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Jay Leno -

The talk show host's way of thinking about achieving success was influenced by his dyslexia. "If you don't think you're the smartest person in the room and you think you're going to have to work a little harder, and put a little more time into it to get what everybody else does, you can actually do quite well," he said. "And that's been my approach."

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Channing Tatum -

The renowned actor faced considerable challenges during his school years and was placed "in classes with kids with autism and Down syndrome." Subsequently, he discovered that his poor performance in school was due to both ADHD and dyslexia.

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Robbie Williams -

Robbie Williams, the singer behind the popular song 'Let Me Entertain You', revealed that he struggles with dyscalculia, a condition he described as "numerical dyslexia". During an appearance on the 'Three Little Words' podcast, he confessed, "I always get in trouble because I don't know my kids' birth dates and I don't know our anniversary and I don't know my wife's birthday ... I can't even remember our house in Los Angeles. It has four digits for the start of the address and I can't ever remember what those digits are."

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Keanu Reeves' dyslexia may have led him to leave high school without graduating, but it also propelled his acting career. In an interview with Handbag magazine, he shared, "I did a lot of pretending as a child," he told Handbag magazine. "It was my way of coping with the fact that I didn't really feel like I fit in."

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Woody Harrelson -

The well-known actor, known for his roles in 'Cheers' and 'White Men Can't Jump' was diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia during childhood.

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Orlando Bloom -

The actor's dyslexia diagnosis came at the tender age of seven. Despite experiencing difficulties with reading, he claimed that his dyslexia became the catalyst for his passion for the stage. He even credits it with his learning process "everything forward and backward, inside out, so I was fully prepared."

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Greta Gerwig, the director of "Barbie," revealed that she received an ADHD diagnosis as an adult. During an interview with the Guardian, Gerwig discussed how her parents struggled with her high energy levels when she was a child. In an attempt to manage her energy, they enrolled her in numerous activities. "(At school I) had a ton of energy. But as a kid, my mum was like: ‘Let’s sign her up for every activity. Let’s tire her out.’ I’ve always had a tremendous amount of enthusiasm," Gerwig said. "I was just interested in, like, everything. I had a really active imagination. I had a lot of really deep feelings. I was emotional.”  Fortunately, this energy and passion served Gerwig well, as she transitioned from a successful acting career to an even more prosperous directing career. Her films "Lady Bird" and "Little Women" have garnered critical acclaim and further established her presence in the industry.

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Vince Vaughn -

During his childhood, Vince Vaughn adopted a defiant attitude towards his schoolwork due to feeling self-conscious about his difficulties in finishing it. Subsequently, he received official diagnoses of ADHD and dyslexia. However, his father opposed the idea of medicating despite the doctor's advice. This circumstance led Vaughn to cultivate a strong work ethic, as he had to put in extra effort to overcome his challenges.

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Jim Carrey -

The actor has openly discussed his challenges with ADHD and dyslexia, sharing that these difficulties contributed to behavioral problems during his childhood. He also mentioned that receiving treatment, including medication, has aided him in channeling his energy towards comedy.

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Steven Spielberg -

The legendary director was once a young boy who was bullied for learning to read two years after all his classmates. And it was only at age 60 that Spielberg was formally diagnosed with dyslexia! He shared his words of wisdom for young students: "While you will have dyslexia for the rest of your life, you can dart between the raindrops to get where you want to go. It will not hold you back."

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Henry Winkler -

Henry Winkler, famous for his role as "The Fonz" in 'Happy Days,' discovered his dyslexia at the age of 31. Before this, he had never read a book. People labeling him as "lazy" and "stupid" left a lasting impact, even though he was putting in his best effort. Additionally, he struggled with dyscalculia, a lesser-known learning disorder that affected his math abilities. However, Winkler has now become an advocate for individuals facing learning disorders.

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Cher -

Cher experienced significant challenges in school due to undiagnosed dyslexia and reported dyscalculia. Teachers mistakenly believed that she was not reaching her full potential. Cher shared, "Almost everything I learned, I had to learn by listening," she explained. Nevertheless, she has come a long way!

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Rob McElhenney -

Rob McElhenney, the creator of 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia," revealed that he received multiple diagnoses at the age of 46. Taking to Twitter, McElhenney posted, “I was recently diagnosed with a range of neurodevelopmental disorders and learning disabilities! At 46!” He continued, “It’s not something I would normally talk about publicly but I figured there are others who struggle with similar things and I wanted to remind you that you’re not alone. You’re not stupid. You’re not “bad”. It might feel that way sometimes. But it’s not true :).”

