The Unexpected Cheerleading Backgrounds of Some of Your Favorite Celebrities

As a high school student, Halle Berry had a lot on her plate.

While attending high school in Cleveland, Ohio, Halle Berry didn’t have much free time. She served as the editor of the school newspaper and was also the prom queen. On top of all that, Halle dedicated herself to her studies to become an honors student. Compared to those achievements, cheerleading doesn’t seem like a major activity. Her successes kept building as she became the first African-American woman to win an Academy Award for Best Actress. Halle Berry is most recognized for her roles in Jungle Fever and Monster’s Ball.