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Celebs That Ditched The Limelight For Low-Key Jobs

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Some of these stars ditched the limelight in favor of low-key lives doing everyday jobs.

Others didn’t have a choice, because, well, Hollywood is a cruel and fickle place. These are the celebs who ended up with totally regular jobs.

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What prompted Daniel Radcliffe to take a break from acting and live a quieter life outside of Hollywood?

In the entertainment industry, it is not uncommon for celebrities to enjoy the glitz and glamour of fame and fortune. However, there are those who choose a more low-key lifestyle, opting to leave the limelight for a simpler, quieter existence. These celebrities have left behind the world of red carpets and paparazzi to pursue a variety of low-key jobs.

One such celebrity is Freddie Prinze Jr. The heartthrob of the late 90s and early 2000s, Prinze Jr. starred in hit films such as “She’s All That” and “I Know What You Did Last Summer”. However, after the birth of his children, Prinze Jr. decided to take a break from acting and instead pursued a passion for cooking. He attended culinary school and became a chef, even releasing his own cookbook in 2016.

Another celebrity who chose to leave the spotlight is Rick Moranis. Known for his roles in classic comedies like “Ghostbusters” and “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids”, Moranis retired from acting in 1997 after his wife passed away. He chose to take a step back from Hollywood in order to focus on raising his children as a single father. Moranis made a brief return to acting in 2020, but continues to lead a relatively low-key life.

Former “Dawson’s Creek” star Joshua Jackson also left Hollywood behind. After his role as Pacey on the hit teen drama, Jackson continued to work in Hollywood, starring in shows like “Fringe” and “The Affair”. However, in 2019, he left acting behind and moved to New York City to pursue a career in Broadway. Jackson now works as a theater actor, enjoying the challenge of live performances.

However, not all celebrities who leave the limelight choose to pursue new careers. “Harry Potter” star Daniel Radcliffe is one such celebrity. After the success of the “Harry Potter” series, Radcliffe continued to work in film and television. However, in recent years he has chosen to take a step back from acting and live a quieter life. Radcliffe no longer has an agent and spends his time pursuing his hobbies and interests.

The decision to leave the limelight for a low-key job is a personal one, and not something that every celebrity chooses to do. However, those who do often find that it brings them a greater sense of fulfillment and allows them to focus on their passions. From cooking to theater to simply living a quieter life, these celebrities have found happiness outside of Hollywood.