Hollywood’s Hidden Heroes: You Won’t Believe Which Celebrities Served in the Military!
Mr. T – Squad Leader, Military Police
Mr. T, the iconic mohawked powerhouse we all know from TV shows and movies, actually has a tough-as-nails military background. Before he became famous for his roles in “The A-Team” and “Rocky III,” Mr. T was Lawrence Tureaud, serving in the U.S. Army. Enlisted in the mid-1970s, he was part of the Military Police Corps.
His grit and determination earned him the title of “Top Trainee of the Cycle,” showcasing his standout abilities among his peers. Rising to the rank of Squad Leader, Mr. T was stationed at Fort McCoy in Wisconsin. He went from enforcing military law to rocking gold chains and throwing punchlines.