20 Hilarious Facts About Famous Celebrities That Will Make You Laugh Out Loud

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2/23/20253 min read

white and red graffiti on brown wooden fence
white and red graffiti on brown wooden fence

Celebrities—they’re just like us! Well, except for the fame, fortune, and red carpet events. But behind all the glitz and glamour, they’re human too, and sometimes that means being downright hilarious. Here are 20 funny, weird, and downright ridiculous facts about famous celebrities that prove even the rich and famous have their quirks.

1. Ryan Gosling and His Pet… Cows?

Yes, you read that right! As a child, Ryan Gosling's family couldn't afford many toys, so he grew up playing with cows. Maybe that’s why he's so down-to-earth!

2. Jennifer Lawrence: The Pizza Enthusiast

Jennifer Lawrence once ordered five pizzas just for herself during a movie premiere because, in her words, “Why not?” She’s relatable on a whole other level.

3. Tom Hanks: The Typewriter Hoarder

Tom Hanks is obsessed with typewriters. In fact, he owns over 250 of them! He even brought one on vacation just to write letters. Old school, huh?

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assorted colors of typewriters
4. Keanu Reeves: Serial Nice Guy

Keanu Reeves is so kind that he gave $20,000 to a crew member on 'The Matrix' who was struggling financially. If that isn’t superhuman, what is?

5. Miley Cyrus: The Heartbreaker

Miley Cyrus once broke up with someone via a PowerPoint presentation. She claims it was the most efficient way to explain her reasons. Ouch!

6. Emma Watson’s Hamster Funeral

During the filming of the first Harry Potter movie, Emma Watson’s pet hamster, Millie, died. She held a hamster funeral on set, complete with a tiny coffin made by the prop department.

7. Lady Gaga: The Ghostbuster

Lady Gaga spent $50,000 on a ghost-detecting machine because she was convinced her house was haunted. Who you gonna call? Apparently, Lady Gaga!

8. Steve Buscemi: The Real-Life Hero

Before he became a Hollywood star, Steve Buscemi was a New York firefighter. He even returned to help out at Ground Zero after 9/11, working 12-hour shifts.

9. Harry Styles and the Chicken Nugget Incident

Harry Styles once accidentally swallowed a whole chicken nugget because he was laughing too hard. Imagine that scene!

10. Daniel Radcliffe’s Hairy Problem

Daniel Radcliffe was so allergic to his Harry Potter glasses that they left red rings around his eyes. The solution? They had to coat them with hypoallergenic material.

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a tall building
11. Taylor Swift’s Cat Obsession

Taylor Swift is obsessed with her cats, to the point where she once said she loves them more than most humans. No wonder they have their own Instagram fans!

12. Matthew McConaughey’s Unusual Fragrance

Matthew McConaughey doesn’t wear deodorant because he believes in “natural scents.” His co-stars don’t always agree, but hey, to each his own!

13. Jennifer Aniston and Her Fear of Water

Jennifer Aniston has a fear of water after a childhood accident. She overcame it just enough to shoot all those iconic beach scenes on 'Friends.'

14. Leonardo DiCaprio’s Pet Tortoise

Leonardo DiCaprio owns a giant tortoise that can live up to 80 years. Looks like he’s planning on growing old with his shelled buddy!

15. Chris Pratt’s Hidden Talent

Chris Pratt can flawlessly mimic a T-Rex roar. He would often do it on the set of ‘Jurassic World’ to freak out his co-stars.

16. Ariana Grande: The Serial Licker

Ariana Grande got caught on camera licking donuts at a shop, then claiming, “I hate America!” She later apologized, calling it a “weird” phase.

17. Snoop Dogg’s Professional Blunt Roller

Snoop Dogg pays someone $50,000 a year just to roll his blunts. Apparently, the guy's talent is “impeccable.”

18. Johnny Depp: The Barbie Whisperer

Johnny Depp practices his lines by playing with Barbie dolls. He claims it helps him get into character. Whatever works, right?

19. Nicole Kidman: The Insect Eater

Nicole Kidman loves to snack on bugs. She once stated she could eat a plate of crickets faster than a plate of spaghetti. Bon appétit?

20. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s Cheat Day

Dwayne Johnson has a legendary cheat day routine, including devouring 12 pancakes, 4 pizzas, and 21 brownies. How does he stay in shape? Nobody knows!

Final Thoughts

Celebrities may seem larger than life, but these funny, weird, and downright bizarre facts prove that they have quirks just like the rest of us. From hamster funerals to ghost detectors, they certainly know how to keep things interesting. Which fact surprised you the most? Let us know in the comments!

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dinosaur with open mouth beside buildings still selective focus photography of

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