30 Famous People who were Homeschooled

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30 famous people who were homeschooled

Homeschooling is an educational option in which a child is educated at home, rather than attending a traditional school. Many parents choose to homeschool to provide their children with an education that meets their individual needs, interests, and learning styles.

 Homeschooling can also allow families to spend more time together, and provide more flexibility when it comes to scheduling and curriculum. Homeschooling can be an effective option for some families; however, it is important to be aware of the potential challenges that may arise.

1. Angelina Jolie

Angelina Jolie is not only an American actress but also a  filmmaker, and humanitarian. She attended a variety of schools such as William O. Schaefer School, Beverly Hills High School, and even the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute, but she was also homeschooled.

She found the structure of traditional schooling difficult and the homeschooling environment allowed her to learn at her own pace and explore her creativity. Her homeschooling experience taught her to take responsibility for her learning and gave her the confidence to pursue her dreams.

2. Venus and Serena Williams

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Venus and Serena Williams are two of the most successful professional tennis players of all time. They began their careers as professional tennis players while they were being homeschooled. Their father, Richard Williams, was their main teacher and was determined to provide them with the best possible education and training.

Homeschooling allowed them to focus on their tennis and hone their skills, which eventually led to their success on the court. They have both won multiple Grand Slam titles, and their record-breaking careers remain among the best in the sport.

3. Jackie Evancho

Jackie Evancho is an American singer and songwriter who rose to fame at the age of 10 when she competed in the fifth season of America’s Got Talent in 2010. She was homeschooled throughout her childhood and is now a successful recording artist and performer. She has released five solo albums, and an EP, and has appeared in television specials and films. She also performed at the Presidential Inauguration of Donald Trump in 2017

4. Josh Hutcherson

Josh Hutcherson is an American actor best known for his roles in The Hunger Games film series, Zathura, Bridge to Terabithia, and Journey to the Center of the Earth. He began his acting career in 2002, and at the age of 11, he was homeschooled due to his busy filming schedule. He completed his high school education at the age of sixteen and is currently enrolled at New York University.

5. Miley Cyrus

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Miley Cyrus is an American singer and actress who was homeschooled while rising to fame. She is best known for her role as Hannah Montana on the Disney Channel television series, as well as her musical work. Homeschooling allowed her to focus on her career while giving her the flexibility to pursue other interests and maintain a normal childhood. She has been quoted as saying that she enjoyed being homeschooled and found it beneficial for her career.

6. Julianne Moore

Julianne Moore is an Academy Award-winning American actress who was homeschooled from the age of nine to thirteen. She credits her homeschooling experience for giving her an independent spirit and creative thinking skills. Moore has said that her homeschooling allowed her to explore her interests, including acting, and gave her a unique perspective that she believes has benefited her throughout her career.

7. Dakota Fanning

Dakota Fanning is an American actress and former child star who was homeschooled while growing up. She is known for her roles in films such as I Am Sam, War of the Worlds, The Twilight Saga, and The Runaways.

She has also starred in television series such as Taken and The Alienist. Fanning has won numerous awards for her acting, including a Saturn Award, two Young Artist Awards, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. She is currently attending New York University.

8. Zac Efron

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Zac Efron is an American actor and singer best known for his roles in the High School Musical franchise. He was homeschooled for most of his education and credits his parents for providing him with an education tailored to his needs.

 He was able to pursue his interest in the performing arts and was able to make a successful career in the entertainment industry. He is an advocate for homeschooling and has encouraged other young people to explore the option.

9. Abigail Breslin

Abigail Breslin is an American actress who achieved fame at a young age, having been in films like Little Miss Sunshine and Zombie land. She was homeschooled from a young age, which allowed her to pursue acting while still receiving a quality education. She is an advocate of homeschooling, citing it as a way to gain independence and explore interests in a more individualized way.

