Lift those pom-poms high and perform an impressive split without worry because this lineup will make you very excited. These individuals have appeared on numerous platforms such as popular movies, cooking shows, and musical reality TV, showcasing their talents. However, their personalities are what connect them. They still possess the same positive attitude, radiant smiles, and crowd-pleasing abilities as they did during their peak days. Below are some famous individuals who became famous for their cheerleading.
Cameron Diaz
Diaz started her career as a cheerleader at Long Beach Polytechnic High School before transitioning into acting. She was born to a family of Cuban-American descent in Southern California and began her career as a fashion model at the young age of 16, working with big names such as Calvin Klein and Levi’s. Despite being a blonde beauty, Diaz had humble beginnings as a cheerleader and model.
At the age of 21 in 1994, Diaz acted opposite Jim Carrey in The Mask, which brought her to fame. According to Forbes, Diaz is considered one of the wealthiest Hispanic female celebrities, and as per The Hollywood Reporter in 2013, she was declared the highest-earning actress over the age of 40.
Rachael Ray
It’s pretty cool that Rachael Ray used to cheer at Lake George High School in New York before she became a famous culinary star.
It’s quite evident that Ray bears a remarkable similarity to her present appearance, characterized by her short brown hair and petite button nose. Ray presently occupies the majority of her time in the kitchen, featuring in several shows on the Food Network. Moreover, she has even launched her own series of kitchen utensils!
Jessica Simpson
Considering that Simpson is the spouse of an NFL free agent, it appears highly likely that she was a cheerleader during her junior high school days at Richardson North in Texas.
Although Simpson left high school at the age of 15 to pursue a career in singing, she is still known to fans of the Dallas Cowboys as Tony Romo’s ex-cheerleader. After impressing Tommy Mottola, an executive at Columbia Records, Simpson was offered a record deal and left J.J. Pearce High School.
Sandra Bullock
In the past, Sandra Bullock used to lead pep rallies as a cheerleader in Washington-Lee High School before she achieved success and recognition as an award-winning actress.
Sandra Bullock, the actress from The Blind Side, went to high school at Washington-Lee High School located in Arlington Virginia. During her time there, Bullock also participated in the school’s theatrical performances until she graduated as part of the class of 1982.
Paula Abdul
It’s not unexpected that Paula Abdul began her career in cheerleading. She cheered and excelled academically while attending Van Nuys High School in Los Angeles, California, then became a Laker Girl upon graduation.
After arriving, she was selected to lead the squad as its chief choreographer. Although she appeared charming in her Lakers uniform, Abdul left her role as a cheerleader and assumed the position of one of the three judges on American Idol.
Katie Couric
Couric was a spirited cheerleader while attending various public high schools in Arlington, Virginia before pursuing her career in journalism in 1979 after graduating from the University of Virginia.
Katie Couric, who is now a renowned journalist and television presenter, gained fame for her role as Global Anchor for Yahoo! News and 60 minutes. Surprisingly, despite her current professional image, she used to be a cheerleader and looked quite cute while performing her dance routines, showcasing some impressive moves.
Halle Berry
Halle Berry, whose parents were a hospital manager and psychiatric nurse, was a versatile achiever during her high school days at Bedford High School in Cleveland. She participated in various activities such as cheerleading, academic excellence, editing the school newspaper, and even got crowned as the prom queen.
Berry’s initial appearance on television was back in 1989, followed by a breakthrough in Spike Lee’s Jungle Fever on the big screen two years later. In 2001, she made history by becoming the first African-American to snag the Academy Award for Best Actress due to her exceptional performance in Monsters Ball.
Kelly Ripa
Ripa, originally from the southern region of New Jersey, displayed a talent for performance from an early age by joining the cheerleading team at Eastern Regional High School. However, it was only after receiving encouragement from her drama teacher, Jim Beckley, to consider acting that she realized it was her true passion.
Ripa left college before completing her education and relocated to New York City with the aim of pursuing a career in acting. Shortly thereafter, she secured a lead role on the popular soap opera All My Children, and later went on to assume the position of co-host on Live With Kelly and Ryan.
Fergie
Have a look at this photo of Fergie during her time in the spirit squad if you already find the My Humps singer attractive. Fergie, whose real name is Stacie Ann Ferguson, was an excellent cheerleader and student, achieving straight-A grades while studying at Glen A. Wilson High School.
Following her high school graduation, Fergie pursued her passion for dance. She joined the Black Eyed Peas in 2003, taking over the position previously held by Kim Hill. Their album Elephunk was a huge success and produced popular singles like Where Is the Love? and Shut Up. Fergie’s background in cheerleading has undoubtedly contributed to her agility and flexibility during performances.
Eva Longoria
Eva Longoria, the Mexican-American actress, not only enjoyed cheerleading as an extracurricular activity but it also served as a launchpad for her triumphant career in Hollywood.
Longoria cheered at Roy Miller High School in Corpus Christi, Texas, and also continued doing it during her college time at Texas A&M-Kingsville. After winning the Miss Corpus Christi pageant in 1998, she was discovered by a theatrical agent in Los Angeles. Longoria is most famous for her portrayal of Gabrielle Solic in the ABC series Desperate Housewives.
Ciara
Ciara enthusiastically confessed her love for the exuberant dancing, vibrant energy, and thrilling experience that accompanied her role as the captain of Riverdale High School’s cheerleading team.
During an interview, the R&B vocalist stated that due to her increased focus on music during that particular year, she was not able to be as involved as she had desired. Although CiCi may have stopped participating in cheerleading, dedicating her time to music ultimately resulted in great success.
Mandy Moore
Mandy Moore, the former cheerleader and now an actress, has experienced how life imitates art. Her experience as a Pop Warner cheerleader may have contributed to her successful portrayal of the pom-pom-waving Lana Thomas in The Princess Diaries.
At the tender age of 15, Moore displayed her impressive abilities by releasing her hit track “Candy.” Additionally, she has acted in the film “A Walk to Remember” and currently plays a role in the television show “This Is Us.”
