as a nerd. I always win Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon because I appeared in a movie with him. Spent his time in the drama department, and was a nice guy from every memory I have. I dont mean to sound snarky, it really is a weird house. I feel a bit like I did in high school, like I don't really fit in.". Some of these celebs grew out of their terrible attitudes, and some really need to get off their high-horse. On the surface, he seems pretty down to earth if a little obnoxious. Good looking and smart, he really is the package deal. A few days later, I ran into Kylie in the school and was amazed that she was this famous. And you can see why while at the beginning of his singing career he seemed extremely lovable, with time he turned into a huge jerk who has complete disregard and lack of respect for his fans. My older sister was a year ahead of him in jr high. Despite his affinity for storytelling, a trait popularized by Daniel Day Lewis in the film, "Lincoln," the president was frequently described as a quiet man. Hopefully she's done some growing up since then. Charlizedescribed herself as a "geek" growing up, saying she had thick glasses, that boys didn't like her, and that she was even bullied. ), Cameron Diaz And Snoop Dogg Were Classmates. The actor Tom Cruise seems like a nice guy even if he does hold some weird beliefs. However, it seems that his ex-classmates certainly dislike him. In the midst of this, the students . Young Ryan Gosling was certainly not shy or quiet. Always treated me with respect. And for more on cerebral A-listers, check out20 Celebrities Who Graduated From Ivy League Schools. The iconic roles of Indiana Jones and Han Solo have made him a relevant figure in film that will continue to live on many decades into the future. We werent friends ourselves, but she was friends with a lot of people I was friends in. "I had undiagnosed mental illnesses and no mental health support system" -- stealtoadboots. He rode the bus with Jamie Lynn because they both lived in Kentwood,La, but went to school in Mississippi. Charles Francis Adams Jr., grandson of President John Quincy Adams, once wrote of Lincoln, "He seemed shy to a degree, and very awkward in manner; as if he felt out of place". She went to my ballet school briefly and her family was friends with one of my best friends family growing up, so I was around her a good bit. Along with Chris, I went to school with 4 murderers.. Kit Jon Snow Harington went to the same Sixth Form College as me, year below me. But being a master doesnt happen overnight. Obama was a member of his high school's choir in 1977. Around 2008 when I was in fourth grade, KUTWK had already launched by then and the Kardashian sisters were universally famous, but Kendall and Kylie were still quite young and no one knew them. Spielberg is a quiet leader, spending most of his time working behind the camera. } else { He did an interview with my schools newspaper, and was very humble. The children were taught by their mother, aunt, and a French governess, who evidently did a fantastic job: Teddy was admitted to Harvard in 1878. I remember wondering if someone just stole his art and put it in the paper, but nope. He smiles from ear-ear, gives each fan a great big hug, takes pictures with them, gives them that Johnny Knoxville laugh, and just genuinely appreciates their support. She also locked my friend in a locker. There was some drama that caused her family to move to Atlanta and then New York, and I remember her older brother was the ham of the family that wanted to get into acting first. user uploaded a picture of the yearbook drawing. She also was very liberal in the application of liquid eyeliner. The Pitch Perfect actress has described her high school self as a "flat chested theater nerd." Jennifer was a big band geek in high school, as she revealed in a 2016 interview with Seth Meyers. All the crap in the media about her weight and all of that? Can you imagine the actor Ashton Kutcher being a jerk? Ninja went to my high school and although I didnt know him personally, it was funny the day we asked my math teacher senior year if she remembers Tyler Blevins and she said yes of course, and asked why does the entire class know who he is and why do they call him Ninja though? 2. The actor Taylor Lautner seems like a pretty down to earth guy, doesnt he? During Branson's younger years, the future billionaire and founder of Virgin Group was extremely shy and would cower behind his mother when encouraged to interact with adults. I saw glimmers of hope from time to time, but I think it was just having sketchy Stratford parents (despite how the media paints his mom) that screwed him. 50. } ); Mariah Carey. The famous photographer was pulled out of school when he was 12 and was homeschooled by a private tutor. So anytime he came into town, hes visit my ex-wifes grandfather, who happened to live next door to my ex-mother-in-law. She was different, she wasn't super popular, she kind of did her own thing. The test ended up taking Branson around 10 hours, according to his mother, as he also spent some time inspecting rocks and insects. ", Depp has also been quoted as saying, I'm shy, paranoid, whatever word you want to use. I never had a girlfriend in those days either, every girl I asked to a dance would shoot me down. Redditor@eggmcben has a fun anecdote from his high school days, when he and Drake were classmates. But hey, I'm in good company. You might think of Sir Elton as a showy performer, but even friends like Rufus Wainwright have noted his shyness. Her dad was in the private jet business and her family lived in a nice house on the lake. "I was in the math club, I was in the National Honor Society. Teachers and students claim that Mariah was a diva even from young age. 23. She had gnarly eyebrows, not in a bad way at all, they were just intimidating but also really cute in a way. I would trust him if we were stranded in a forest somewhere together. SANTA FE, Texas (AP) An emotional audition on "American Idol" by a survivor of a Texas high school shooting prompted tears from the judges and criticism of the country's response to gun . 