Can you even imagine that some of the actors we see on our screens are not only good at acting but also some of the best athletes? Well, if you don’t then this article will compel you right away.
You might see some of actors playing the role of athletes in movies but some of them are really good at it in real life too. Not only that, for some, it was a source of income for them also.
Without wasting any time, let’s get straight to the list of 15 Hollywood actors who were fantastic athletes.
1. Dwayne Johnson
Who doesn’t know about Dwayne Johnson’s also known as The Rock’s athletic history? He is mostly known for his wrestling skills, but he was a top-notch football player at the University of Miami Hurricanes. His team also won the national championship in 1991. He played a major role in the team’s victory although some injuries caused him to leave the team.
He did not give up, not only that, this big boy also played for the Canadian Football League. He really does rock wherever he goes.
2. Will Smith
Will Smith is not only good at acting and singing, but possesses some mind-blowing athletic skills too. He showcased his various sporting skills alongside his team GB Athletes in London at the Ethos gym. He shot some hoops on the basketball court leaving his fans wowed
3. Nick Jonas
You will be surprised to know that this Jumanji actor is a pro at golf. Besides soccer, he represented the US as a member of the American team during the Ryder cup celebrity game. Not only that, but he also displayed his soccer skills by hitting the field with Bollywood stars in India.
4. Gordon Ramsay
From cooking, acting, opening up restaurants worldwide to sports, he has done it all. He is not only a die-hard fan of football, but also played it professionally. Gordon Ramsay also had a trial run with Scottish Premiership club Rangers FC. However, injuries put an end to his football dream, but he still competes in marathons and various triathlons. He really doesn’t get tired of trying everything.
5. Arnold Schwarzenegger
The 73-year-old Terminator actor was also a top-notch athlete in real life. Besides his movies, he was quite a famous bodybuilder and fitness athlete at that time. The former governor had also won the Mr Universe title when he was only 20, besides his seven Mr Olympia titles.
6. Emma Watson
Next on the list is 31-year-old Harry Potter actress Emma Watson. She was a field hockey player during her days at Brown University. Such a talented actress one must say.
7. Uzo Aduba
This Nigerian-American actress best known as Orange is the New Black was also on her college’s track team. She didn’t leave her passion for track even after joining Hollywood. She ran the New York City and the Boston marathon in 2013 and 2015 respectively.
8. Ed O’Neal
This 75-year-old Modern Family Actor was also a football star in Ohio before his successful television career. He played at Youngstown State University and made the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1969.
9. Hugh Laurie
Besides his exceptional acting skills, Hugh Laurie was also on a rowing team in his University days. This Englishman’s love for the sport began back when he was in school. He also won the British national title in 1997 and is still a member of the world’s oldest rowing team Leander Club.
10. Channing Tatum
You won’t believe that The Step Up actor was a good football player and captain of his team in high school. In fact, his football skills got him into Glenville State College. We can only imagine how athletic he must be.
11. Gina Davis
Gina Davis, a 65-year-old actress was also an incredible archer back then. Not only that, she was also on the US Olympic Archery team and finished 24th out of 400. She was so fond of archery that she even explained it as an out of body experience. She hasn’t left the sport yet and still spends a lot of time practicing. We might see her back in the field in someday.
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12. George Clooney
59-year-old actor George Clooney best known for his role in Ocean’s 11 also played basketball in high school. Not only that, he also went on to play it professionally but couldn’t pursue it for long.
13. Jason Siegel
The How I Met Your Mother actor was also a famous basketball player in high school all thanks to a six foot four height. He played for Harvard West Lake in LA. Though his teammates became famous NBA players, he ended up in Hollywood. Life had something else and bigger plan for him.
14 Jason Statham
This Transporter actor is no less than an incredible athlete. His love and passion for diving made him a member of the British National Diving team. He also competed in the 1990 commonwealth games.
15. Kate Hudson
The Almost Famous actress inherited her love of athletics from her family. Her father was a basketball player and her brother also played hockey. she didn’t stay back and is an incredible soccer player and dancer.
