10 Celebrities You Didn't Know Were College Athletes

 When we think of celebrities, we often associate them with red carpets, blockbuster movies, or chart-topping music careers. However, many celebrities have hidden talents and lesser-known aspects of their lives that might surprise you. One such aspect is their past participation in college athletics. Here are 10 celebrities you probably didn't know were college athletes.

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson

Before Dwayne Johnson, also known as "The Rock", became a Hollywood superstar, he was a college football player. He played for the Miami team that won the national championship in 1991 and even had dreams of playing in the NFL before moving on to professional wrestling and later acting.

Sheryl Crow

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow was an athlete during her college years at the University of Missouri. She specialized in heptathlon, a grueling combination of seven different athletic disciplines.

Terry Crews

Terry Crews, known for his roles on "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" and various comedy films, played football at Western Michigan University. He was a defensive end and even played briefly in the NFL for the Los Angeles Rams, San Diego Chargers and the Washington Football Team.

John Krasinski

John Krasinski, best known for his role as Jim Halpert on the hit TV series "The Office", played college basketball at Brown University. Before pursuing an acting career, he was a talented forward on the Brown Bears basketball team.

Ashley Judd

Acclaimed actress Ashley Judd is also a devoted basketball fan. She attended the University of Kentucky and was a member of their Wildcats women's basketball team as an athlete

Mark Harmon

Mark Harmon, star of the long-running TV series "NCIS," played college football at UCLA. He was a standout quarterback for the Bruins and considered a career in the NFL before he decided to pursue acting.

Dean Cain

Dean Cain, best known for his role as Superman in the television series "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman", was a varsity football player at Princeton University. He played linebacker for the Tigers during his college years.

Sandra Bullock

Oscar-winning actress Sandra Bullock was a college cheerleader at East Carolina University. She showed her school spirit by rooting for the Pirates during her acting career.

Matthew Fox

Before his breakout role as Jack Shephard on the hit TV series "Lost," Matthew Fox was a college football player at Columbia University. He played wide receiver and was part of the Lions football team.

Robin Roberts

Famous "Good Morning America" ​​host Robin Roberts was a college basketball player at Southeastern Louisiana University. She was an excellent athlete and even won a scholarship for her skills on the court.

The college sports backgrounds of these celebrities reveal a hidden layer of their diverse talents and experiences. While they may be best known for their work in entertainment, their dedication and achievements in sports during their college years played a significant role in shaping their lives and careers. These stories serve as a reminder that talent and passion can come in many forms, and sometimes even the brightest stars have humble beginnings in sports.