Looking Back
Before They Were Stars, These Celebrities Earned Stripes—in the Service
The road to fame as an actor, politician or musician is not one specific, prepaved path. Still, it seems surprising to go from something as serious and life changing as the armed services to an industry where you still may slip on a uniform every day, but only to play pretend. You might be surprised by just how many big names in entertainment and public life were military men first, though. Take a look through Snakkle’s gallery and see if you recognize the men inside these uniforms. By Danielle Turchiano
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Johnny Carson in the Navy; Johnny Carson—1992
Johnny Carson was arguably the most famous and beloved man in late-night television, helming The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson for 30 years, but long before he ever graced television screens—or even began broadcasting of any kind on smaller stations—Carson was a member of the United States Navy. Carson joined in 1943, but luck was on his side, and he never saw combat during World War II. In fact, always the showman, Carson was better known among his Navy buddies for his magic act and amateur boxing record aboard the U.S.S. Pennsylvania.
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