Drew carey marine corps careers
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Drew Carey&#;s Journey In The Marine Corps And Beyond: A Story Of Resilience And Success
From humble beginnings to becoming a household name, Drew Carey's journey in the Marine Corps and beyond is a tale of perseverance, discipline, and transformation. Known for his comedic genius, Drew Carey is not just a celebrated actor and game show host but also a proud veteran. His time in the Marine Corps played a pivotal role in shaping his character and career trajectory. This article delves into his life, exploring how his military service influenced his path to success and how his legacy continues to inspire many today.
Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Drew Carey grew up in a working-class family, where he learned the value of hard work and determination from an early age. After graduating high school, he joined the Marine Corps Reserve in , a decision that would profoundly impact his life. His time in the military instilled in him a sense of discipline and leadership that would later transla
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Famous Veterans: Drew Carey
Marine Corps veteran Drew Carey, the comic and host of "The Price Is Right" who gained fame as the star of "The Drew Carey Show," began performing stand-up comedy during his military service in the s.
Born May 23, , in Cleveland, Carey is the youngest of three brothers. He was 8 when his father died, and his single mother worked at a series of clerical jobs to support her sons. In high school, Carey was part of the marching band. He later attended Kent State University, where he was a member of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity.
His academics failing, Carey eventually dropped out of college and, at one point, moved to Las Vegas "with $ in my pocket," he said. He was so broke that he sold his blood plasma for $40 so he could buy food.
Drew Carey's Military Service
Saying he'd run out of other options because he had no degree or job skills, Carey signed up in his early 20s for the Marine Corps Reserve.
He served from to and reached the rank of sergean
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By Brady Rhoades
The Price is Right host and Hollywood icon Drew Carey is, in many ways, an unlikely Marine.
The congenial, bespectacled, self-described “peacenik” comedian served his country as a sergeant and field radio operator with the 25th Marine Regiment and calls the experience a pivot-point in his life.
“Military life and experiences gave me incredible experiences in leadership — especially in small groups, and under pressure,” Carey, 63, said in an interview with U.S. Veterans Magazine. “The military is not about yelling at someone to do things, as people wholly unfamiliar with the military would believe. There’s a tremendous amount of trust that other people will do their jobs and that you’ll do yours. So, there’s social pressure. And a lot of subservience to the mission and the greater good of the group. So, you learn to swallow that and perform because there are always stakes, great and small. And you never w