The Cheerleaders Who Became Famous – From Pom Poms To Oscars

Kathy Griffin

Before she was offending millions of Americans with her bold gags as a fearless comedienne, Kathy Griffin was just another innocent teenage girl and a cheerleader. The River Forest High School alumni and Oak Park, Illinois native still maintained her flair for comedy while being lifted many feet into the air, even if Kathy is now a solo act. You can bet that Kathy developed a preference for the spotlight from a young age.

Dakota Fanning

Former child actress Dakota Fanning is a standout member of this list of former cheerleaders, given that she joined the team long after appearing in her first few major films! Fanning had starred in an incredible amount of shows and films years before she picked up her pom-poms. These included Ally McBeal, The Practice, CSI, and ER. When she enrolled at Campbell Hall School, she soon decided that she wanted to give cheerleading a chance, representing her varsity’s team, the Vikings.