13 Celebrities Who Refused to Let Their Academic Dreams Die

The common perception is that celebrities are solely focused on their craft, such as acting or singing, and their education reflects this. However, this is not always the case. There are some celebrities who possess a diverse range of skills and interests beyond their primary career. Our research has uncovered a group of famous individuals who possess an unexpected academic background.

1. Mayim Bialik has a Ph.D. in neuroscience.

2. Meghan Markle has a bachelor’s degree in theater and international studies.

3. Dwayne Johnson has a bachelor’s degree with a dual major in criminology and physiology.

4. Kourtney Kardashian could become an actress because she has a bachelor’s degree in theatre arts.

5. Emma Watson graduated from Brown University with a bachelor’s degree in English literature.

6. Dolph Lundgren has a master’s degree in chemical engineering.

7. Miuccia Prada is not only a fashion designer. She also has a Ph.D. in political science.

8. Sacha Baron Cohen is a graduate of the University of Cambridge and has a history degree.

9. Benedict Cumberbatch is a Master of Arts in classical acting.

10. Shaquille O’Neal is not only a famous athlete, but he also has a doctorate in education.

11. Cole Sprouse is not only an actor, but also an archeologist. He even unearthed a mask of Dionysus on a dig in Bulgaria while studying in college.

12. Adam Sandler has a bachelor’s degree in acting.

13. Natalie Portman has a bachelor’s degree in psychology.

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