Kirsten Dunst
Kirsten Dunst’s flawless portrayal of Torrance Shipman in the cheerleading movie Bring It On is not unexpected, given that she was a cheerleader herself until 2000, which coincidentally marked the year of the film’s release.
Dunst was born in New Jersey and was recruited by Ford Modeling Agency at the age of three. She starred in more than a hundred TV commercials while being a cheerleader for Laurel Hall School and later Notre Dame High School. Despite all these activities, she still managed to maintain her beauty with her blue eyes.
Kathie Lee Gifford
Although Kathie Lee Gifford was likely born in Paris, she came to reside in Bowie, Maryland at the young age of four. At 14 years old, she started cheerleading. Later in 1970, she was the winner of Maryland’s Junior Miss Pageant, which was a significant occurrence that helped propel her towards becoming a superstar, and she left Bowie.
Gifford enrolled in Oral Roberts University, located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to study drama and music following her graduation from high school. Her most notable achievement thus far has been her 15-year stint on the renowned talk show Live! With Regis and Kathie Lee.
Madonna
Madonna grew up in Detroit as the daughter of working-class Italian-American immigrants. Despite her later fame as the Material Girl, during her time at Rochester Adams High School, she excelled academically with straight-A grades and was even a member of the cheerleading squad.
Madonna was awarded a scholarship for dancing at the University of Michigan, but she decided to leave and relocate to New York City in 1978. It was in the city that the aspiring artist started to evolve into a prominent figure in pop music.
Nene Leakes
This is Nene Leakes before she became famous and rich by appearing in the popular E! reality series Real House Wives Of Atlanta. Now we understand why Leakes has such an energetic and lively personality on the show.
The famous TV personality showed an early interest in energizing and entertaining people, beginning from her elementary school days. Additionally, her relaxed stance displaying her pom-poms indicates her innate ability in this area.
Megan Fox
Growing up in a strict Pentecostal family in Tennessee, being a cheerleader did not automatically make the Transformers actress, Fox, popular in high school.
Upon the relocation of the actress’ family to Florida, Fox enrolled in Morningside Academy located in Port St. Lucie. While attending the academy, she was part of the cheerleading team, however, she also experienced bullying. After moving to California, Fox had her first acting experience in 2001. It wasn’t until three years later that she took on the role of a cheerleader alongside Lindsay Lohan in Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen.
Denise Richards
Denise Richards underwent multiple transformations during her upbringing in Illinois, where she was known for her sporty and boyish personality. However, things changed when she relocated with her family to Oceanside California, and she eventually became a cheerleader for El Camino High School.
When Richards completed her graduation, she predominantly acted in various TV shows including Saved By The Bell, and Married With Children until she got married to Charlie Sheen. Considering her background in cheerleading, it is possible that she was the one who taught him how to spell the word “winning”.
Brooklyn Decker
Brooklyn Decker, a model turned actress, is still capable of looking like a high school cheerleader even though she is 30 years old. She cheered for Butler High School in Charlotte, North Carolina back in 2005.
Decker held dual roles in her school as a member of the spirit squad and the senior class president. It’s possible she might be organizing her 10-year reunion, and if that’s the case, her former classmates will surely be impressed by the accomplished actress and supermodel.
Olivia Wilde
Olivia Wilde participated in the step team during her time at Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts. The actress, known for her role in “Love The Coopers,” considers stepping as a type of cheerleading.
Wilde made a remark about the photo, stating that the squad was great. Interestingly, the high school depicted in the photo happens to be the same alma mater of George W. Bush, who was famously pictured as head cheerleader in a very similar outfit.
Lindsay Lohan
Lohan, who was raised on Long Island in New York, is the daughter of a former Wall Street trader. During her high school years, she cheerlead for both Cold Spring Harbor High School and Sanford H. Calhoun high school. However, she chose to be homeschooled later on.
Lohan initiated her profession as a juvenile model representing labels such as Abercrombie, Calvin Klein, Pizza Hut, Wendy’s, and Jell-O. Later on, in 1998, she secured her initial victorious role in The Parent Trap, followed by Freaky Friday in 2003.
Olivia Munn
Despite being raised mainly in Japan due to her stepfather’s Air Force deployment, Munn has a strong connection to Oklahoma. It’s not shocking to know that cheerleading is something that’s rooted in her past.
After her mother and stepfather separated, Munn returned to Oklahoma City where she joined the cheering team for Putnam City North High School. Once she completed her journalism degree, Munn relocated to Los Angeles where she started working in the entertainment industry, eventually securing the leading role in Iron Man.
Meryl Streep
It was quite surprising that Streep was the kind of person who would wear a cheerleader uniform. In 2012, somebody obtained a copy of her high school yearbook and leaked pictures of her cheerleading days to the public.
It seems that Streep was a cheerleader for her high school team in New Jersey before becoming one of the most talented actresses in the world. It’s likely that she was an outstanding member of the squad.
Kathy Griffin
In this remarkable picture from her high school yearbook, the divisive comedian appears hardly recognizable as a 17-year-old. Griffin studied at Oak Park and River Forest High School situated in Oak Park, Illinois.
The frank redhead, who has openly shared about her multiple cosmetic surgeries, has significantly evolved from her time as a young and innocent member of her school’s cheerleading team. In this picture, we can observe Kathy, a well-liked individual, standing on her team partner’s hands, showcasing an immaculate arrangement.
Alicia Silverstone
This image serves as undeniable evidence that Alicia Silverstone is a classic representation of American beauty. Accentuated by her lengthy and captivating blonde hair, bright blue eyes, and stunning red lips, she looks even more fitting in her patriotic red, white, and blue clothing.
The actress from Clueless was born to parents who were British citizens while they were in San Francisco. During her time at San Mateo High School, she improved her acting skills by supporting her schoolmates as a Bearcat cheerleader. It’s unlikely that she anticipated her cheerleading experience would pave the way for a future in Hollywood.