8 Jerk - Tom Cruise Was A Liar. Said he was fine, but cheated off her in math sometimes, but they would have friendly conversation and joke around also. Angelina also refers to herself as a hard-hitting punk kid. Even back then she seemed very down to earth and friendly and she was always singing at our school events. I've done everything I can to avoid it.". ", . And those cheekbones aren't able to cut someone up for nothing. (He ended up being kicked out as well.). Uncle also was friends with him, and was there for his first tape he tried to get local shops and people to listen to and pick up during his young/teenage years. She tries to make it seem like she was bullied and everything, but its all one huge lie. Olivia Cooke (she recently played the lead girl in Ready Player One and she was the love interest in Bates Motel) sat next to me for five years in school because our surnames are very similar. That kid on Glee. Something for everyone interested in hair, makeup, style, and body positivity. if( 'moc.enilnoefiltseb' !== location.hostname.split('').reverse().join('') ) { After finding out that her book is titled Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? I mean you would go to jail for that stuff today. He apparently called it his "trademark symbol.". Many of the world's most revered leaders have actually been far less outgoing than their public personas would lead us to believe. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP; Charles Sykes/Invision/AP; Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP. While Lady GaGa embodies extravagance as a performer, moments such as her pre-fame appearance on MTV's "Boiling Points" show that the woman behind the name, Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, is a pretty normal human. 43. I was in every club. Our basketball team as a whole was amazing to watch. 2. Had a few classes with her throughout 3 years. He played football..and supposedly still keeps in contact with some old friends here. Photo: Getty. During the tense space race of the 1950s and 1960s, one man emerged as the face of the American attempt to beat the Soviets into space and, ultimately, to the moon. Kylie Jenner was a couple grades above me at a k-12 school we attended in SoCal. He was clearly very talented, lead role in most school plays, musical acts at talent shows etc. There was a really popular girl at school and I was obsessed with her. She said that back then she fancied doing her hair in a half-mohawk just above the ears. God was he a show-off. I dated one of her friends for a couple of months., Have you ever seen a photo of Dwayne The Rock Johnson when he was a teen? Apparently, thats not true, or at least isnt true according to Reddit There are these backstory rumors that say she was so into Harry Potter she wore glasses to look like him, but both my partner and sister are like, 'No that's bulls*it.' She was very nice, great student, great singer, nice, chill girl. She was also in marching band for a brief time before becoming the school's mascot, which she bonded with fellow band nerd Jimmy Kimmel over. If anything, he was rather devious. He used to sell candy or some shit in the hallways. If not, have a look at the photo above in it, The Rock is sixteen years old. Everyone's invited except for [Taylor].'" 2. Kind of a new type of celebrity, I went to high school with theodd1sout, that famous YouTube animator dude. My aunt has run into him a few times when he's been back home and he's always been really nice. But the Texas native told People he wasn't always so popular, as classmates would make. "He was such a polished character, and they . Christian Bale got interested in theater at a fairly young age. Published on May 4, 2016 09:35 AM. I might be biased against Adam Sandler, but it feels like the more I learn about him, the more I'm convinced that my theory that he's not a fun person to be around seems more correct. Even though Grande has claimed that she was bullied in school, her ex-classmates have declared that it was, in fact, Grande who bullied other kids. She used to get up very early to prepare and look perfect at school, while allegedly using a needle to create perfect eyelashes. One of Redditor@Riadyt's teachers used to be a classmate of Stephen Colbert back in the day and she recalls that he was a pretty nice guy. In the words of my Year 12 Classics teacher: Kylie Minogue was really smart and lovely. On Lopez Tonight, she described high school as "pretty rough," saying people would start fights with her. ", No wonder she was so convincing as an uptight nerd on Community. I mean, just look at those piercing blue eyes and his face that looks like God himself sculpted it out of clay. We chatted for a few minutes, and she was extremely kind and friendly. For example, he's a super chill guy but then at the same time he does some real extra stuff, like hosting the SNL after party at a Dave and Busters, where he then flies out like, 60 of his dancers from Toronto. It was dog poop. According to Reddit user @Ghost1031, they went to the same high school and he was expelled after hiring a construction company to build additions to the school library. Love you, Pri! From what I was told, it was very bad lmao. The actor Ian Somerhalder, best known for playing Damon Salvatore in the TV series The Vampire Diaries, may be a jerk on screen but he is certainly no jerk in real life. She also recalled that she always tried to be in the musicals, and always ended up being some kind of beggar or homeless person in the background. I know a lot of people who were in classes with her, and my sister was in the grade above her. She seemed down to earth and not stuck up. Kirsten Dunst, Rami Malek, and Rachel Bilson went to school together. Christian Bale. While most of us now believe that Jennifer Anniston hasn't aged her entire life and is an immortal, we must remember that even such a goddess still had to go through being a teenager. 1. Even though Drake is like a super famous person, I feel like in real life he's a down to Earth guy, but at the same time, is on a totally different planet. Turns out a lot of our fave celebs were also uncool in high school! 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