7) Forest Whitaker

Forest Whitaker started as an athlete in high school, where he played football and was recognized as an all-league defender. He then earned a football scholarship to California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. He eventually suffered an injury to his back which ended his football career and led him to change his major to music and an eventual acting career. Whitaker is known for films like Platoon, The Great Debaters, Arrival, and Good Morning, Vietnam. He has earned many accolades in his extensive acting career including an Oscar award.
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