Former Celebrities: Find Out Why They Gave Up Stardom

Published on 07/22/2021
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Jeff Cohen – Lawyer/Writer

We all love the memorable chubby character, played by Jeff Cohen in “The Goonies”. “Chunk” was the song he performed. After the film, he worked hard to change his image. He began playing football and quickly lost a significant amount of weight. He went to Berkeley College before going to UCLA Law School. He is still a practicing lawyer today. Jeff, we’re very proud of you!

Jeff Cohen LawyerWriter

Jeff Cohen Lawyer/Writer

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Gary Coleman – Security Guard

After starring in the hit television show Diff’rent Strokes in the 1970s and 1980s, Gary Coleman became a household name. He was a charming young actor whose wit enchanted Americans. His professional life, on the other hand, appears to have been brief. Despite being regarded as one of the most promising stars of the time, Coleman struggled financially later in life. Unfortunately, while working as a security guard, he died in 2010.

Gary Coleman

Gary Coleman

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