Discovering Celebrity Secrets: Unveiling More Famous Faces in High School Yearbooks

Joey Fatone Reveals He s Not the Only Famous Face in His High School Yearbook 654

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Joey Fatone isn’t the only one who became a superstar after attending high school. He shared, “I went to high school in Orlando with Luis Fonsi, DJ Khaled, and A.J. Pierzynski.” Additionally, Wayne Brady and Johnny Damon were also classmates at the same school.

Before joining ‘Nsync, Fatone went to Dr. Phillips High School in Orlando. He moved from New York City to Florida with his family when he was 13 years old. Despite the big move as a teenager, Fatone managed to make friends.

He became good friends with Fonsi, 45, who also moved to Orlando from Puerto Rico when he was young. Both Fonsi and Fatone were part of their school’s a cappella group called “The Big Guys.” They connected over their shared passion for music and performing. At one point, they even tried putting on a show together.

He tells Us that he and Luis Fonsi did a TV show where they dressed up in dinosaur costumes, similar to Barney. The show was called The Reppies.

Scroll down to discover 25 things that fans may not know about Fatone:

1. I love Disney World and Universal Studios. I go 20 times a year.

2. I know where all the Hidden Mickeys at Disney World are.

3. I once made a diamond painting.

4. I love magic and have always wanted to be a magician, but I never took the time to learn a lot of the tricks.

5. I love the Muppets! I own puppets for Fozzie Bear, Kermit the Frog and Animal that [all] look identical to the show.

6. I don’t drink coffee and never have.

7. I collect shot glasses.

8. Luis Fonsi and I did a TV show where we dressed up in dinosaur costumes, like Barney. It was called The Reppies.

9. My legs are tattooed with the different projects I have done, like a résumé.

10. My brother, Steven, is a video director for A-list artists and tours the world.

11. In 1998, my sister Janine ranked in the top 10 in a national karaoke contest.

12. During my high school years in Orlando, I attended school with famous personalities such as Luis Fonsi, DJ Khaled, A.J. Pierzynski, Wayne Brady, and Johnny Damon.

13. My dad, Joseph Sr., was in a doo-wop group in the ’60s.

14. My mom, Phyllis, hit me in public a few times [when] I didn’t sign autographs or take pictures with fans!

Joey Fatone Reveals He s Not the Only Famous Face in His High School Yearbook 653

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15. My closest relationships are the ones [I had] before ‘NSync. I’m still best friends with some of my middle school boys from Brooklyn.

16. I own two sugar gliders.

17. I can shower and be ready in less than eight minutes, including brushing my teeth.

18. I have been friends with my manager, Joe Mulvihill, for over 30 years.

19. I would go see a Broadway show before a sporting event any day.

20. I love cartoons and Star Wars.

21. I’ve been [going] to the Kentucky Derby for 22 years. It’s my favorite event.

22. I play in celebrity golf tournaments, but I only putt. My manager hits for me.

23. I love ridiculous T-shirts with fun sayings on them.

24. I have a lot of sneakers [featuring] character artwork.

25. I have the KITT car from Knight Rider.

Editor's P/S:

Joey Fatone's high school experience was a star-studded affair, rubbing shoulders with future celebrities Luis Fonsi, DJ Khaled, and more. Despite the move from New York City, Fatone quickly found a niche in Orlando, bonding with Fonsi over their shared love of music. Their venture into a dinosaur-themed TV show, "The Reppies," highlights their early passion for entertainment.

Fatone's list of quirky facts offers a glimpse into his personality. His love for Disney and Universal Studios, his collection of shot glasses, and his fondness for Muppets reveal a playful and lighthearted side. The mention of his mother's stern approach to fan interactions adds a touch of humor, while his close relationships with friends from his pre-NSYNC days emphasize the importance he places on loyalty.