The Unexpected Cheerleading Backgrounds of Some of Your Favorite Celebrities

Paula Abdul has accomplished everything, including being a cheerleader.

Paula Abdul is widely recognized for her role on American Idol, but her career included many other roles before that. Her journey to success began at Van Nuys High School in Los Angeles, where she first became a cheerleader. Paula later cheered professionally as a Laker Girl, which is where she developed her choreography skills. These skills were useful when she pursued a career as a pop star, and her music videos often feature her impressive dance moves.