10 actors who held 9-5 jobs before they became actors

By the looks of the glamorous lives of actors, it is hard to imagine that they once had to do normal 9 to 5 jobs just like common people. Although there are many well-known celebrities who began their career at a very young age, an array of famous Hollywood actors were 9 to 5 employees before their lives changed.

The list includes notable and beloved names like Jim Carrey, Taraji P. Henson, Whoopi Goldberg, Hugh Jackman, and many more. From answering phone calls to sweeping floors to coaching a sports team, this set of actors knows exactly what it is like to hold down a normal job.

Without further ado, let's dive right in to take a closer look at the actors who were working regular jobs before becoming Hollywood stars.

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