Did You Know These Stars Were On Their High School Cheer Squads?

Phaedra Parks

The Real Housewives star cheered for the Clarke Central High School team in Athens, Georgia. Her red, white, and gold uniform gave her all the confidence she needed to break into acting. Before that, she went into law school and pursued a degree.

Kirstie Alley

Kirstie Alley cheered for the Wichita Southeast High School team in Kansas for a few years. One thing about her time on the squad — she was the only member with a short haircut. However, talent scouts like it, because she was cast on Cheers a few years later.

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The More You Know

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.