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- Many celebrities had a tough beginning financially.
- They worked hard to get where they are today and have spoken about their struggles.
- Here we look at 18 celebrities who went from rags to riches.
It’s hard not to get jealous of the fabulous lives celebrities lead.
They’ve got the fame, they’ve got the looks, and they’ve got the fortune. They never have to worry about looming rent or bills. Instead, they jet off in private planes to their favorite exotic locations to play on their yachts.
Despite the millions they may have now, many of the richest celebrities grew up with nothing.
Their rags-to-riches stories prove that with hard work, persistence, talent, and a lot of luck, you really can end up in a better place than where you started.
Check out these “started from the bottom” stories about 18 of your favorite celebrities.
This article was originally published in March 2017. Amy Daire contributed to a previous version of this story.
