10 Celebrities Who Got their Start on Reality Tv Shows
by Ruksana
Updated Mar 25, 2024
10 Celebrities Who Got their Start on Reality Tv Shows
Life is not a piece of cake for all, and so is the case for some very popular celebrities. Many top celebrities who are now a part of big projects in the film industry have actually started their career on the small TV screen. Yes, their acting debut was their first tv show. Nevertheless, every journey has its own story, and the end gives the best results. Here is a list of those celebrities who started their acting career with tv shows. Take a look here.
These are the celebrities who got their fame through Reality Tv Shows.
S.No
Celebrity Name
1
Chris Hemsworth
2
Cardi B
3
Laverne Cox
4
Emma Stone
5
Kesha
6
Lady Gaga
7
Jon Hamm
8
Kristen Wiig
9
Meghan Markle
10
Beyonce
Chris Hemsworth
Chris Hemsworth is an actor from Australia. He was born on August 11, 1983, in Melbourne. You might know him as Thor from the Marvel movies. Before that, he acted in a TV show called "Home and Away." He also appeared in other films like "Star Trek," "Snow White and the Huntsman," and "Men in Black: International."
Hemsworth started his career in Australia and then moved to Hollywood. He's not just an actor; he's also a film producer. He got married to Elsa Pataky in 2010, and they have three kids.
He grew up moving between Melbourne and the Outback in Australia. Hemsworth has worked hard to become one of the most well-known actors in the world. He's known for his good looks and strong performances on screen.
Christopher Hemsworth
Name
Christopher Hemsworth
Date of Birth
August 11, 1983
Place of Birth
Melbourne, Australia
Occupation
Actor
Famous For
Playing Thor in Marvel movies
Spouse
Elsa Pataky (married in 2010)
TV Show
Home and Away
Full Name
Cardi B
Belcalis Marlenis Almanzar, known as Cardi B, is an American rapper and actress born on October 11, 1992, in New York City. She gained fame through social media platforms like Vine and Instagram before appearing on the reality TV show Love & Hip Hop: New York from 2015 to 2017.
Cardi B released her first studio album, Invasion of Privacy, in 2018, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. The album's lead single, "Bodak Yellow," made her the first female rapper with a solo song to top the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the 21st century. She has since achieved further success with hits like "I Like It," "WAP," and "Up."
Apart from her music career, Cardi B has appeared in films such as Hustlers and F9, as well as serving as a judge on the music competition series Rhythm + Flow. She has won numerous awards, including a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album. Cardi B is recognized as one of the most influential female rappers of all time and holds several records in the hip hop industry. She is also known for her activism and outspoken personality on social and political issues.
Full Name
Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar
Date of Birth
October 11, 1992
Place of Birth
New York City, U.S.
Occupation
Rapper, Actress
Years Active
2014–present
Spouse
Offset (2017 - 2023)
Laverne Cox
Laverne Cox is an American actress and an advocate. She was born on May 29, 1972, in Mobile, Alabama. Cox gained fame for her role as Sophia Burset in the Netflix series Orange Is the New Black, becoming the first transgender person nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award in acting.
She won a Daytime Emmy Award for her work on Laverne Cox Presents: The T Word, making her the first trans woman to win the award. Cox also made history as the first openly transgender person to have a wax figure at Madame Tussauds and to appear on the cover of Time magazine.
Outside of acting, she has been an outspoken advocate for transgender rights and visibility, using her platform to raise awareness and promote equality.
Full Name
Laverne Cox
Date of Birth
May 29, 1972
Place of Birth
Mobile, Alabama, U.S.
Occupation
Actress, Activist
Years Active
2000–present
Emma Stone
Emma Stone, born Emily Jean Stone on November 6, 1988, in Scottsdale, Arizona, is an American actress and producer. She has won two Academy Awards, two British Academy Film Awards, and two Golden Globe Awards.
Stone began acting in theater as a child and made her television debut in 2004. She gained recognition for her roles in teen comedy films like "Superbad" (2007) and "Easy A" (2010). Her breakthrough came with "Easy A," where she had her first leading role.
Stone received critical acclaim for her performances in "Birdman" (2014) and "The Favourite" (2018), earning Academy Award nominations for both. She won two Academy Awards for Best Actress for her roles in "La La Land" (2016) and "Poor Things" (2023). Apart from films, Stone has appeared in television shows like "Maniac" (2018) and "The Curse" (2023).
In 2020, Stone and her husband Dave McCary founded the production company Fruit Tree. They have produced several films under this banner, including "When You Finish Saving the World" (2022) and "Problemista" (2023).
Full Name
Emily Jean Stone
Date of Birth
November 6, 1988
Place of Birth
Scottsdale, Arizona, U.S.
Occupation
Actress, Producer
Years Active
2004–present
Spouse
Dave McCary (married- 2020)
Organization
Fruit Tree
Kesha
Kesha is a singer and songwriter from the United States. She was born on March 1, 1987, in Los Angeles, California. Kesha became famous in 2009 when she sang on a popular song called "Right Round" by Flo Rida.