10. Natalie Portman

Natalie Portman is an Academy Award-winning actress, director, and producer. She was born in Jerusalem and raised in the United States. She was homeschooled by her parents, who strongly believed in the importance of education.

Despite being homeschooled, Portman excelled in her studies and graduated high school at the age of 16. She went on to attend Harvard University and graduated with a degree in psychology. Her success in school and her career demonstrates the potential of homeschooling and the power of dedication and hard work.

11. Justin Timberlake

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Justin Timberlake is a multi-talented American singer; songwriter, actor, and entrepreneur who began his career as a child star on the popular television show The Mickey Mouse Club. He was homeschooled for the majority of his childhood and adolescence, which allowed him to focus on his career.

Timberlake has since gone on to become one of the most successful performers in the music industry, with multiple Grammys and Billboard Music Awards. He has also made a successful transition into acting, with numerous films and television shows to his credit.

12. Neil Patrick Harris

Neil Patrick Harris is a famous actor and producer who was homeschooled for his primary education. He is best known for his roles in the sitcom How I Met Your Mother, the movie series A Series of Unfortunate Events, and the Broadway musicals Hedwig and the Angry Inch and Assassins. Harris’ homeschooling gave him the flexibility to pursue his acting career at an early age and he went on to become a successful entertainer.

13. Jennifer Garner

Jennifer Garner is an American actress and producer who achieved success in television and movies. She was homeschooled for a period of her life as a child. Garner has said that she and her siblings were homeschooled by their mother to give them more of a traditional education than public school.

Garner has also credited her homeschooling with allowing her to learn subjects that she may have been unable to learn in a public school. She has said that homeschooling was a great experience for her and that she learned a lot from it.

14. Scarlett Johansson

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Scarlett Johansson is an American actress, model, and singer who was homeschooled for most of her life. She started her acting career at a young age, appearing in plays and movies. She has since become one of the most successful and highest-paid actresses in Hollywood, having starred in several popular films such as Lost in Translation, The Avengers, and Marriage Story. Homeschooling allowed her to pursue her acting career; she still found time to take classes in literature, history, and art.

15. Jodie Foster

Jodie Foster is not only an American actress, but also a director, and producer. She was homeschooled from the age of 12 through the end of high school. Her homeschooling allowed her to focus on her acting career, and she was able to make her film debut at the age of 12. Foster has gone on to be nominated for numerous awards, including two Academy Awards, and has won several awards, including a Golden Globe and a BAFTA. She has had a successful career for over four decades.

16. Tim Tebow

Tim Tebow is an American professional baseball player and former professional football player who was homeschooled. He was home-schooled by his mother, while his father, an evangelical pastor, taught him Bible studies. Tebow was known for his unconventional approach to homeschooling, which allowed him to pursue his dreams and excel in both sports and academics.

17. Elle Fanning

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Elle Fanning is an American actress. She began her career as a child actress in films such as I am Sam, Daddy Day Care, and Babel. She is known for her roles in films such as Super 8, Maleficent, and The Neon Demon. She was homeschooled from the age of 7 to the age of 13 and eventually attended Campbell Hall School in Los Angeles. She has since gone on to become a successful and highly acclaimed actress.

18. Will Smith

Will Smith is a famous actor, rapper, and producer who was homeschooled for the majority of his childhood. He credits homeschooling for his success, as it allowed him to focus on his interests and develop his talents at a young age. In addition, his parents strongly encouraged him to pursue his dreams and never gave up on him. Smith went on to become a household name and one of the most successful entertainers of all time.

19. Anne Hathaway

Anne Hathaway is an Academy Award-winning actress who was homeschooled in her early years. She got her first big break when she starred in the Disney film The Princess Diaries in 2001. She has also won numerous awards for her acting, most notably an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Les Miserables. Hathaway credits her homeschooling for allowing her to focus on her acting and music, which has helped her become the successful actress she is today.

