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Were famous people always famous in some way? Well, these entertainment stars have been that cool since their high school days.
You may find your favourite star, scroll through this gallery:
Halle Berry
As a history-making actress and having been Hollywood's darling for decades. It turns out, Halle has been popular since her teen years. She wasn't only crowned as Prom Queen at her high school, but was also a cheerleader.
Throwback Thursday: Not only was this #Xmen beauty a #cheerleader but Halle Berry was also #prom queen... #tbt pic.twitter.com/mvhR1ROMYv
— Cheerleading Company (@Cheerco) March 20, 2014
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Danielle Brooks
The Orange Is the New Black star has previously opened up about her days of being a cheerleader. In a letter to her younger self on Refinery29, Danielle says "Most of these life lessons — even the bit about cheerleading uniforms — are surprisingly applicable over a decade after prom."
Chrissy Teigen
Before her modelling days, the now-renowned cookbook author and holder of a Twitter Clap back Phd also waved pom poms during her schooling days.
Eva Longoria
Desperate Housewives star Eva Longoria's luscious chestnut locks date back to her cheerleading days. Oh yes, it seems she was a star cheerleader.
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Meryl Streep
The multi-academy award-winning actress, the only person who could've played Miranda Priestly the way she did - yes, Meryl Streep probably excelled at cheering on the field as well.
Meryl Streep as a High School Cheerleader, New Jersey circa 1966. pic.twitter.com/OCQVMtPROD
— Lost In History (@historyandfacts) January 22, 2020
Cameron Diaz
The striking blonde locks and piercing blue eyes went well with the green and yellow uniform when she was a school cheerleader.
Bella Thorne
The Disney Shake It Up star posted a throwback, on her Instagram page, to her cheerleading days and writes, "Who's your fav #cheerleader? #goteam #transformationtuesday".
Alicia Silverstone
The famed Clueless lead start was not only an 'It girl' in the movie but was also a cheerleader when she was in high school at San Mateo High School in California.
Madonna
A star on any performance stage, Madonna had her own set on pom poms before she became famous.
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Kendall Jenner
Celebrity model Kendall Jenner has shared a snap of her days as a cheerleader on big sister Kim Kardashian West's website.
Katie Holmes
Adding to her socials, Katie Holms writes "#tbt me at age 6 cheering on my sister's basketball team?".
Compiled by Phelokazi Mbude
Additional reporting by Magazine Features.
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