40+ Celebrities Played Sports Before They Were Famous!

Published on 01/03/2023
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Avril Lavigne – Hockey

“Sk8er Boi” was one of Avril Lavigne’s biggest tracks, catapulting her to fame, and many people may be unaware that she herself was a skater girl. In an interview with ESPN, she stated that her father had her on ice skates in the backyard when she was two years old. She was a right winger for the boys’ hockey league in high school and was voted MVP twice. Lavigne had to put her skates on hold after signing a music contract at the age of 16. She became known as the “Pop Punk Queen,” after releasing a succession of critically acclaimed albums. She did admit, though, to bringing her skates on tour in order to play street hockey.

Avril Lavigne – Hockey

Avril Lavigne – Hockey

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Gwen Stefani – Swimming

Gwen Stefani rose to prominence as the lead singer and songwriter for No Doubt. They composed the songs “Just a Girl” and “Spiderwebs.” During her vacation, she established a solo career and had chart-topping singles “What You Waiting For?” and “Cool.” Stefani is lauded for her beauty and flare in addition to her vocal ability. Her incredible body could also be attributed to her stint on the swimming squad at Loara High School in California. She is still known to swim regularly as part of her training program, according to Ocaquatics.

Gwen Stefani – Swimming

Gwen Stefani – Swimming

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