Blake Lively
Blake Lively is frequently mentioned as a woman who can excel in various areas. She was likely bound for fame, with a father in acting and a mother who scouts for talent.
Despite not having an initial interest in performing, Lively had to balance homework, cheerleading, and filming scenes for The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants movie after undergoing years of acting conditioning and finally making it to Burbank High School.
Renee Zellweger
It may come as a surprise, but Zellweger was not always the poised and self-assured actress that she is today. While attending Katy High School in Katy, Texas, she was actually a member of the cheerleading team and performed acrobatic moves such as flips, dips, and occasional hand springs.
According to reports, Zellweger still possesses the talents that she had earlier since she amazed everyone! During her appearance on the Jimmy Fallon Show, the Bridget Jones’s Diary actress showcased her cheerleading skills and her very well-toned legs.
Amy Poehler
Poehler used to pump up audiences at her high school’s football games before she went on to entertain America with her comedic talents on shows such as Saturday Night Live, 30 Rock and Parks and Recreation.
During her teenage years, Poehler relocated from Newton to Burlington, Massachusetts. There, she cheered for Burlington High School as a pom-pom waving cheerleader between 1986 and 1989. Following her graduation from high school, she obtained a degree in communications from Boston College. Later on, Poehler relocated to Chicago, Illinois, to enhance her comedic abilities.
Diane Sawyer
Diane Sawyer confessed that during her adolescent years, she frequently experienced inferiority due to her older sister’s prominence. However, when she joined Seneca High School’s cheerleading team in Louisville, Kentucky, Sawyer eventually started to escape her solitary lifestyle.
Sawyer’s first experience with fame was through her involvement in cheerleading. Afterwards, she went on a three-year tour to promote the Coca-Cola Pavilion at the World’s Fair, and eventually joined ABC News in 1978, where she remains employed to this day and became a familiar face on national television.
Jennifer Lawrence
The state of Kentucky was previously known for its delicious fried chicken until Jennifer Lawrence, the star of The Hunger Games, emerged from there. Lawrence, who spent her childhood in Louisville, Kentucky, had a very active schedule of extracurricular activities.
While in high school, J-Law participated in various sports such as softball, basketball and field hockey, and was additionally a cheerleading team member. Following her graduation and advancement in the Hollywood industry, Lawrence achieved significant recognition by playing lead roles in major films like Silver Linings Playbook and X-Men: First Class.
Miley Cyrus
Miley appeared really adorable in her early days; nobody could have predicted that she would eventually sway scantily clothed on a colossal demolition ball some years later. However, let’s leave that topic and return to the charming infant cheerleader Miley.
At the age of seven, the Hannah Montana star joined the cheerleading team for Tennessee Premier soccer team located in Franklin, her small hometown. It could be argued that Miley Cyrus has a natural talent for entertainment considering her father is a well-known country singer, Billy Ray Cyrus.
Kendall Jenner
The Kardashian family’s second youngest member felt overwhelmed by her celebrity status, so she found solace in cheerleading, a form of competitive dance, by donning her uniform and escaping from the limelight.
Kendall spent her high school years participating in cheerleading, but not just any cheerleading. To be more precise, Kendall was a member of the varsity squad at Sierra Canyon School. The varsity team had a unique uniform consisting of a stylish blue and white attire and matching metallic pom poms, as shown below.
Dakota Fanning
Acting was Dakota Fanning’s primary interest even before she became a cheerleader. As a child, she received an abundance of acting opportunities and quickly became a popular guest on various TV shows such as ER, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, The Practice, Spin City, Ally McBeal and The Ellen Show. Dakota Fanning flourished as a young actress.
After establishing herself in the world of acting, Fanning shifted her attention towards her studies and various social activities in school. She participated in the varsity cheerleading squad at Campbell Hall School and was crowned as the homecoming queen.
Gabrielle Union
Gabrielle Union originated from Omaha, Nebraska, but relocated with her family to Pleasanton, California when she was eight years old, and that is where she grew up.
In her teenage years, Union participated in cheerleading and later utilized her experience by portraying a cheerleading adversary named Isis in the highly successful movie Bring It On, which was released in 2000. Sports carry significant importance in Union’s household, and she once shared that if someone cannot engage in football conversations, then their viewpoint is not considered valid.
Paul Rudd
Paul Rudd has become famous in Hollywood for his enduring good looks and charm, making a name for himself as a beloved heartthrob. However, before becoming a beloved actor, he was a cheerleader or yell leader during his time as a high school student in Overland Park, Kansas.
It was expected that he would become the Student Body President because his smile is very infectious. Interestingly, cheerleading was mostly a male activity until about 70 years ago.
Jenna Dewan
Jenna Dewan became famous for her impressive dancing skills showcased in the movie Step Up released in 2006, indicating that she had prior experience in dancing. However, before entering the entertainment industry, Dewan used to participate in cheerleading as a regular high school student in Texas.
Jenna’s entry point into the entertainment sector was through her role as a back-up dancer for the notable musician, Janet Jackson, in 2001. As an actress and dancer, she recently took to Instagram to upload a charming throwback picture of herself from her days as a cheerleader in Texas alongside a “#tbt” tag.
Danielle Brooks
Danielle Brooks used to be a cheerleader prior to her appearance in Orange Is the New Black, but she decided to resign because she felt uncomfortable being in a skirt.
The actress posted a heartfelt message on the internet where she expressed her surprise and concern over the fact that the recipient had given up cheerleading due to their perceived physical appearance while wearing a skirt. She urged them to never let the fear of judgment from others be a reason to quit anything, except for becoming an exotic dancer which is the only exception. Even in that case, she advised them to quit only if that’s what they truly desire.
Melissa Rycroft
Melissa Rycroft stood out from the other women on this list because during her high school years, she was a member of the drill squad. Her exceptional dancing skills earned her the prestigious position of first lieutenant.
Afterwards, she joined the Dallas Cowboys cheerleading squad and appeared on television for the first time on CMT’s Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team. She also made appearances on The Bachelor and Dancing with the Stars. Recently, she hosted CMT’s Redneck Island.
