Hollywood stars like Jason Statham and Bella Hadid, who have gone from being Olympic aspirants to winning glory on the big screen.
Stars who were almost Olympians! From Geena Davis to Bella Hadid
As the world turned its eyes to the 2024 Paris Olympics, stories of athletes vying for glory captured our collective imagination. But for every victorious Olympian, there are countless stories of talented individuals whose paths unexpectedly diverged, including celebrities like Jason Statham and Bella Hadid.
However, these are not alone on the list, as they are among those who were equally skilled in their respective sports. While some failed to make it to the Olympics, others decided to back out, prompting them to turn to the glamorous life of Hollywood.
Before Jason Statham became one of the most popular action stars in Hollywood, he had a keen interest in sports and participated in several sports from football to diving growing up. However, his interest remained for the latter and he developed a passion for diving at the age of 11.
