Many celebrities aren’t typically recognized for their intellect—unless, of course, their fame stems from being brainy, like Neil deGrasse Tyson or Bill Nye. However, the truth is that many well-known individuals possess far more knowledge than they’re often credited for. In fact, some have earned college degrees that might just catch you off guard. Continue reading to discover which Monty Python icon nearly pursued a career in law and what academic degree the legendary Gene Simmons holds!
Natalie Portman Has A Bachelor’s In Psychology
“I felt like there had been some mistake,” she later reflected. “I worried that I wasn’t intelligent enough to belong in that environment and that every time I spoke, I’d have to prove I wasn’t just a dumb actress.” This internal struggle was something she faced head-on by earning a degree from Harvard. Already a star after the release of *Star Wars,* she enrolled and returned with a diploma in hand, proving she was far more than just an actress.
Alison Williams Is a Yale Grad
*Girls* star Allison Williams’ character Marnie made a series of poor choices on the show, from terrible relationships to abandoning her career aspirations for music, despite lacking the ability to sing well. While Marnie might have been a few fries short of a happy meal, Alison certainly isn’t. The actress wasn’t permitted to pursue acting professionally until she completed her college education—at Yale, no less. There, she studied English and archaeology, but as a freshman, she didn’t secure a role in Yale’s prominent musical. Instead, she joined the improv group and discovered her true calling—comedy. Good for her!