Stacy Keibler
Stacy Keibler achieved her success by using her combination of attractive physical appearance and intelligence. Initially, she displayed her athleticism as a cheerleader for the Baltimore Ravens, which allowed her to enter the professional wrestling industry in WCW from 1999 to 2001. After that, she made the transition to WWE and remained a constant presence for five years.
Although Keibler makes infrequent appearances nowadays, she shifted her focus towards publishing a fitness editor for Stuff magazine in 2005, and also modeled for the same. She has starred in numerous movies and often serves as a TV host.
Samuel L. Jackson
Although unexpected, Samuel L. Jackson was a member of the cheerleading team during his time as a student at Morehouse College. It is worth noting that he did this primarily to socialize with women, considering that Morehouse College is an all-male institution.
While at school to become a marine biologist, he joined a local acting troupe to get points in a class. This piqued his interest and he switched majors, eventually getting a Bachelor of Arts in Drama degree.
Jesse James Decker
Jesse James Decker has come a long way since she was a 15-year-old cheerleader, but this has always been to the side of her music passion. That year, she was rejected by Nashville labels after auditioning, yet it was her experiences there that helped her get better.
Within a few years, Decker was writing and performing hit music and started gaining recognition. She’s since appeared in reality TV shows alongside her husband, former NFL wide receiver Eric Decker, and gotten involved in fashion design.
Lucy Hale
Long before she became famous for her role as Aria Montgomery in Pretty Little Liars, Lucy Hale was a cheerleader in school. She’s been involved in singing and acting since she was young, though, and appeared as a competitor in the singing competition TV show American Juniors.
Hale made her big debut on the silver screen with The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 in 2008 and hasn’t looked back since. Although she hasn’t found widespread success with music yet, she describes it as her “first love” and released an album in 2014, Road Between.
Sally Field
There is no denying that Sally Field has come a long way during her 50+ year career. Not only has she starred in hit movies such as Forrest Gump and Mrs. Doubtfire, but she also has two Academy Awards to her name!
What many casual fans don’t realize though is that the talented actress, who also had big TV roles in shows such as The Flying Nun and Gidget, enjoyed performing as a cheerleader when she was younger. She performed at Birmingham High School in Van Nuys, California.
Reese Witherspoon
It feels like Reese Witherspoon has been around forever and yet, until this very day, she looks like she has been the same age for the last 30 years! Not only has she appeared in hit movies such as Legally Blonde, but Witherspoon has even won an Academy Award for her role in the Johnny Cash biopic Walk the Line.
The talented actress posted this photo on social media of the good old days when she performed as a cheerleader at her school.
Steve Martin
We all know him for his stellar performances in blockbuster films such as The Pink Panther and Father of the Bride. But what we didn’t know is that Steve Martin was also a member of his high school cheerleading squad in Garden Grove, California.
The comedian also tried to write funny cheers for his squad to perform, but they weren’t too pleased with them, to say the least.
Kirk Douglas
Before he became a world-renowned actor, Kirk Douglas actually rose to high school fame when he joined his cheerleading squad.
He perfected his skills at his local high school, Amsterdam High School, in Amsterdam, New York. But that’s not all…
Michael Douglas
It’s clear Michael Douglas loves to follow in his father’s footsteps. Just like his pop, Douglas became a famous actor.
But before that, he joined his cheerleading squad, too, at Choate Preparatory School. Needless to say, the Douglas men are talented in many unexpected ways.
Chrissy Teigen
Chrissy Teigen seems to break the internet every time she posts a picture. She shared the cutest photo of herself as a high school cheerleader to Instagram.
Before her modeling days, she was a football cheerleader. Surrounded by her teammates, Teigen’s dimply smile and sleek dark hair as she posed in her Snohomish High School’s adorable red and white cheerleading uniform.
Kirstie Alley
Before she was an actress, Kristie Alley cheered on her school’s athletes in Wichita Southeast High School in Kansas. After dropping out of Kansas State University, the actress moved to Los Angeles to pursue Scientology and try and make it big in Hollywood.
A few years later, she replaced actress Shelley Long on the cast of Cheers, gaining four Emmy nominations and one win for her role as Rebecca Howe. She has since played in many films and television series.
Jayma Mays
Given the role of Emma Pillsbury she plays on Glee, constantly going to battle with cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester, it’s ironic that Jayma Mays was a cheerleader herself in high school.
With her ringlet curls, big bright smile, and perfectly pressed uniform, it looks like Mays made one heck of a cheerleader. It also seems as if she got on very well with the rest of the girls on her squad judging from her playful pose with the girl on her left.
Rashida Jones
While this photo doesn’t scream cheer captain like the pictures of other celebrities on this list, believe us that Jones was a contributing member of the spirit squad during her grade school days.
Although Rashida Jones was a cheerleader, she has admitted to being one of those ‘well-rounded students,’ having also participated in math club and the National Honor Society. She was a pom-pom shaking student with a nerdy side, and there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that kind of balance.
Phaedra Parks
From adorable cheerleader to power attorney, it’s easy to see how this Southern belle acquired her enviable self-esteem. Before Parks landed a spot on the riveting reality show Real House Wives Of Atlanta, and before she was throwing it down in the court room, she was a simple country girl with a drive for more.
While attending Clarke Central High School located in Athens, Georgia, Phaedra passed the time by cheering on her school’s squad. After graduation in 1990, she went on to pursue a career in law.
Ann Margret
Going back in time a little bit, here’s yet another celebrity who was a cheerleader before becoming a superstar on the silver screen. The Swedish-American actress, singer, and dancer was a cheerleader at New Trier High School in Winnetka, Illinois.
We don’t know about you, but judging from this photo we see that Margaret had star potential way back in the day. Just look at that glimmer in her eye as well as that animated power stance.
Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi
Cheerleading isn’t all fun and games, and for some girls, the competitive sport can get dangerous, but not in the way you think.
