To the question “What needs to be done to become a famous actor?”, Most people will answer: “Get an education.” Yes, this is the classic cinema star ascension path.
First, the institute, then episodic roles, and after a few years you can hope that the aspiring actor will be noticed and will give him the opportunity to prove himself.
That's just life is unpredictable, and no one knows what lies ahead. Each year, a large number of professional actors graduate from theatrical universities, but only a few become known.
The rest will either play secondary roles all their lives, or will move to work in another sphere. It often happens that fame and recognition are achieved by people who accidentally entered the world of cinema.
They never studied acting, some did not even dream of becoming famous. They became famous thanks to their innate talent and perseverance. The following is a list of famous actors without an acting education.
10. Gerard Depardieu
Gerard Depardieu from a poor family. His parents could not provide children, did not give them proper education. Gerard studied poorly, he was soon kicked out of school.
It is not known how Depardieu’s life would have been if not for his friend. He invited a friend to Paris. Gerard wondered how his actor friend lives. In acting classes, a tall guy was noticed. He brilliantly coped with the task that the teacher gave him.
Soon, Gerard began to offer episodic roles. By the way, he still completed the courses, but decided not to continue his studies. He already became a famous actor who has many fans, he is known and loved all over the world.
9. Jim Carrey
Jim was also born into a poor family, his parents had nothing to do with the world of cinema. As a child, he had to earn money, there was not enough money. The boy grew up very artistic, he dreamed of a comedian career.
Kerry did not take any action to realize his dream, after graduation, he got a job at the factory. Jim's father knew about his desire, once he brought his son to a comedy club. Not the first time, but Kerry succeeded, they took him.
Then there were performances in nightclubs, participation in shows and television programs. After the comedian’s debut in the movie “Rubber Face”, they began to offer him roles. Only 11 years later, Jim learned what real glory is. He starred in Ace Ventura. Since then, Jim is considered one of the best comedian actors.
8. Joaquin Phoenix
Joaquin's parents were in a sect, they did not have a house, they lived in a van. Soon the nomadic life bored them, they settled in Los Angeles. The boy’s mom got a job on the NBS channel. From that moment, Phoenix, his brothers and sisters began to appear regularly in commercials and TV shows.
Joaquin did not think long about his future, he decided to become an actor. He didn’t go to study, he was already offered roles. It cannot be said that his career was developing rapidly. Joaquin walked toward the goal in small steps, but did not give up. In the 2000s, he played in the movie Gladiator. This role became decisive for him. Now Phoenix continues to act in film.
7. Ben Kingsley
Ben was born in the family of a doctor and actress. The boy was a creative person, was interested in music and singing. Ben went to college, received a secondary education, however, it was not acting.
Kinsgley did not work by profession, but decided to go to the theater. He was taken, he played in the theater for a while, until he was offered to star in the series.
For a long time he starred in episodes, played minor characters. After the release of the film "Gandhi", Kingsley woke up famous. This role was decisive for Ben. His filmography, the list of awards and prizes are impressive.
6. Heath Ledger
Heath was born into an ordinary family, dad worked as an engineer, mom - a teacher. The boy had many hobbies: sports, music, dancing. He also attended a school theater group. He liked playing in the theater so much that he decided to become an actor.
Ledger chose a short way, he did not go to university, but went to Sydney. There he went through a casting and starred in the series "Pot". The role did not bring him world fame, but the guy was noticed.
He was periodically offered roles, Ledger became famous after participating in the film "Ten Reasons for My Hate." During his short life, Heath Ledger managed to do a lot.
5. Christian Bale
Christian was born into a creative family, with both of his grandfathers being actors. This probably had a big impact on Bale's choice. When he was 10 years old, he already starred in commercials and played in the play.
Soon, the boy was offered to star in the film. He starred in episodes and commercials for a long time, and became famous for his role in the thriller American Psycho. Christian Bale is currently a successful sought-after actor.
4. Brad Pitt
Ordinary family, dad is a manager, mom is a teacher. Nevertheless, from childhood, the boy gravitated to creativity, though, he studied Brad music. After school, he entered the university at the faculty of journalism. By the way, he did not work a day by profession, the young man went to conquer Hollywood.
At first, Pitt worked as a driver. He also worked as a promoter in a cafe, inviting visitors in a chicken suit. At this time, he completed acting classes and even starred in several episodes.
Only in 1994, Brad became world famous when the movie “Interview with the Vampire” was released. Now he is a world celebrity and a favorite of all women on the planet.
3. Tom Cruise
Tom was born into the family of an engineer and teacher-defectologist. They lived poorly. Soon, Tom was accepted into the theater circle, the first performance of the boy made a splash.
After some time, Cruz decided to play sports professionally, but was injured. A new goal is to become a Catholic priest, the boy even studied at a theological seminary. Enough for Tom for a short while, he returned to school, again went to the theater circle.
He realized that he was eager to become an actor. He was lucky, he passed a casting, Cruise was approved for the role in the film "Endless Love". Two years later - the main role in "Risky Business", and now, Tom is already known around the world.
2. Russell Crowe
Russell's parents worked in the field of show business, since childhood, he used to not be afraid of cameras, was present at the filming of films. For the first time he starred in a cameo at the age of five.
When the boy turned 14, he had to quit school, there was not enough money. Russell got a job. For a while he played in a rock band, but Crowe could not forget about his dream - an actor’s career. He even wanted to go to college, but he was convinced that this is not necessary for the actor.
Well, Russell Crowe proved that you can become successful in the world of cinema without having an acting education. At first he played in the theater, starred in series. Fame came to him after his role in the film "Skinheads". Russell Crowe is one of the highest paid actors.
1. Johnny Depp
Papa Johnny worked as an engineer, mom - a waitress. He himself never thought about the career of an actor. Johnny was uncontrollable, he constantly cursed with his parents. The boy early acquired bad habits.
At 15, he was kicked out of school, but Depp was not upset. He got a job as a handyman, and also performed in nightclubs as part of a musical group.
It so happened that Johnny played in Nightmare on Elm Street. The young man hoped that this would help him in his musical career. After a successful debut, he began to be invited to other projects.
Depp soon became famous. Decisive was the role of an officer in the TV series Jump Street. After filming the movie “Captains of the Caribbean,” Johnny became a world famous actor.