Many of Hollywood's wealthiest stars never graduated college

Disclaimer: This reporter is not suggesting that dropping out of college is a good step for those seeking to become rich and famous. Tom Hanks, seen here at a London premiere, is one of many wealthy celebrities who never graduated from college. (Getty Images) That said, it worked out OK for some of Hollywood's best-known and wealthiest celebrities, according to -- all of whom made upwards of $20 million last year -- to that list. Wondering why that is? A Forbes reporter writes that the trend toward college education seems to be backwards when it comes to actors and actresses: "There's a simple reason for this, argues James Houran, a clinical psychologist who researches celebrity worship. A college education is an increasingly unnecessary item on celebrity résumés, and may actually be a liability. Rather than rely on skills... [read full story]