6 celebrities who were adopted
Adopting a child is a selfless act. And doing so just may hold many beautiful surprises.
Many children are adopted around the world, enjoying a second chance at life. A chance to know what a home is, as well as love and a loving family. Sometimes adopted children even become famous people.
Here are 6 stories of celebrities who had a difficult start in life, since they were all abandoned at birth. Sweet revenge on life....
1. Steve Jobs and his biological father, Abdulfattah (John) Jandali
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Steve Jobs was born in San Francisco on February 24, 1955. His biological mother, a student named Joanne Schieble, had to abandon the baby because of her parents’ pressure. When they found out she was pregnant by Abdulfattah Jandali, a Syrian, they threatened to disinherit her.
It was Steve’s adoptive father, Paul Jobs, who instilled in the child a love for electronics. His adoptive parents also paid for Steve’s education, because they wanted the best for their son. Steve Jobs didn’t like it when his parents were called “adoptive“: ”They were my parents 1000%."
2. Nicole Richie and her biological father, Peter Michael Escovedo
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Nicole Richie was raised by her parents until she was three, and then they gave her over to the care of their friend Lionel Richie. Six years later, Lionel Richie and his wife, Brenda Harvey-Richie, decided to officially adopt the girl, and Michael Jackson was her godfather!
In an interview, Nicole confessed that "My parents were friends with Lionel... They trusted that he would be better able to provide for me." She still keeps in touch with her biological mother.
3. Jamie Foxx
Jamie Foxx was born in Texas into the family of Louise Dixon and Darrell Bishop. Shortly after his birth, his parents gave Jamie away, and he was placed in foster care with Mark and Esther Marie Talley.
He grew up in an African-American neighborhood, and his grandmother had the greatest influence on him. She’s the one who instilled in him a love for the arts, taught him to play the piano, and influenced his decision to study classical music in college. So, it’s in part thanks to her that he became the famous and talented actor and singer that we all know today.
4. Ray Liotta
Like most adopted children, Ray’s biological parents gave him up, because the family couldn’t afford a child’s upbringing. The boy was adopted by a couple of wealthy Italians. In addition to a beautiful Mediterranean last name he was raised in a new loving family with his sister, Linda.
5. Coco Chanel
She’s the most famous female fashion designer in the world. She was born in 1883 in Saumur and had 4 brothers and sisters. Her parents couldn’t provide for their children, so they spent most of their time with various relatives.
When Coco was 12, her biological father left the family. She was sent to an orphanage, then to a Catholic monastery, and finally to a boarding school. According to Coco, her childhood was a blessing in disguise, because it’s exactly what pushed her to her choice of future profession: she never liked wearing a uniform. She dreamed of dressing all women in the world in beautiful clothes.
6. John Lennon
Soon after John’s birth, his parents got divorced. His mother found a new man, and the boy was given to the care of his Aunt Mimi and her husband.
Lennon said that Mimi was very strict and didn’t approve of his interest in music, especially the guitar. She loved to say, "Guitar is a good thing, but it won’t help you earn a living!"
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