20. Christian Bale

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Christian Bale is a British actor who rose to fame in the early 2000s after starring in films such as American Psycho, The Prestige, and The Dark Knight trilogy. He was homeschooled from the age of 12 to 16, which allowed him to focus on his acting career. He has since gone on to become one of the most well-known and respected actors in Hollywood, receiving numerous awards and nominations for his work.

21. Emma Watson

Emma Watson is not only an English actress, but also a  model, and an activist. She is best known for playing the role of Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter film series. Watson was homeschooled during her school years and achieved A-levels in English, Literature, and Art. She has gone on to be a vocal advocate for gender equality and has become a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador.

22. Bill Gates

Bill Gates is a famous entrepreneur, business magnate, and philanthropist who was homeschooled. He attended Lakeside School, a private school in Seattle where he developed an interest in computers. He went on to become the founder of Microsoft, the world’s largest software company. He is one of the world’s wealthiest individuals and has donated billions of dollars to philanthropic causes. He is an advocate for education and has been a vocal supporter of homeschooling.

23. Alicia Keys

Alicia Keys is an American singer, and songwriter, but also an actress, and record producer. She was homeschooled as a child and developed a passion for music at an early age. She has gone on to become a successful and widely acclaimed artist, having won 15 Grammy awards, an Emmy, and numerous other awards throughout her career. Keys has also been involved in several philanthropic causes, including working to promote AIDS awareness and advocating for the rights of women and girls.

24. Darren Criss

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Darren Criss is an American actor, singer, and songwriter, who is known for his role as Blaine Anderson on Glee. Criss was homeschooled by his parents and attended the University of Michigan, where he studied musical theater. He has since gone on to appear in films and television shows, as well as release several albums. He is also a prominent supporter of the LGBT community and has used his platform to advocate for civil rights. 

25.Candace Cameron-Bure

Candace Cameron-Bure is an American actress, who is known for her role as D.J. Tanner on the popular sitcom Full House. She began her career in the early 1980s and has since appeared in numerous television shows and movies. Not many people know that Candace was homeschooled from kindergarten until she graduated high school. She credits homeschooling with allowing her to pursue her career at a young age, and today she is a strong advocate for homeschooling. 

26.Raven-Symoné

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Raven-Symoné is a famous actress, singer, and songwriter who was homeschooled. She began her career as a child actor on the sitcom The Cosby Show and later became a star on the Disney Channel show So Raven. She has also released several hit songs, including “That’s What Little Girls Are Made Of” and “Double Dutch Bus”. In recent years, she has become a vocal advocate for homeschooling, speaking out about its benefits and encouraging parents to consider it as an option for their children. 

27.Zac Hanson

Zac Hanson is an American singer-songwriter and musician best known as a member of the pop-rock trio Hanson. He is the youngest of the three Hanson brothers and was homeschooled by his mother, Diana Hanson. He was a part of the group’s first album, Middle of Nowhere, which was released when he was only 11 years old. He has gone on to write and record several solo and group albums, as well as tour extensively with his brothers. Zac also has a passion for teaching and has spoken at various homeschooling conferences. 

28.Chris Pine

Chris Pine is an American actor best known for his role as Captain Kirk in the 2009 reboot of the Star Trek franchise. He was homeschooled from the ages of 11 to 14 and went on to attend the University of California, Berkeley. 

29.Jordin Sparks

Jordin Sparks is an American singer, songwriter, and actress who rose to fame after winning the sixth season of American Idol in 2007. She was homeschooled throughout her teens, allowing her the flexibility to pursue her music career while still receiving an education. After the success of her single “No Air,” Sparks released her self-titled debut album in 2007 and later released three other albums. 

30.Billie Eilish

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Billie Eilish is an American singer and songwriter. In 2016  after the release of her debut single, “Ocean Eyes”, she rose to fame. She was homeschooled from a young age and has achieved success in her career despite her lack of formal education. She has won five Grammy Awards and is the youngest artist to win Album of the Year.