Ever wondered what it takes to conquer both the modeling runway and the Hollywood red carpet? Well, these 32 Hollywood stars not only wondered but actually did it with unparalleled flair. Join us on a captivating journey through the careers of these versatile individuals who seamlessly transitioned from striking poses to commanding the big screen.
Mark Wahlberg: More Than Just Calvin Klein
Mark Wahlberg, once a Calvin Klein model and rapper, seamlessly shifted into Hollywood with hits like Boogie Nights and The Family Plan.
Rebecca Romijn: Supermodel to Superhero
Rebecca Romijn, known for gracing Vogue covers and Victoria’s Secret campaigns, added ‘superhero’ to her resume with the role of Mystique in X-Men.
Tyrese Gibson: From Ads to Action
Tyrese Gibson, the face of Coca-Cola and Guess, found fame through roles in Baby Boy and 2 Fast 2 Furious.
Halle Berry: Beauty Queen to Blockbuster Star
Halle Berry, a former beauty pageant contestant, conquered Hollywood with roles in X-Men and James Bond movies.
Jamie Dornan: Reality Show to Hollywood
Jamie Dornan, from Channel 4’s Model Behaviour to Fifty Shades of Grey, showcased his journey from modeling to Hollywood stardom.
Cara Delevingne: Vogue to DCEU
Cara Delevingne, a Vogue model, seamlessly blended her modeling career with acting in projects like Paper Towns and Suicide Squad.
Channing Tatum: Armani to A-List
Channing Tatum, initially an Armani model, silenced critics with standout roles in Magic Mike and 21 Jump Street.
Jaime King: Fashion Muse to Hollywood Star
Jaime King, a Vogue and Seventeen sensation, transitioned effortlessly to acting with roles in Sin City and The O.C.
Shemar Moore: SWAT and Style
S.W.A.T. star Shemar Moore had his moment in the modeling spotlight with catalog jobs and GQ shoots.
Devon Aoki: Modeling in the Fast Lane
Devon Aoki, known for Sin City and 2 Fast 2 Furious, made a mark in both modeling for Balenciaga and acting.
James Marsden: From Smiles to Stardom
James Marsden, recognized for his smiles in modeling, smoothly transitioned to Hollywood with roles in Jury Duty and Sonic the Hedgehog.
Gal Gadot: From Modeling to Fast Saga
Gal Gadot, known for gracing the pages of Jaguar and Maxim, balanced modeling with roles in the Fast Saga.
Antonio Sabàto Jr.: Calvin Klein Dream to Hollywood Reality
Antonio Sabàto Jr., discovered through Calvin Klein, made a successful leap to Hollywood with roles in General Hospital and Earth 2.
Charlize Theron: Dior Model to Action Star
Charlize Theron, an Academy Award winner, continued modeling for Dior while taking on roles in blockbuster franchises like the Fast Saga.
Mehcad Brooks: Calvin Klein to Supergirl
Mehcad Brooks, a Calvin Klein model, seamlessly transitioned to Hollywood with roles in Law & Order and Supergirl.
Milla Jovovich: From Muse to Movie Star
Milla Jovovich, a muse for Prada and a model for Herb Ritts, became an action star in the Resident Evil movies.
Tyson Beckford: Modeling to Match Game
Tyson Beckford, a model for The Source and Ralph Lauren’s Polo, ventured into acting with roles in Biker Boyz and appearances on Match Game.
Brooklyn Decker: From Swimsuits to Grace and Frankie
Brooklyn Decker, a Sports Illustrated and Victoria’s Secret model, became a Hollywood star with roles in Just Go with It and Grace and Frankie.
Ian Somerhalder: Modeling for Nautica to Vampire Diaries
Ian Somerhalder, a model for Nautica and Versace, seamlessly transitioned to Hollywood with a lead role in The Vampire Diaries.
Iman: Vogue to Star Trek
Iman, celebrated by Vogue and Calvin Klein, entered the acting world with roles in No Way Out and Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country.
Tom Welling: Calvin Klein to Smallville
Tom Welling, a model for Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein, gained fame as Clark Kent in Smallville.
Tyra Banks: Runway to Fresh Prince
Tyra Banks, known for Sports Illustrated and Victoria’s Secret, seamlessly transitioned to acting with a recurring role on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.
Kellan Lutz: Twilight Vampire to Fashion Model
Kellan Lutz, part of The Twilight Saga, balanced acting with a modeling career.
Kate Upton: Sports Illustrated to The Three Stooges
Kate Upton, known for Sports Illustrated swimsuit shoots, made her mark in acting with roles in The Three Stooges and The Disaster Artist.
Djimon Hounsou: Acting and Modeling Hero
Djimon Hounsou, known for Gladiator and Guardians of the Galaxy, showcased his modeling talent with Calvin Klein underwear campaigns.
Famke Janssen: From Modeling to X-Men Legacy
Famke Janssen, a former model for Yves Saint Laurent and Victoria’s Secret, excelled in Hollywood with roles in the X-Men movies.
Kofi Siriboe: Model-Turned-Queen Sugar Star
Kofi Siriboe, known for Girls Trip and Queen Sugar, started as a model before conquering Hollywood.
Elle Macpherson: From Tab to Batman
Elle Macpherson, a model for Tab, Elle, and Christian Dior, ventured into acting with roles in Batman & Robin and The Edge.
Robert Pattinson: Modeling to Batman
Robert Pattinson, known for Harry Potter and Twilight, started as a model before landing campaigns for brands like Dior Men.
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley: From Levi’s to Mad Max
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, a model for Levi’s and Abercrombie & Fitch, seamlessly blended modeling with acting in Transformers: Dark of the Moon and Mad Max: Fury Road.
Ashton Kutcher: Modeling to That ‘70s Show
Ashton Kutcher, who started with Calvin Klein campaigns in the late ‘90s, transitioned to acting with a breakthrough role in That ‘70s Show.
Elizabeth Hurley: Estée Lauder to Bedazzled
Elizabeth Hurley, a former model for Estée Lauder, charmed Hollywood with roles in Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery and Bedazzled.
These 32 stars prove that you can own both the runway and the red carpet, making a mark in both modeling and acting with unmatched style and talent. Remember their names; you might just spot the next big star mastering both worlds.
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