10 A-List Actors Who Got Their Starts as Extras

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Spotted at a party scene in 'Less Than Zero' (1987). From partygoer to Hollywood heartthrob!

Brad Pitt

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Appeared as a young follower in 'Children of the Corn 3' (1995). She's since harvested a stellar career.

Charlize Theron

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As an unnamed extra in 'Mystic Pizza' (1988). Now, he’s a main course in Hollywood!

Matt Damon

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Played a thug in 'Death Wish' (1974). From street crook to big screen icon!

Jeff Goldblum

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In 'Dazed and Confused' (1993), she had no lines. Today, she's a leading lady with much to say!

Renée Zellweger

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Briefly seen in a cafe in 'Sunday Bloody Sunday' (1971). Now, he's a cinematic legend.

Daniel Day-Lewis

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An uncredited courtroom observer in 'The Verdict' (1982). From observer to action star!

Bruce Willis

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As a kid in an after-school basketball scene in 'The Sopranos' (1999). Destined for greatness.

Michael B. Jordan

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He played a supporting role in 'Heaven's Gate' (1980). A gate indeed to an illustrious career.

Willem Dafoe

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Briefly appeared as a school student in 'Freddy vs. Jason' (2003). From school corridors to leading roles.

Evangeline Lilly

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