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Some people just aren’t satisfied with achieving worldwide fame and success in their respective fields. Here are a few celebrities with additional areas of expertise you might not know about…

 

1. Emma Watson

As if a leading role in one of the most popular movie franchises of all time, a degree from a prestigious Ivy League university, and a place on TIME 100’s list of Most Influential People weren’t enough, the Harry Potter star is also an accomplished artist. Her house is filled with her original paintings and drawings. We’re not sure how it’s even possible for one person to accomplish so many things—we’re wondering if there’s a Time Turner involved?

 

2. Kristen Stewart

In an interview on Lopez Tonight in 2010, Twilight‘s leading lady got to show off her special (and unexpected) talent: juggling. She revealed that she once considered juggling onstage at the MTV Movie Awards, but decided against it for fear of tripping in her heels. It’s been a few years, but we’re sure K-Stew’s still got it!

 

3. Neil Patrick Harris 

In addition to being a singing-dancing-acting triple threat, NPH has a penchant for magic tricks—he’s even a former president of Hollywood’s world-famous Magic Castle. Harris has loved magic since childhood, and his onscreen personas on shows like How I Met Your Mother and Glee tend to share his affinity. He’s also been known to do a few tricks in his guest appearances on talk shows such as Ellen DeGeneres. 

 

4. Cara Delevingne

As if this model-turned-actress landing the lead role in Paper Towns wasn’t surprising enough, it turns out Cara Delevingne has quite the singing voice as well. Earlier this year, she took the stage for her first live performance with Pharrell Williams to sing “CC The World,” which the two recorded for a short film promoting Chanel’s latest campaign. She can play the guitar and drums, too—is there anything this girl can’t do?!

 

5. Colin Farrell

Before he found fame in the movie business, Colin Farrell made his living as a country line dancing instructor in Ireland. Though he gets embarrassed when asked about his dancing days, he’s admitted that he made quite a bit of money teaching as a teenager—maybe this could be a new option to consider when you’re looking for your next part-time job…

 

6. Amanda Seyfried

We all knew Amanda Seyfried could predict the weather with her boobs, but did you know she’s also an avid knitter? She’s described her hobby as therapeutic and often does it while on the elliptical or listening to audiobooks. She’s even made hats as gifts for cast and crew members on the sets of her films.

 

7. Ryan Gosling 

When he’s not busy claiming his rightful place as one of Hollywood’s most swoon-worthy heartthrobs, Ryan Gosling focuses on his musical pursuits. He even released a rock album a few years back as part of a duo called Dean Man’s Bones, where he contributed vocals, piano, guitar and bass.

 

It’s incredible how some of the world’s most sought-after celebrities find the time to pursue so many different interests. Which of these hidden talents do you find most surprising? 

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Meghan Murphy

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Meghan is a third-year Communications and Media student at Northeastern University in Boston. A proud New Jersey native, she is an aspiring writer and producer hoping to someday live in New York City. Meghan loves sushi, exploring new cities (London is her favorite), all things Harry Potter, and spending time with friends and family.