Here’s a list of five athletes who created acting careers for themselves
- Athletic Career: Johnson was a standout college football player at the University of Miami before gaining fame as a professional wrestler. He won numerous championships and became one of wrestling’s biggest stars.
- Acting Career: Transitioning into acting, Johnson first gained attention in “The Scorpion King” (2002). Since then, he’s starred in many blockbuster films, including “Fast & Furious”, “Jumanji,” and “Moana,” establishing himself as a box office powerhouse.
- Arnold Schwarzenegger was a dominant force in bodybuilding, winning the Mr. Olympia title seven times and becoming an iconic figure in the fitness world..
- Acting Career: Schwarzenegger became a major Hollywood action star with hits like “The Terminator,” “Predator,” and “Total Recall.” His career spanned decades; he even served as the Governor of California from 2003 to 2011.
- Athletic Career: Crews played defensive end and linebacker in the NFL for teams like the Los Angeles Rams and San Diego Chargers.
- He starred in movies such as Friday After Next, Training Day, Soul Plane, and White Chicks.
- Athletic Career: Rousey was the first American woman to earn an Olympic medal in judo at the 2008 Summer Olympics. She became a prominent figure in mixed martial arts, holding the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Championship.
- Acting Career: Rousey appeared in major films like “Furious 7,” “The Expendables 3,” and “Mile 22.”
- Her tough persona and fighting skills translated well to action roles. Expanding her career beyond the octagon.
- Athletic Career: Reynolds was a promising football player at Florida State University before a knee injury ended his athletic career.
- Acting Career: Burt became a Hollywood legend, having played roles in films like Smokey and the Bandit, Deliverance, and Boogie Nights.
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