Before Jersey Shore, Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi was a high school cheerleader in Marlboro, N.Y., Polizzi said, “Cheerleading was my life in high school, but it wasn’t always easy for me. I started to be anorexic. There were freshmen, who were 70 pounds and I was, like, my spot as a flier is going to get taken away. So I ended up starving myself.’
Celebrity crushes have existed since the beginning of time so you’d be lying if you told us you didn’t have one. If you ask your mom or aunt who their celebrity crush is, you may be surprised to find out they might actually tickle your fancy, too. That’s why we’ve put together a list of 30 Hollywood heartthrobs that’ll have you drooling by the time you finish reading this…
Rob Lowe
Okay, this man literally doesn’t age. At 55 years old, he’s still as gorgeous as he was during his St. Elmo’s Fire days. Lowe got his start in ’79 but only became a teen idol after a number of television and film roles in the early-mid ’80s.
Of course, he’s been swooning hearts ever since. A member of what is known as the ‘Brat Pack,’ Lowe starred in films like About Last Night… and Oxford Blues. In recent years, he’s had quite a lot of TV roles. He even played Chris Traeger on the NBC sitcom, Parks and Recreation.
Robert Redford
Robert Redford, now 83 years old and retired, began acting on television in the late 1950s. It wasn’t until he starred alongside Paul Newman in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid that he became a major star, although he did win awards for his previous work as well.
In any event, isn’t he just nice to look at? Even in his older age, he has this undeniable charm that not many possess. It’s not easy being blessed with both talent and looks yet Redford makes it look like a walk in the park.
Cary Grant
Wow — look at that smize. Cary Grant may have been born a bit earlier than the rest of the fellas on this list but we can’t not mention him. After all, he is known to this day as one of classic Hollywood’s definitive leading men and also…look at that face!
Grant was recognized for his transatlantic accent, his playful approach to acting, his sense of comic timing, and his suave demeanor. He may have passed away but there’s no doubt that he’ll be remembered for his extensive acting career and good looks.
Paul Newman
Ahhh Paul Newman — he was a screen legend, a superstar, and the man with the most famous baby blue eyes in Hollywood history. He had more than just a chiseled face and magnetic draw, though. Aside from acting, Newman also directed and produced.
Even more surprisingly, he also dabbled in racecar driving. Most of all, Newman was a family man until the day he passed. He and his gorgeous wife, actress Joanne Woodward, had the most beautiful 50-year marriage. We guess it’s not hard to find a love like that when both people are super easy on the eyes…
Liam Neeson
Liam Neeson, now 67 years old, is an Irish actor. You may recognize him from the action thriller series, Taken — “I will find you and I will kill you.” Before that, though, he starred in films like Excalibur and Schindler’s List.
In any event, he is known for much more than his acting alone. In fact, he’s ranked in Empire magazine for being attractive and we’re really not at all surprised. Why? Not only does he have an Irish accent, which already sets him far apart from the rest, but just look at him! He’s the perfect combination of rugged and dreamy…
Burt Reynolds
Sure, Burt Reynolds could rock a mustache like it was no one’s business. What you might not have known, though, is that Reynolds didn’t even get his start in acting until he was 20 years old! In fact, he was actually a football player before that.
Thanks to his professor, Reynolds tried his hand at acting and ultimately fell in love. From then on, he went on to star in television shows as well as films. Of course, it didn’t hurt that he was indisputably handsome.
Christopher Reeve
It’s a bird… It’s a plane… It’s Superman! For those of you actually wondering who this looker is, his name was Christopher Reeve and he played the original Superman in the 1978 film. Yeah — it’s not so surprising that he was chosen to play the part of the DC comic book superhero.
With his manly build and charmingly good looks, Reeve legitimately looked like he could have saved the entire universe. Although he tragically passed away in 2004 at the young age of 52, his memory will continue to live on…
John Travolta
The kids these days may claim John Travolta is “too old for them,” but they’d still recognize that perfectly coiffed hair, a cleft chin, dreamy eyes, and a dashing smile in a second if it caught their eye. Older or not, John Travolta is one of the most well-known actors around. Does Grease ring a bell? What about Saturday Night Fever? Maybe Pulp Fiction?
Perhaps the ’07 film adaptation of Hairspray, for you younger ones out there? In any event, Travolta has been a beloved actor ever since he got his start on the ’70s television series Welcome Home, Kotter. It’s no wonder every mother and even grandmother from coast to coast had a crush on this guy.
Martin Sheen
Ramón Gerardo Antonio Estévez, known professionally as Martin Sheen, is more than just the father of actors Emilio Estévez and Charlie Sheen (Carlos Estévez). An award-winning actor, Martin is known for his roles in films like The Subject was Roses and Apocalypse Now.
He has also done TV acting, starring as President Josiah Bartlet in The West Wing and as Robert Hanson in the Netflix original series, Grace and Frankie. Although he’s now 79 years old, Sheen was quite the stud in his day. With his deep blue eyes and floppy brown hair, it’s hard to look away.
Clark Gable
Dubbed the ‘King of Hollywood’ during his time, Clark Gable had roles in over 60 motion pictures during a career that lasted 37 years, three decades of which he was a leading man. It’s understandable that Gable was chosen to appear opposite some of the most popular actresses of the time considering that the actor himself epitomized the idea of the tall, dark, and handsome protagonist.
Weirdly enough, he almost looked better with a mustache than without. Regardless, Gable was so unquestionably attractive that we may have found ourselves drooling a little just from looking at his photo.
Kurt Russell
Kurt Russell, now 68 years old, has been acting since the age of 12. Although he was considered the most idiosyncratic hero of the eighties and nineties, Russell has also had other types of television and film roles.
Some of his films include Tombstone as well as Overboard in which he stars alongside his long-term partner and America’s sweetheart, Goldie Hawn. From his great head of hair to his dimpled-smile to his mesmerizingly-blue eyes, we can’t help but crush hard on Russell honestly, especially considering the fact that he’s aging like a fine wine…
Brad Pitt
Speaking of aging well, Brad Pitt only seems to be getting better with age. Now, we know that he may be considered one of the “younger” ones on this list but he’s honestly a mom magnet — moms just love him and so do we.