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Daniel Radcliffe -

The actor who played a role in the popular 'Harry Potter' movies has a mild form of dyspraxia. This condition affects his motor planning skills, causing him difficulties in tying his shoelaces. In a recent interview, he joked, "I sometimes think, Why, oh why, has Velcro not taken off?"

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Michael Phelps -

The renowned Olympic swimmer faced criticism from his teachers due to his struggle to stay seated. He received an ADHD diagnosis during his fifth grade and took Ritalin for a span of two years. Eventually, he opted to discontinue the medication, finding solace in swimming instead. Undoubtedly, this choice proved to be beneficial.

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Patrick Demsey -

The actor known for his role in 'Grey's Anatomy' was enrolled in a class for children with intellectual disabilities until the age of 12. It was during this time that he realized he had dyslexia. Dempsey believes that his experience in special education, where he would entertain his fellow students, played a significant role in igniting his love for acting.

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Justin Timberlake -

In 2008, the singer disclosed having ADHD and OCD, stating, "You try living with that." Remarkably, he has managed quite successfully!

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Mary Tyler Moore -

According to her autobiography, the actress faced bullying during her school years due to her difficulties in math, resulting in her seeking solace in dancing. This passion ultimately paved the way for her successful television career. However, it wasn't until she reached her fifties that Moore finally uncovered the reason behind her struggles: dyscalculia.

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Whoopi Goldberg -

The actress and TV host became aware of a concerning trend during her childhood when others referred to her as "dumb." In a 2004 interview, she recalled, "I knew I wasn't stupid, and I knew I wasn't dumb. My mother told me that." Later in life, Goldberg discovered that she has dyslexia. 

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Mark Ruffalo -

As a child, the 'Hulk' actor faced challenges with undiagnosed ADHD and dyslexia for many years.

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Salma Hayek -

Despite facing doubts about her potential in Hollywood due to her age and nationality, the actress's teenage dyslexia diagnosis taught her how to surpass people's expectations and succeed.

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Anderson Cooper -

The famous TV host faced challenges with mild dyslexia from a young age. He acknowledges his school for identifying the issue early, allowing him to access the necessary support.

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Tom Cruise -

The renowned actor was diagnosed with dyslexia when he was seven years old and was placed in special classes to help him. However, even in high school, his reading abilities remained limited. He referred to himself as a "functional illiterate," yet he found success in working with film scripts.

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Adam Levine -

The lead singer of Maroon 5 shared his personal encounter with learning disabilities, stating, "I struggled with ADHD… It was hard for me to sit down, focus, and get the schoolwork done … Remember that you are not alone."

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Jennifer Aniston -

The performer is now widely recognized, but prior to her early twenties, she was consistently belittled due to not being diagnosed with dyslexia.

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Howie Mandel -

The television presenter became aware of his ADHD and OCD when he reached his forties, despite dealing with these conditions throughout his entire life. He faced challenges both at home and in school, resulting in him not obtaining a high-school diploma. Fortunately, he discovered a suitable role on 'Deal or No Deal,' where he the hosting format aligned well with his symptoms.

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Keira Knightley -

The actress was fortunate to have been diagnosed with dyslexia at the young age of six. However, her mother made it clear that she could only pursue acting if she made a commitment to read daily and maintain good grades. Knightley revealed, "I drove myself into the ground trying to get over dyslexia," Knightley said. "When I finished school I had the top grades."

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Tommy Hilfiger -

As a young boy, the renowned designer faced constant judgments about his intelligence due to his dyslexia. This experience led him to forgo higher education. Hilfiger now attributes his unconventional path to his remarkable triumph, as it allowed him to perceive things differently from fellow designers. He values his unique perspective as a key factor in his immense success.

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Christopher Knight -

Christopher Knight, famous as Peter from 'The Brady Bunch,' faced difficulties with concentration and speech pace. It was not until his late thirties that he received a formal ADHD diagnosis and started seeking treatment.

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Octavia Spencer -

The skilled actress previously felt "paralyzed with fear" when it came to reading aloud in class because of her dyslexia. She now strongly believes that having a learning disability "doesn't really mean that you're not intelligent—it just means that your brain functions differently."

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Ty Pennington -

The television presenter describes himself as being "About as ADHD as you can get." He shared that during his school days, he would often be found in the hallway or in detention. However, things changed for him when he received an official diagnosis while in college. After being prescribed medication, he noticed a significant improvement in his academic performance.

Sources: (Special Education Degree) (Great Schools) (Understood)

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