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Which Celebrities Play Piano?

Whether you love celebrities or hate them, there is one thing that none of us can deny; they do have talent. While most of us are focused on the talent that they display on the silver screen, there is also a talent that goes on behind the scenes in many instances as well.

Even though, one would expect for musicians to play piano, there are actually many actors and other celebrities who are also trained to play as well. Let’s check out a few of them.

1. Hugh Jackman

Hugh Jackman - Plays Piano

Hugh Jackman is one of the most popular actors in this day and age, but did you know that he also plays the piano as well? It’s true! In fact, it’s one of his favorite hobbies.

2. Zac Efron

Zac Efron - Plays Piano

Zac has been a part of a lot of movies and has developed a love of some interesting hobbies from these movies. Between rock climbing and surfing, he loves to play the piano when he is at home.

3. Hayden Panettiere

Hayden Panettiere - Plays Piano

Being the star of the hit TV show Nashville, it’s no wonder that she’s a bit musically inclined. Along with playing piano, she loves to sing and dance as well.

4. Robert Pattinson

Robert Pattinson - Plays Piano

Although he’s probably most famous for his time as the sexy vampire Edward Cullen in the movie Twilight, he is also a piano player in his spare time. In fact, you can even hear some of his music in the film.

5. Terrence Howard

Terrence Howard - Plays Piano

On top of playing in some of the most popular and amazing movies of all times, Terrence Howard is actually a skilled pianist and songwriter. Some of his music is currently making its way to some big artists.

6. Jesse Metcalfe

Jesse Metcalfe - Plays Piano

He is most famous for her appearance on Desperate Housewives, but, behind the scenes, he is a piano player and a lover of music. Along with the piano, he also plays the guitar as well.

7. Harry Connick Jr.

Harry Connick Jr. - Plays Piano

Surprisingly, not only does Harry Connick Jr play piano, but he has written and performed the score of some pretty awesome movies, including When Harry Met Sally.

8. Orson Welles

Orson Welles - Plays Piano

Following in his mother’s footsteps, who was a beautiful concert pianist, Orson Welles took up the piano at an early age. I’m sure that his mother was very happy with his selection in a musical instrument.

9. Bette Midler

Bette Midler - Plays Piano

Bette Midler is simply overflowing with talent, and has won multiple awards for it. She actually began her career in the music industry by playing in bathhouses, accompanied by another famous pianist, Barry Manilow.

10. Kelly Ripa

Kelly Ripa - Plays Piano

Even though she keeps busy with her family and her famous morning show, she somehow continues to make time for one of her favorite hobbies; the piano.

While many people don’t really understand how amazing a piano can be, these celebrities definitely see the magic. It’s truly exciting to see that many of our favorite celebrities share something with one another that we can all relate to on a personal level.

So readers, which of these celebrities surprised you most? Let us know in the comments below!

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2 comments

  1. Fergun Connell

    Some of these celebrities listed are singers and musicians anyway, that would not be surprising. The significant celebrities playing piano would be those you never expected, like Sandra Bullock and Robert Downey Jr.

  2. Neither of them look like they are into piano :))

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