- This was Norman Reedus' life before fame
- Here are his most surprising roles
- Reedus used to be a model
Where to even begin with Norman Reedus, the rugged heartthrob of the silver screen? Before he was slaying zombies and stealing hearts as Daryl on "The Walking Dead," Reedus (55) was striking poses for Prada, Levi’s, and Lexus. But hold onto your popcorn, because we're about to spill the tea on his most jaw-dropping roles that shaped his career!
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Early features: drama, horror, and murder!
Picture this: 1997, a young Reedus takes on the role of Van in 'Floating,' a drama-packed tale of personal tragedy. Talk about a tearjerker! But wait, there's more! The same year, Reedus teamed up with master of the macabre, Guillermo del Toro, in 'Mimic,' battling killer insects. Creepy much?
And who could forget 'Dark Harbor' (1998), with a tagline that promised scandal and suspense? This was the flick that catapulted Reedus into the limelight!
Breakout Roles: saints, vampires, and... witches?
Fast forward to 1999, and BAM! Reedus hits the big time with 'The Boondock Saints,' playing a vigilante twin on a mission to clean up Boston. Cult classic? You bet!
In 2002, Reedus's bangs made a comeback in 'Blade II,' another del Toro gem. As "Scud", he was part bad boy, part antihero – a precursor to his 'Walking Dead' fame.
And for a dash of magic, Reedus bewitched audiences in 'Charmed' (1998) as "Paige"s beau, "Nate". Not quite a breakout, but definitely a fun fact for the fans!
Music video maverick: From rock to pop
Did you know Reedus was also the brooding hunk in a slew of music videos? From Keith Richards to Lady Gaga, he's been the face of moody melodies and edgy anthems. His music video repertoire is as diverse as his acting gigs!
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So, what's your Reedus revelation? Have you seen his early work, or did 'The Walking Dead' introduce you to this versatile virtuoso? Either way, Norman Reedus's journey from model to movie star is nothing short of spectacular!
