Tom Cruise
No one would ever say this, but many Hollywood celebrities in unsuspecting times were adherents of the faith. Many stars were one step away from making vows until the limelight led them astray from becoming who they are today. Tom Cruise was reportedly a member of the Church of Scientology and attended seminary with the intention of becoming a priest. Instagram @tomcruise
Ann Hataway
Anne Hathaway has stated several times that she was raised Catholic and that taking vows would be part of her plans. However, her attitude towards faith changed when her brother came out. Instagram @annehathaway
Eva Mendes
Actress Eva Mendes told the Daily Mail in 2001 that her faith pushed her to become a nun, but over time, her sister managed to change her mind and make her follow her dream of acting and success. Instagram @evamendes
Martin Scorsese
Martin Scorsese entered the seminary after high school to become a priest. Having been rejected in the first year, the director decided to change his lifestyle and take up cinema. Instagram @martinscorsese_
Anjelica Huston
Actress Anjelica Huston was also close to becoming a nun. Despite attending courses and seminars, the star gave up her faith after her father and brother, both atheists, managed to change their minds. Instagram @anjelica.huston
Michael Moore
Director Michael Moore grew up in a Catholic family. Moore attended parochial schools and also spent a year at the seminary. However, as an adult, he realized that this was not his way. Instagram @romacinemafest
Jack White
White Stripes leader Jake White has said several times that he was accepted into a seminary in Wisconsin in 2005, but backed out a few days before the start and went to a public school. Instagram @officialjackwhite