Now 56 years old, Pitt got his start in the late eighties but only became a bit more known in ’91 when he played a cowboy hitchhiker in Thelma and Louise. With his extreme talent and incredibly good looks, it’s unsurprising that Pitt is considered one of the most influential and powerful people in the American entertainment industry.
Richard Gere
Richard Gere — you might recognize him from his role alongside Julia Roberts in the 1990 film, Pretty Woman. He began acting in films during the ’70s but only came to prominence with his role in the 1980 neo-noir crime drama, American Gigolo, which helped to establish Gere as a leading man and of course, a dreamboat.
While he may have gotten older like anyone else, we can honestly say that Gere still has his looks and probably hasn’t lost his charm, either.
George Clooney
We can’t decide if George Clooney looked better then or now. Then, in the nineties at least, he had jet black hair and was playing Dr. Doug Ross on the medical drama, ER. Today, he’s Hollywood’s favorite silver fox and in all honesty, we’ve never seen 58 look any better than this.
Aside from his acting career, Clooney is involved in humanitarian work and is a human rights activist. So basically what we’re saying is not only does Clooney have amazing genes but he’s also one stand-up guy.
Sean Connery
Dubbed by the Sunday Herald as “The Greatest Living Scot,” Sean Connery is a retired Scottish actor widely known as the first to portray James Bond in film. Between 1962 and 1983, Connery starred in seven Bond films like Dr. No and Diamonds are Forever.
Aside from the fact that many considered his performance as James Bond to be the best of all, Connery made waves with his crazy good looks. And of course, that Scottish accent of his doesn’t hurt either…
John Stamos
All we can say when we look at this picture is, “have mercy!” If you were an avid Full House watcher, then there’s no question that you had a crush on the incredibly handsome, hair-obsessed, rock ‘n roll loving Jesse Katsopolis.
Before his days of raising D.J., Stephanie, and Michelle as Uncle Jesse, John Stamos gained recognition for his role as Blackie Parrish on the ABC television series, General Hospital. Since those days, Stamos has appeared in numerous TV films and series, and let us tell you — he is looking hotter than ever!
Patrick Swayze
This guy danced his way into all of our hearts during the 1980s when he became popular for playing tough and romantic male leads. During his career, Patrick Swayze won numerous awards for his performances in films like Dirty Dancing and Ghost.
As if he wasn’t talented enough, though, Swayze was also a professional dancer and singer-songwriter. He wrote and recorded the popular song, “She’s Like the Wind,” which is part of the Dirty Dancing soundtrack. Of course, it would be pretty obvious to state that Swayze is uhm…well…achingly attractive in short.
Harrison Ford
Imagine waking up to this face every morning. Ahhhh — we can only dream. Harrison Ford is an American actor, aviator, and environmental activist who gained worldwide fame for his starring role as Han Solo in the Star Wars Trilogy as well as for his portrayal of Indiana Jones in the Indiana Jones franchise.
Those are just a few of his accomplishments considering that he’s had a career that spans six decades. Since being in the spotlight, Ford has also been noticed for his charming looks.
Dennis Quaid
Believe it or not, Dennis Quaid is much more than his ruggedly good looks. He also happens to be a critically-acclaimed actor, which is really no surprise to anyone that has seen his work in films like The Big Easy or ya know…a cutesie movie from the late nineties called The Parent Trap.
That’s right, guys — Quaid played Nicholas ‘Nick’ Parker alongside young Lindsay Lohan in this classic remake of the original 1961 film, and boy was he a hunk. Even little girls were crushing on him…
Clint Eastwood
There’s really no denying that Clint Eastwood is the literal cultural icon of masculinity. He is known for both his work as an actor and a filmmaker. He rose to international fame for his role as the Man with No Name in Sergio Leone’s Dollars Trilogy of spaghetti Westerns.
He also played the antihero cop, Harry Callahan, in the five Dirty Harry films. Not only has he been nominated for Best Actor multiple times, but he’s also won Academy Awards for Best Director. Let’s face it — Eastwood is a devilishly handsome powerhouse.
Pierce Brosnan
Pierce Brosnan — yet another Hollywood hunk with a smoldering gaze and a chiseled jawline. An Irishman to the very core, Brosnan has been making waves in the industry since the sixties. He also happens to be yet another James Bond.
In fact, it was 1994 when Brosnan became the fifth actor to play the secret agent in the film series. He starred in four films from 1995 to 2002 – GoldenEye, Tomorrow Never Dies, The World is Not Enough, and Die Another Day.
Tom Selleck
If you happen to be a Friends fan, then you know this guy played Richard, Monica’s handsome ophthalmologist boyfriend who was twenty-one years her senior yet we all rooted for him. The actor’s name is Tom Selleck and he’s widely known for his starring role as the private investigator, Thomas Magnum, in the television series Magnum, P.I.
He also played Peter Mitchell in Three Men and a Baby. Sure — he may have accomplished all of that throughout his career but we think that his biggest success is pulling off that mustache. It just works for him…
Robert Downey Jr.
Ahhh — a young Robert Downey Jr. Who knew that Iron Man or Tony Stark could look so…innocent? Ranked on the list of “100 Most Influential People in the World” by Time magazine, Downey has been in the industry since before he could even really remember.
It’s no secret that Downey had to face different obstacles throughout his life but he ultimately overcame them to become one of the most successful actors in Hollywood, not to mention the fact that he is one hunk of a man!
Hugh Jackman
Most of us gals recognize this man from the romantic comedy, Kate and Leopold. Believe it or not, though, Hugh Jackman is known for much more. The Australian actor is actually best known for playing Wolverine in the X-Men film series from 2000 to 2018, a role in which he earned the Guinness World Record for “Longest Career as a Live-Action Marvel Superhero.”
