Becoming a celebrity does not mean that you were “born” into it. For many entertainers, it took a lot of focus and ambition to make it to where they are now financially. From working at fast-food restaurants to growing up in poverty stricken areas, some celebrities come from meager beginnings that in turn have helped propel them to a place where now the skies the limit.



Forbes.com ran an article discussing the trials and triumphs of celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, Sean “P. Diddy” Combs, and actor Jim Carey. The article gave readers insight as to what these people endured as kids and how they overcame their upbringing to become the highest paid celebrities in entertainment.

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For the aspiring entertainers who dream of becoming rich and famous, remember to don’t give up. At times things will seem unbearable, but keep believing in your talents and know that you too can become as rich as Oprah!

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