10 Celebrities With an IQ So High They Could Become the Next Einstein

There’s a never-ending debate on whether there’s only one kind of intelligence that can be measured with tests or whether there are multiple intelligences, as proposed by Harvard psychologist Howard Gardner. The truth is that sometimes intelligence needs to be quantified, and some tests can determine a person’s intellectual abilities and potential. They do not focus on knowledge but rather on cognitive skills such as reasoning, logic, and problem-solving.

1. Matt Damon: an IQ of 160

Damon was studying English literature at Harvard; however, when he was a few credits short of graduating, he started acting and dropped out.

2. Quentin Tarantino: an IQ of 160

The famous film director, known for films such as Pulp Fiction and Reservoir Dogs, is estimated to have an IQ of 160. Tarantino dropped out of high school because according to him, the only class he liked was History since “it was like the movies.”

3. Kate Beckinsale: an IQ of 152

The actress, who starred in blockbusters such as Pearl Harbor and Click, studied modern languages at Oxford before pursuing acting. She revealed that when she was younger, she took a test to know her IQ and got 152. However, as she mentioned, this did not help her in the world of showbiz.

4. Sylvester Stallone: an IQ of 160

According to different sources, the action star was blessed with an IQ of 160, which means he belongs to 0.1% of the population with a superior ability for logical reasoning, quick thinking, and fast reactions. This IQ is the same as the one attributed to the scientist Albert Einstein.

5. Conan O’Brien: an IQ of 160

The comedian, writer, producer, and podcast and television host graduated from Harvard University with a degree in History and Literature in 1985. His IQ is also considered quite high, reaching 160 points.

6. Mayim Bialik: an IQ of 150-163

The actress, who became known for her portrayal of neurobiologist Amy Farrah Fowler on The Big Bang Theory, is as intelligent in real life as her character. She has a Ph.D. in neuroscience, speaks fluent English and Hebrew, and can play the piano, guitar, and trumpet.

7. Ashton Kutcher: an IQ of 160

It’s kind of ironic that most characters Ashton has played in sitcoms generally do not shine for their intelligence. However, in real life, the That ’70s Show star has cognitive abilities estimated to reach 160 points. Outside his acting career, Kutcher has done humanitarian work and has also invested in tech startups before they became successful, such as Uber and Spotify.

8. Marilyn Monroe: an IQ of 165

According to several sources, the iconic actress had an IQ of 165, which places her above Albert Einstein. Though she had no formal education, the success she achieved in her career is indisputable. This breaks with many of the stereotypes that were attributed to her.

9. Gerard Piqué: an IQ of 170

The football player studied business economics at Esade Business School, a university in Barcelona, Spain. According to his father, Piqué, who is one of only four footballers to have won the UEFA Champions League twice, has an IQ of 170. For reference, we can mention that the British theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking was also said to have an IQ of 160.

10. Rowan Atkinson: an IQ of 178

The comedian, famous for playing Mr. Bean, studied electrical and electronic engineering at the University of Newcastle and later obtained a master’s degree in electrical engineering at Queen’s College, Oxford. Atkinson has an IQ of 178, which almost matches that of Leonardo da Vinci, who is said to have had an IQ of 180.

You can read more about people who have surpassed Einstein’s IQ in this article. You might also be interested in learning about celebrities who shine not only for their beauty but also for their brilliant minds. There are even some who have studied careers we never imagined.