In the beginning, only a few actors wanted to be musicians and musicians wanted to be actors but lately, it seems that everyone is trying to switch up their career and head down a different road, trying to channel their inner rockstar or Marilyn Monroe. Some people have succeeded admirably, but some have gone straight down the drain.
I'll be compiling a list of some of the best actors turned musicians and musicians turned actors, as well as a few that should've stuck to what they know.
1. Zooey Deschanel <---> Actor Turned Musician
Deschanel just might be one of the most beautiful people on the planet. Her first big onscreen performance in "Almost Famous" with her quirky lines and teenage rebellion, she became the new face to watch out for. After several hits onscreen like "500 Days of Summer," or "New Girl," her new TV show that she's getting rave reviews and award nominations for, she delved into a little side project with M. Ward going by the name of "She & Him." With her simple and sweet jazz croons that matches her personality and her looks, she has successfully proved that she is both a talented actress, and musician.
2. Mos Def <---> Rapper Turned Actor
As a Hip Hop artist, Mos Def is one of the few that has been noted as a great actor. Nominated for both Emmy and Golden Globe Awards, Def has upped his respect level times a billion. Seen in "A Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy" and "Italian Job," Mos Def has made his mark in the Hollywood and is planning on having it stay that way.
3. Juliette and The Licks <---> Musician Turned Actor
First of all, I adore Juliette Lewis. I've loved her ever since I saw her in "What's Eating Gilbert Grape," I knew I would be out watching all of her movies and once I found out she had a band, obviously I listened to the CD over and over. A garage rock punk like band, they tore it up with a couple hit singles such as "Hot Kiss" and "You're Speaking My Language." They group broke up in 2009, but supposedly rumored that Lewis has started up a new band called "Juliette and The Romantiques." Thank god.
4. Will Smith <---> Rapper Turned Actor
Along with Mos Def, Will Smith is the cat's pajamas. His career first taking off in the nineties rapping with DJ Jazzy Jeff backing him up with beats. He became the first recipient EVER for winning the Grammy, "Best Rapping Performance." Then his next step was in "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," which became an instant TV classic in the 90s. Since then, his career has blasted in both music and movies as he released several more albums and acted in movies like "Men in Black," "Ali," and "Independence Day." Will Smith is one of the most successful men who went from music to acting and is probably nearly the highest paid.
5. Jack Black <---> Actor Turned Musician
The man of the hour, Jack Black. Known for his roles in "High Fidelity" and "School of Rock," he has pursued his musical talent and made up "Tenacious D" with him and Kyle Grass. "Tenacious D" is honestly absolutely hilarious and everything I would expect out of Black if he was in a band. Listen to "Tribute" and "Fuck Her Gently," my personal favorite. P.S. they're performing at Sasquatch this year, is anyone else completely stoked?
Also people who should be noted: Cher, Mariah Carey (I'm still semi against this one but after her performance in "Precious," I have more faith), Jennifer Lopez, Frank Sinatra, Elvis, Madonna, Eminem, Beyonce, Ice Cube, I could go on for a while.
Some of the best flops though would have to be Paris Hilton, Joaquin Phoenix, and Bruce Willis.
What the hell were any of them thinking? Especially Phoenix. How do you go from winning a Golden Globe for playing Johnny Cash to wanting to become a rapper?
3. Juliette and The Licks <---> Musician Turned Actor
First of all, I adore Juliette Lewis. I've loved her ever since I saw her in "What's Eating Gilbert Grape," I knew I would be out watching all of her movies and once I found out she had a band, obviously I listened to the CD over and over. A garage rock punk like band, they tore it up with a couple hit singles such as "Hot Kiss" and "You're Speaking My Language." They group broke up in 2009, but supposedly rumored that Lewis has started up a new band called "Juliette and The Romantiques." Thank god.
4. Will Smith <---> Rapper Turned Actor
Along with Mos Def, Will Smith is the cat's pajamas. His career first taking off in the nineties rapping with DJ Jazzy Jeff backing him up with beats. He became the first recipient EVER for winning the Grammy, "Best Rapping Performance." Then his next step was in "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," which became an instant TV classic in the 90s. Since then, his career has blasted in both music and movies as he released several more albums and acted in movies like "Men in Black," "Ali," and "Independence Day." Will Smith is one of the most successful men who went from music to acting and is probably nearly the highest paid.
5. Jack Black <---> Actor Turned Musician
The man of the hour, Jack Black. Known for his roles in "High Fidelity" and "School of Rock," he has pursued his musical talent and made up "Tenacious D" with him and Kyle Grass. "Tenacious D" is honestly absolutely hilarious and everything I would expect out of Black if he was in a band. Listen to "Tribute" and "Fuck Her Gently," my personal favorite. P.S. they're performing at Sasquatch this year, is anyone else completely stoked?
Also people who should be noted: Cher, Mariah Carey (I'm still semi against this one but after her performance in "Precious," I have more faith), Jennifer Lopez, Frank Sinatra, Elvis, Madonna, Eminem, Beyonce, Ice Cube, I could go on for a while.
Some of the best flops though would have to be Paris Hilton, Joaquin Phoenix, and Bruce Willis.
What the hell were any of them thinking? Especially Phoenix. How do you go from winning a Golden Globe for playing Johnny Cash to wanting to become a rapper?
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