George Clooney – Baseball

Although he came from humble beginnings, George Clooney is one of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities today. He attended Augusta High School and told Esquire that he received good grades and enjoyed baseball and basketball. He wanted to be a professional baseball player and tried out for the Cincinnati Reds. Although it was unsuccessful, it reminded him that he was meant for greater things. His breakthrough came in “E.R.” and “From Dusk till Dawn.” He is the director of the commercially and critically successful films “Confessions of a Dangerous Mind” and “Leatherheads,” in addition to acting.

George Clooney – Baseball

Terry Crews – Football

Terry Crews rose to prominence in football before appearing on television. In the National Football League, he was a defensive end and linebacker for the Los Angeles Rams, San Diego Chargers, and Washington Redskins. He started in 1991 and remained until 1997 when he decided to pursue acting. Crews told ReelTalks that football has a similar structure and standards to acting, which aided his transition early in his career.

Terry Crews – Football