Lady Gaga, recording artist/entertainer, born Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta this pop performer has set the music world on fire with a scorching string of hits.   Gaga’s early job titles included go-go dance and Burlesque performer.

Tom Cruise, actor/producer, this Golden Globe award winner is a box-office giant with hits like, “Risky Business,” “Top Gun” and “Mission Impossible.”    Growing up Cruise attended a Franciscan seminary; his early career aspiration was to become a priest.

Ellen DeGeneres, TV host/ comedian has become well known for her quick wit, enthusiastic dancing and words of encouragement on American Idol.  DeGeneres worked a lot of jobs on her way to fame and fortune including waitress, house painter, bartender, clothing saleswoman, oyster shucker, vacuum saleswoman and law office worker.

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Kanye West, rapper/singer/producer, this controversial entertainer is known for his music and his often outspoken and outlandish behavior.   West began his working life at the great American retailer, The Gap.