From the operating room to the red carpet! Many stars embraced the fast-paced world of entertainment after getting their initial training in medicine and healthcare. Get the inside scoop on which of your favorite celebrities also have a passion for healing.
Ken Jeong
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A breakout star in comedy and movies, Ken Jeong is also a licensed physician. Before his hilarious breakout role in The Hangover (2009), he practiced medicine for several years as a physician of internal medicine at a Kaiser Permanente hospital in Los Angeles, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. His journey from medicine to stardom is the ultimate story of following every dream.
Kate Gosselin
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Well-known for her television career, Kate Gosselin devoted years to working as a registered nurse. Before landing her reality TV show, John & Kate Plus 8, she worked as a registered nurse. And she never lost sight of her dedication to caregiving, eventually returning to nursing as a pediatric home health nurse, per Parade.
Jay Sean
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Better known by his stage name Jay Sean, Kamaljit Singh Jhooti is an accomplished singer who initially trained in medicine. He enrolled in Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry at Queen Mary University of London before dropping out to pursue a singing career, according to NPR.
Jennifer Stone
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After making her mark on Disney Channel, Jennifer Stone stepped away from acting to pursue a career in nursing. She starred as Harper Finkle on the Disney Channel series Wizards of Waverly Place for its four seasons and later became a registered nurse. Today, she shares her journey on social media while still pursuing acting, according to ABC News.
LuAnn de Lesseps
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Famed for her presence on The Real Housewives of New York City and the cabaret stage, LuAnn de Lesseps is also a former licensed practical nurse in Connecticut.
Bonnie Hunt
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Bonnie Hunt charmed millions in film and television, but her first career was as an oncology nurse. She spent five years working in oncology at Chicago’s Northwestern Memorial Hospital before pursuing a full-time career in comedy, according to The Second City. The experience shaped her unique perspective and brought an empathetic voice to her professional journey.
Sonya Eddy
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Best known for her portrayal of the stern yet compassionate head nurse Epiphany Johnson on the ABC daytime soap opera General Hospital, late actress Sonya Eddy was also a licensed vocational nurse in real life, per NBC News.
Mayim Bialik
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Mayim Bialik is celebrated both for her acclaimed acting roles and her academic achievements in neuroscience. She returned to earn her PhD degree in neuroscience from UCLA in 2007, making her one of the few Hollywood actors to hold a genuine doctoral degree in a scientific field, per UCLA. Bringing science and entertainment together, she encourages others to explore all facets of their interests.
Kim Zolciak-Biermann
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Reality television star Kim Zolciak-Biermann is more than a household name, before fame she worked as a licensed nurse. She held a Licensed Practical Nurse license in the States of Connecticut and Georgia from 1999 to 2003 before joining the cast of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, as reported by Nicki Swift.
Lisa Kudrow
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Best known for her role as Phoebe Buffay on Friends, Lisa Kudrow has a background in biology. She received her A.B. in biology from Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York, before finding her footing in acting, per Biography.
Julie Walters
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Julie Walters, a beloved figure in film, began her career as a nurse. She trained as a student nurse at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham, England, before leaving to study acting, according to IMDb. Her remarkable journey encourages fans to follow their hearts wherever they may lead.
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