Looking Back
Before They Were Stars, These Celebrities Earned Stripes—in the Service
The road to fame as an actor, politician or musician is not one specific, prepaved path. Still, it seems surprising to go from something as serious and life changing as the armed services to an industry where you still may slip on a uniform every day, but only to play pretend. You might be surprised by just how many big names in entertainment and public life were military men first, though. Take a look through Snakkle’s gallery and see if you recognize the men inside these uniforms. By Danielle Turchiano
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Adam Driver in the Marines; Adam Driver—Today
Adam Driver enlisted in the Marines shortly after 9/11 and served his two years. After Marine life, Driver went to Julliard to study acting. Now, he’s everywhere from his role as Adam on HBO’s Girls to recently being cast as the villain in the new Star Wars film.
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