These Superstars Played Sports Before Stardom!

Published on 01/03/2023
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Josh Duhamel – Football

Josh Duhamel began his career as a model, but it looks like he found greater success as an actor. He worked as a model after graduation until he was recruited for acting opportunities; the rest is history. He appeared on the hit television shows “All My Children” and “Las Vegas,” and later in his career. He became a familiar figure onscreen, most notably in the “Transformers” film series “Life as We Know It” and “Love, Simon.” Duhamel grew up in poverty and attended Minot State University in North Dakota, where he served as the football team’s backup quarterback. His two seasons were completed at a rate of 50%.

Josh Duhamel – Football

Josh Duhamel – Football

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Steve Carell – Ice Hockey

Steve Carell fans know he is a huge hockey fan, but he was also an ice hockey player when he was younger. He played ice hockey and lacrosse in high school. He was a goaltender for Denison University’s Big Red hockey team and a Burpee’s Seedy Theatrical Company member. He is most known for his part in “The Office,” which earned him the title “America’s Funniest Man.” Carell told ESPN that he needed to decide whether to pursue a serious career in the sport or approach it as a hobby. While he aspired to play professional hockey, fate had other ideas.

Steve Carell – Ice Hockey

Steve Carell – Ice Hockey

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