20 rags to riches stories that will blow your mind

Erin McDowell

July 5, 2019 5:31 PM

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Halle Berry slept in a homeless shelter

Before they became some of the richest people in the world, these celebrities and entrepreneurs endured hardship and struggles.
Some of the biggest names in Hollywood grew up in shady parts of LA, while others survived by sleeping in homeless shelters or under bridges.
These surprising rags to riches stories will show you exactly how one can go from humble origins to Forbes' list of richest people in the world.
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Despite being some of the most recognizable names in Silicon Valley, Hollywood, and beyond, these millionaires and billionaires weren't always living the high life. From the seedy streets of LA to the Bayview projects, these celebrities and entrepreneurs made it big after coming from nothing.

Here are 20 of the most inspiring (and downright wild) rags to riches stories:

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