20 celebrities who worked unexpected jobs before Hollywood

"Modì – Three Days On The Wing Of Madness" - Red Carpet - The 19th Rome Film Festival - Source: Getty
"Modì – Three Days On The Wing Of Madness" - Red Carpet - The 19th Rome Film Festival - Source: Getty

10) Kanye West

Marni - Front Row - Milan Fashion Week - Womenswear Fall/Winter 2024-2025 - Source: Getty
Marni - Front Row - Milan Fashion Week - Womenswear Fall/Winter 2024-2025 - Source: Getty

Kanye West was a sales assistant at The Gap before he became a rap icon. He has spoken of how the experience influenced his subsequent work in fashion, even naming one of his most notable collaborations, Yeezy Gap, as a tribute to his retail roots. This job was an early taste of style and service, laying a foundation for his entrepreneurial ventures. West's journey from retail to fashion mogul shows his grasp of brand evolution—which remains relevant—and the skills he has used through music and fashion.

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