The Unexpected Cheerleading Backgrounds of Some of Your Favorite Celebrities

Before playing a cheerleader in movies, Kirsten Dunst was one in real life.

Before Kirsten Dunst portrayed the cheerleader Torrance Shipman in the film Bring It On, she was a cheerleader at two different schools. She attended Laurel High School and Notre Dame High School, where she honed her cheerleading skills. Afterwards, she joined the Ford Modeling Agency, leading to her appearance in over a hundred commercials. Could her cheerleading experience have contributed to her success in commercials and film? It’s possible, as it’s well-known that being on a cheerleading squad requires dedication and the willingness to put oneself out there every time you hold the pompoms.