If that isn’t enough, he’s also been on Broadway and has won awards for his performances. And we almost forgot to talk about the fact that he’s…well…gorgeous.
James Dean
James Dean may have tragically died in a car crash at the young age of 24 but that doesn’t mean his memory won’t continue to live on. After all, James Dean became a cultural icon just in the five years he was active in the industry.
From his starring role in Rebel Without a Cause to East of Eden to even Giant, Dean was “one of the rare stars,” according to American Hollywood columnist, Joe Hyams. That, according to Marjorie Garber — a professor at Harvard University — is “the undefinable extra something that makes a star.”
Denzel Washington
Denzel Washington is an award-winning actor who has been active in the entertainment industry since the mid-’70s. Widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of his generation, Denzel has received much critical acclaim for his performances in films including Training Day, Cry Freedom, and Malcolm X.
If his acting abilities weren’t enough, Washington has tried his hand at direction as well. In fact, he made his directorial debut with the biographical film Antwone Fisher. Despite his 65 years of age, Washington doesn’t seem to have any intention of slowing down.
Mads Mikkelson
Would you look at that face? In case you’re unfamiliar with this hunk, his name is Mads Mikkelsen and he’s a Danish actor. Originally a professional gymnast and dancer, Mikkelsen only pursued a career in acting in 1996. He initially rose to fame in Denmark as Tonny in the first two films of the Pusher film trilogy.
He later achieved worldwide fame for his performance as Le Chiffre in the 21st James Bond movie, Casino Royale. Now 54 years old, Mikkelsen doesn’t seem to be slowing down any time soon…
Christoph Waltz
Christoph Waltz — an actor so talented that even when he plays the “bad guy” or antagonist in a film, you still can’t help but love him. He’s charming, poised, classy, and of course…handsome! A German-Austrian actor and director, Waltz gained much notoriety for his performance as SS officer Hans Landa in Quentin Tarantino’s 2009 film Inglourious Basterds.
He would go on to collaborate with Tarantino once again in 2012 when he portrayed bounty hunter, Dr. King Schultz, in Django Unchained. Unsurprisingly, Waltz earned an Academy Award, BAFTA Award, and Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor for both performances!
Frank Sinatra
Frank Sinatra, a.k.a. Ol’ Blue Eyes, was an American singer and actor. Considered one of the most popular and influential musical artists of the 20th century, Sinatra began his musical career during the swing era with bandleaders Tommy Dorsey and Harry James.
It wasn’t until 1943 that Sinatra signed with Columbia Records as a solo artist. Aside from his natural talents, Sinatra was undeniably attractive, especially when he belted tunes like “Come Fly With Me” and “Fly Me to the Moon.”
Dean Martin
Known as the Dino King Leer, Dean Martin was a singer, actor, and comedian who helped to form the Rat Pack alongside his pals, Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. Martin was one of the most popular and enduring American entertainers of the mid-20th century.
He gained his career breakthrough together with fellow comedian Jerry Lewis. It wasn’t until 1956 that Martin pursued a solo career both as a performer and actor. Aside from being breathtakingly handsome, Martin was also described as charismatic and confident.
Tony Curtis
Like his well-known daughter Jamie Lee Curtis, Tony Curtis was an actor who was extremely popular in the ’50s and early ’60s. With more than 100 film roles in a wide range of genres, it’s no surprise that Curtis received a number of accolades over the years.
Although Curtis was especially known for his good looks, he also proved just how talented he was with roles in films like Sweet Smell of Success, The Defiant Ones, and Some Like it Hot.
Christopher Walken
Sure — Christopher Walken may have entered the scene in the early ’50s but everyone knows who he is so if you don’t, then you must live under a rock. Walken is an actor, singer, comedian, director, producer, screenwriter, and serious dancer.
If you don’t believe us, we recommend watching the music video for “Weapons of Choice” to see his dance skills for yourself. With years of experience in film and television, it comes as no surprise that Walken has received so many awards throughout his career. Walken is unquestionably gifted not to mention that he’s also seriously good-looking.
Humphrey Bogart
Known as one of the greatest male stars of classic American cinema, Humphrey Bogart was a film and stage actor who entered the entertainment industry in the early ’20s. Although Bogart began his acting career on the Broadway stage, he eventually found his way to motion pictures.
He made his first film debut in a 1930 comedy called Up the River. Although he had been praised for other work, it was only in 1941 that Bogart transitioned from supporting roles to leading.
Gregory Peck
Gregory Peck was an American actor who hit the height of popularity from the ’40s to the ’60s. Named among the “Greatest Male Stars of Classic Hollywood Cinema” by the American Film Institute, it comes as no surprise that Peck was an award-winner.
He’s especially known for his portrayal as Atticus Finch in the 1962 drama To Kill a Mockingbird in which he received an Academy Award for Best Actor. Aside from that, though, how handsome was he?!
James Garner
James Garner — you may recognize his face as he did play Old Noah Calhoun or “Duke” in The Notebook. Let us tell you, though, Garner was known for a lot more than that. An American actor and voice artist, Garner had many starring roles in television series’ for more than five decades.
Some of his more popular characters include Bret Maverick in the 1950s western series Maverick, as well as Jim Rockford in the 1970s private detective show The Rockford Files.
Bobby Darin
Bobby Darin was a singer-songwriter and actor. He performed everything from jazz, pop, rock ‘n’ roll, folk to even swing. Although he started his career as a songwriter for Connie Francis, he would go on to earn worldwide fame for his own songs like “Beyond the Sea.”
If his singing abilities weren’t enough, Darin also won a Golden Globe in 1962 for his first film called Come September. Although he passed away too soon, at the age of 37, Darin will always be remembered for his talent and charm…
Elvis Presley
Often referred to as the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley was one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century. At the height of his popularity, every woman wanted him and every man wanted to be him. He was just 19 years old when he started pursuing a career in music but once he made it, the world would never be the same.