After that, she released her own music and became very successful. Some of her famous songs include "Tik Tok," "We R Who We R," and "Timber." Kesha has won awards for her music and has sold millions of albums worldwide.
Full Name
Kesha Rose Sebert
Birthdate
March 1, 1987
Birthplace
Los Angeles, California
Occupation
Singer, Songwriter
Years Active
2005-present
Genres
Pop, Electropop, Pop Rock
Labels
Kemosabe, RCA
Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga, born Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta on March 28, 1986, in New York City, is a famous American singer, songwriter, and actress. She became well-known for her unique style and catchy pop songs. Gaga started performing as a teenager in New York City, singing at open mic nights and acting in school plays.
She left college to pursue a music career and signed with Interscope Records in 2007. Gaga's debut album, "The Fame," released in 2008, was a huge success, featuring hits like "Just Dance" and "Poker Face." Throughout her career, Gaga experimented with different music genres, from electronic rock to jazz.
Name
Lady Gaga
Real Name
Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta
Date of Birth
March 28, 1986
Place of Birth
New York City, US
Occupation
Singer, songwriter, actress
Years Active
2001–present
Genres
Pop, dance, electronic, jazz, rock
Instruments
Vocals, piano, guitar
Awards
13 Grammy Awards, 2 Golden Globe Awards, 18 MTV Video Music Awards, and many more
Jon Hamm
Jon Hamm is an American actor famous for his role as Don Draper in the TV series "Mad Men." He was born on March 10, 1971, in St. Louis, Missouri. After studying at the University of Texas and the University of Missouri, he pursued acting.
Hamm's career took off when he landed the role of Don Draper, a advertising executive, in "Mad Men," which earned him critical acclaim and awards including a Golden Globe and an Emmy.
Apart from "Mad Men," Hamm has appeared in various films and TV shows, including "Stolen," "Million Dollar Arm," and "Baby Driver." He has also lent his voice to animated films like "Shrek Forever After" and "Minions." Hamm's talent extends beyond acting; he has hosted "Saturday Night Live" multiple times and has received recognition for his comedic skills.
Full Name
Jonathan Daniel Hamm
Date of Birth
March 10, 1971
Place of Birth
St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.
Alma Mater
University of Texas, Austin; University of Missouri
Occupation
Actor
Years Active
1996–present
Spouse
Anna Osceola (married. 2023)
Partner
Jennifer Westfeldt (1997–2015)
Kristen Wiig
Kristen Wiig is an American actress, comedian, and writer known for her work on television and in movies. Born on August 22, 1973, in Canandaigua, New York, Wiig grew up in Pennsylvania and later moved to Los Angeles to pursue acting.
She gained fame for her seven seasons on the comedy show "Saturday Night Live" from 2005 to 2012, where she show her comedy talent. Wiig's breakthrough came with the hit comedy film "Bridesmaids" in 2011, which she co-wrote and starred in, earning her award nominations.
She has since appeared in various movies, including "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty," "Ghostbusters," and "Wonder Woman 1984." Wiig is also known for her voice work in animated films like "Despicable Me" and "How to Train Your Dragon."
Name
Kristen Wiig
Date of Birth
August 22, 1973
Place of Birth
Canandaigua, New York, USA
Occupation
Actress, Comedian, Writer
Years Active
2000–present
Notable Works
Bridesmaids, SNL, Wonder Woman 1984
Awards
Nominated for Golden Globe and Academy Award
Meghan Markle
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, born Rachel Meghan Markle on August 4, 1981, in Los Angeles, California, USA, is an American member of the British royal family. Before marrying Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, she was an actress and businesswoman.
Meghan rose to fame for her role as Rachel Zane in the TV show "Suits" from 2011 to 2018. She also ran a lifestyle blog called The Tig, focusing on charity work and social justice issues. Meghan was previously married to film producer Trevor Engelson from 2011 to 2014.
After marrying Prince Harry in 2018, Meghan became known as the Duchess of Sussex. They have two children, Archie and Lilibet. The couple stepped back from their roles as working royals in 2020 and moved to Southern California.
Name
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex
Date of Birth
August 4, 1981
Place of Birth
Los Angeles, California, USA
Spouses
Trevor Engelson (2011–2014), Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex (m. 2018)
Children
Prince Archie of Sussex, Princess Lilibet of Sussex
Occupations
Actress, Businesswoman
Years Active
2001–2017 as an actress
Beyonce
Beyonce is an American singer, songwriter, and businesswoman. She was born on September 4, 1981, in Houston, Texas. Beyonce became famous as a member of the girl group Destiny's Child in the late 1990s. She later pursued a successful solo career, releasing hit albums like "Dangerously in Love," "B'Day," and "Lemonade."
Known as "Queen Bey," Beyoncé has won numerous awards for her music, including 32 Grammy Awards. She is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with over 200 million records sold worldwide. Beyoncé's songs like "Crazy in Love," "Single Ladies," and "Halo" have topped charts around the world.
Name
Beyonce
Date of Birth
September 4, 1981
Place of Birth
Houston, Texas, USA
Occupations
Singer, Songwriter, Businesswoman
Years Active
1995-present
Spouse
Jay-Z
Awards
32 Grammy Awards
