10 Things You Didn't Know About Chris Pratt

Stripper, beach hobo, Hollywood's leading man.

By Michael Potts /

Chris Pratt's rise to fame is one of the most sensational stories in Hollywood today, working his way up from nothing to become one of the most highly sought-after actors in the world. The 35-year-old is a late bloomer, with his peak performances coming in the last few years, with Guardians Of The Galaxy providing the biggest role of his career so far as he successfully transitioned from the small screen with Parks And Recreation into Hollywood blockbusters. He voiced the main role in the Lego Movie which, along with Guardians, was part of the top three grossing movies in North America during 2014. This landed him the lead role of the hotly-anticipated Jurassic World, and has seen him linked to a whole variety of future projects. Pratt is confirmed to be part of The Magnificent Seven remake as well as a new sci-fi movie Passengers alongside Jennifer Lawrence. He has been rumoured to feature in next year's Ghostbusters film, and even take over from Harrison Ford in future Indiana Jones films. It's a remarkable leap to the top for the actor, but how did he get there in the first place? Here's everything you need to know about Chris Pratt.

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