These Superstars Played Sports Before Stardom!

Published on 12/21/2022
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Elsa Hosk – Basketball

Elsa Hosk pursued her passions for basketball and modeling at the same time. She started modeling in high school and, after graduating, joined the Swedish women’s basketball league while continuing to model on the side. After two years, she decided to pursue modeling full-time and relocated to New York. Despite saying goodbye to the court, Hosk told Fashionista that the hard basketball training helped her prepare for the physical rigors of the modeling industry. Hosk has worked for big fashion houses such as Dior, Guess, and Dolce & Gabbana. She was also a Victoria’s Secret Angel for eight years, appearing in the annual Victoria’s Secret fashion show.

Elsa Hosk – Basketball

Elsa Hosk – Basketball

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Joel McHale – Football

Joel McHale established a career as an actor, comedian, producer, screenwriter, and host. However, most people are unaware of his football career throughout his college years. He was first recruited to row for the University of Washington, but ended up joining the football team instead. He didn’t have much of a chance to play professionally, but a career in television turned out to be his destiny. McHale is best known as the presenter of “The Soup” and for his roles in “Spider-Man 2” and “Ted.” He admits to being a fan of the Seattle Seahawks football team, while not talking much about his background in the sport.

Joel McHale – Football

Joel McHale – Football

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