14 Celebrities Who Proved Education and Fame Can Coexist

Many people believe that celebrities live only under the spotlight — performing on stage, acting in movies, or attending glamorous events. But behind all the fame and red carpets, many of them have also spent time in classrooms, chasing degrees and exploring completely different interests. From science and law to literature and psychology, these stars once followed academic paths that might surprise you.

Gerard Butler studied law at the University of Glasgow School of Law. After graduating, he took a position as a trainee lawyer at a law firm in Edinburgh

Brian May earned a Bachelor’s degree in Physics from Imperial College London, graduating with Upper Second-Class Honours. He also holds a PhD in Astrophysics

Edward Norton graduated in Bachelor of Arts in history from Yale University and, at the same time, continued his studies in theater

Will Ferrell graduated from college with a degree in sports information

Eva Longoria has a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology and a master’s degree in Chicano studies

Brad Pitt majored in journalism with a focus on advertising

Nick Cannon has a bachelor’s degree in criminology

Lionel Richie has a majored in economics with a minor in accounting, and has honorary doctorate degree in music

Reba McEntire has a bachelor’s degree in elementary education

Lil Wayne majored in psychology after taking online classes

Chris Martin graduated with first-class honors in Greek and Latin

Michael Jordan has a bachelor’s degree in geography

Miranda Cosgrove switched her major 3 times until she settled for psychology

Connie Britton majored in Asian studies

We’re so used to seeing celebrities on screen and across social media that it’s easy to imagine they’re always glamorous and picture-perfect. However, this article proves that the edited photos we see online don’t always reflect what they really look like in everyday life.