Gallery: You Probably Had No Idea That These 45 Celebrities Were Adopted

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You Probably Had No Idea That These 45 Celebrities Were Adopted
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Maria Elena
Marilyn Monroe Estate, Colin Kaepernick, Nicole Richie via Instagram

Adoption is far more common than you think it is. Children are separated from their biological parents every single day for numerous reasons — choice, death, relationship circumstances and even strange laws. Public figures are certainly no exception. 

Whether it be Marilyn Monroe, Nicole Richie, Bill Clinton or Jesse Jackson, we've compiled a list of 45 celebrities you probably didn't know were adopted. (We know we didn't!)

About Maria Elena

Maria is a Los Angeles based writer, blogger and author living happily in her own little world. In addition to writing, she's obsessed with all things gaming, Disney, Harry Potter and pop culture! Follow her adventures on Instagram and Twitter at @pinkchanelsuit.

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