These Celebrities Were All Cheerleaders Before Making It Big

Kirk Douglas

Amsterdam High School in Amsterdam, New York can proudly say that esteemed actor Kirk Douglas once cheered their teams on to victory. He filmed over 100 films during his long life. These typically consisted of genres like serious dramas, old-school westerns, and war films. 

Paula Abdul

Paula took being a cheerleader to the next level. Not only did she perform at Van Nuys High School in Los Angeles, but she was also an honor student. After graduation, she committed to dance by becoming a Laker Girl, then becoming the head choreographer, and supporting stars like Jamaal Wilkes, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Magic Johnson on the court. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.