Nicole Kidman, Jude Law and More Who Didn’t Let Lacking a High School Diploma Derail Their Success

Nicole Kidman, Jude Law and Others Who Succeeded Without a High School Diploma

Many celebrities have achieved great success despite not finishing high school.

Jeremy Allen White's Story

Jeremy Allen White, star of The Bear, recently shared a touching moment involving an old teacher. At the New York City premiere of his movie Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere, his former teacher surprised him by attending the event.

“I wasn’t a good student because I didn’t go to school enough,”

he admitted on the October 23 episode of Live with Kelly and Mark, explaining he never graduated from the Professional Performing Arts School.

After the film, she gave him a gift — his high school diploma. At 34 years old, he finally graduated high school.

Nicole Kidman’s Experience

Nicole Kidman, who has won two Oscars, openly expressed regret about leaving school early.

“I’m a high school dropout, which I’m not proud to say,”

she shared on 60 Minutes. Despite this, she fondly remembers some teachers who were very supportive during her school years. By age 15, she was focused on becoming an actress and moved to Los Angeles.

Summary

These celebrities prove that dropping out of high school does not bar someone from achieving remarkable success in their careers.

Author's note: Success often depends more on determination and talent than formal education credentials.

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Star Magazine Star Magazine — 2025-11-06