10 Fascinating Stories Of Celebrities Before They Become Big Names

Elise Feyrer

It is commonly believed that wealth and fame may transform a person. Is that statement accurate, though? Now, let's find out how big of an impact fame has on people in today's study. Fascinating stories of famous people are great to hear. 
Recently, a member of the Reddit community posed the following question: "People of Reddit who knew superstars before they were famous, how different do they act now?" A lot of people talked about the time they spent with famous people before they became famous and offered their stories and experiences. Please scroll down to read some of their responses and uncover the reality of the situation. Stories Of celebrities Before fame might be found here. 

1. Post Malone

Stories Of Celebrities Before fame Source: Getty Images

Post Malone and I were high school classmates. In high school, we were classmates. He was the kid who was usually well-dressed and quite serious about his schoolwork. I'm relieved to hear the outcome of his life. I had the darkest of hopes for him, and now that he's succeeded, I listen to him constantly. On the other hand, in his eyes, I am simply some random stranger. There was never any serious communication between us.

2. Mark Ruffalo

Stories Of Celebrities Before fame Source: Getty Images

Yes, Mark Ruffalo and I were high school classmates. He was quite pleasant. He was referred to as "one of those actors." An acting club at my high school encouraged its members to break out of their shells and interact with new people by playing roles such as "the wild fairy of the woods," presenting them with a flower, and introducing themselves as their new best friend. We didn't have a lot of conversations, but he was a good man.

3. Tom Hanks

Stories Of Celebrities Before fame Source: Getty Images

My friend went to prom with Tom Hanks since they were high school pals. He uses one of his typewriters to make unique birthday cards for her every year.

4. Paul Rudd

Stories Of Celebrities Before fame Source: Getty Images

One of my close friends is pals with Paul Rudd. He's the same, lovely guy, she says.

5. Will Smith

Source: Getty Images

For example: "My dad was good friends with Will Smith before the Fresh Prince days, and Will showed him the show's pilot before it aired. Eventually, after several years, After Earth was made and Will invited us to visit the set. After not seeing my dad for over a decade, his first words to him were, "the Philly crew is back." You won't find two nicer people than Will and Jaden.

6. Jack Black

Source: Getty Images

It's true that "Jack Black is the same person he was as a teenager—hilarious, kind, caring, and spreading that joy through music."

7. Johnny Depp

Source: Getty Images

My father had a close relationship with Johnny Depp in their youth. At the time, he was starting production on 21 Jump Street (the show, not the movie lol). To hear it from my dad, was a very modest and generous man who always picked up the tab at the bar. It's been said that he also distributed large quantities of high-quality cocaine during parties for free.

8. Dolly

Source: Getty Images

My grandma spent many years as a Dollywood employee and had several encounters with Dolly. Dolly sent about two dozen roses to the funeral home when she passed away. She is a rare find.

9. Steve Harvey

Source: Getty Images

“My mom used to ride the bus to work in downtown Cleveland with Steve Harvey’s first wife. She reportedly encouraged him as he launched his professional life. He eventually became successful, and shortly after that, he divorced her for a younger lady. My mom always loathed him because she felt that he treated his previous wife like s**t and usually cried “bastard!” at the TV when he showed up.”

10. Tom Holland

Source: Getty Images

I went to elementary school with Tom Holland and sat next to him for our GCSE History class; we were already good friends. He was frequently absent since he was in Thailand, shooting scenes for The Impossible. I lost touch with him after GCSE, but he was a terrific human being and a hilarious storyteller back in the day, and I'm glad to hear that he's still got it. I do recall us all giggling at him as he prepared for his role as Billy Elliott by dancing ballet in the school gym. We didn't have much time to laugh.