Before his acting career, Chris Pratt wrestled under the ring name "The Real Deal" in the independent wrestling circuit.
Pratt lived in a van in Maui, Hawaii, and worked as a waiter before finding success in acting.
Pratt underwent a remarkable physical transformation, losing around 60 pounds (27 kilograms), for his role in "Guardians of the Galaxy."
Apart from acting, Pratt possesses artistic talent and is skilled at drawing.
Pratt surprised many with his rapping skills during an appearance on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon."
In his early struggling actor days, Pratt briefly worked as a stripper to earn extra money.
Pratt is an avid hunter and enjoys spending time in the outdoors.
Pratt has showcased his voice acting abilities, notably voicing the lead role in "The LEGO Movie" and its sequel.
Pratt is musically inclined and can play the guitar and sing.
Before his acting career, Pratt worked for a gold mining company in Alaska, where he gained mechanical skills operating heavy machinery.