With a sound and style that so uniquely combined his diverse musical influence, challenging the social barriers of the time, Presley managed to usher in a whole new era of American music and popular culture. And we mean, look at him — he was a total heartthrob…
Steve McQueen
Here we have another king. This time, though, we have the King of Cool but he also went by Steve McQueen. McQueen was an American actor who developed an antihero persona during the height of the counterculture in the ’60s.
He gained recognition for performances in films like The Sand Pebbles, The Cincinnati Kid, and The Great Escape. Although he was combative with directors and producers, his popularity put him in high demand, enabling him to ask for larger salaries. Oh yeah, and he was really attractive…
Errol Flynn
Errol Flynn was an Australian-born actor who was popular during the Golden Age of Hollywood. He entered the entertainment industry in the early ’30s and achieved worldwide fame for his performances in films including The Adventures of Robin Hood, Captain Blood, The Charge of the Light Brigade, and Dodge City among various other motion pictures.
Flynn might have been quite attractive but he also sparked much controversy for his reputation as a womanizer and for his self-indulgent lifestyle.
James Stewart
James Stewart was an American actor and military officer known for his distinctive drawl. With a career spanning 55 years and 80 films under his belt, it’s no surprise that Stewart was an award-winning entertainer. Although studios didn’t originally see Stewart as a leading man, he ultimately had his big breakthrough after a few years in Frank Capra’s ensemble comedy You Can’t Take it With You.
It wasn’t until after he pursued a career in acting that he would go on to join the army. Between his acting abilities and heroism, it’s hard not to swoon for Stewart, especially with those good looks.
Sidney Poitier
Another Hollywood hunk, Sidney Poitier is an award-winning former actor and film director who gained notoriety for his performance as an incorrigible high school student in the 1955 social commentary film Blackboard Jungle.
He would then go on to star alongside Tony Curtis in the critically-acclaimed film The Defiant Ones in which both actors received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actor. With all of that being said, there’s no denying that Poitier has had quite a successful career.
Jerry Lewis
This ain’t the first king on the list but let us tell you — he’s worth talking about. Known as the King of Comedy, Jerry Lewis was an American comedian, actor, singer, and filmmaker. He originally broke onto the scene alongside Dean Martin in which they’d perform together for 10 years until they bitterly broke up in 1956.
Lewis then went on to pursue a solo career. Not only did he star in several films but he also worked behind-the-scenes as a director, producer, and screenwriter. In addition to that, the hunk also released albums as a singer and ultimately sold millions of records.
Desi Arnaz
“Lucy, I’m home,” Desi Arnaz would shout as he walked into the apartment as Ricky Ricardo on the I Love Lucy series. That’s right — Arnaz was Lucille Ball’s co-star and real-life husband for 20 years.
Both Ball and Arnaz are generally credited as the innovators of the syndicated rerun, which they happened to pioneer with I Love Lucy. Together with his wife, Arnaz ran a television production company called Desilu Productions. A Cuban-born American actor, Arnaz undeniably possessed both an appealing accent and charming looks…
John Wayne
Nicknamed Duke, John Wayne was an American actor and filmmaker who entered the industry in 1926 after he lost a football scholarship to the University of Southern California due to a bodysurfing accident. In any event, he would go on to have quite a booming career.
He gained much notoriety for his performance in John Ford’s 1939 Stagecoach. With 142 starring roles, it’s no surprise that Wayne was an Oscar winner and Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient, not to mention that he was super handsome in his day.
Harry Belafonte
Harry Belafonte, now 92 years old, is a singer-songwriter, activist, and actor. Considering that he’s one of the most successful Jamaican-American pop stars in history, it’s not shocking to learn that he was dubbed the King of Calypso.
Not only has he recorded and performed many genres of music but he also starred in several films including Island in the Sun and Otto Preminger’s hit musical Carmen Jones. With this kind of talent and skill, it’s no surprise that Belafonte has won numerous awards throughout his career. And man, was he a looker or what…
Marlon Brando
Marlon Brando was the epitome of the rebellious bad boy that you just can’t help but love; his energy was magnetic. Well-regarded for his cultural influence on 20th-century film, Brando managed to win the Oscar for Best Actor twice during a career that lasted 60 years.
From A Streetcar Named Desire to On the Waterfront to even The Godfather, there’s no denying that Brando left an everlasting mark on not only Hollywood but the world as a whole.
Robert De Niro
Hands down one of the most famous actors in the world, Robert De Niro has been winning more awards and accolades than he knows what to do with. He has had a busy and fruitful career throughout the years and it doesn’t seem like he has any intention of stopping anytime soon.
While some may not think of De Niro as a Hollywood heartthrob now, in his heyday he was quite the looker. He looked like one of those wild guys that would take you out on a date and drop you home past curfew just for the fun of it.
Al Pacino
We can’t possibly talk about De Niro without mentioning another great, Al Pacino. With a career spanning over five decades, it’s no surprise that he’s managed to receive as many awards and accolades as he has. We mean, have you seen Scarface or any of The Godfather films?
His performance as Corleone is actually regarded as one of the greatest performances in film history. Not only does this guy have talent coursing through his veins, but he’s also just been really nice to look at since he entered the industry in the ’60s.
Hugh Grant
His charming British accent clearly isn’t enough — he just has to be incredibly good looking as well. An English actor and producer, Hugh Grant has been active in the industry since the early ’80s. Over the years, Grant has established himself as the leading man.
After all, he’s pretty charming and witty if we’re being honest. Being the romantic lead in a number of films has given Hugh the ability to show off his comedic skills, which includes a nonchalant touch of sarcasm and studied physical mannerisms.
Dustin Hoffman
“And here’s to you Mrs. Robinson…” Okay, so Dustin Hoffman may not be your typical Hollywood studmuffin but you can’t tell us that there isn’t something cute about him — just look at the photo!
His unconventional look and quirky personality are just a couple of the qualities that make him both endearing and undeniably attractive. It’s no wonder why Mrs. Robinson was so fond of him in The Graduate. In any event, Hoffman belongs on this list just as much as these other hunks do.
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