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Iconic actor Samuel L. Jackson, known for his powerful performances and distinctive voice, is also known for his connection to snakes, particularly through his role in the cult classic film 'Snakes on a Plane.'
Pop icon Britney Spears famously performed with a live albino Burmese python named Banana at the 2001 MTV Video Music Awards. This bold choice highlighted the singer’s fearless approach to performance and ability to captivate audiences with her daring stunts.
Rock star Alice Cooper, famous for his shock-rock persona, owned a boa constrictor named Julius Squeezer. The snake was a part of his stage performances, and it truly reinforced his dark, theatrical image.
Pop star Justin Bieber once owned a pet boa constrictor named Johnson. Bieber famously brought Johnson to the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards, causing a stir in the early stages of his music career.
Although Prince Harry and Prince William have not publicly owned snakes as pets, they do have an interest in wildlife conservation. During an educational visit to Botswana, they were seen holding an African rock python, which they seemed to enjoy.
Actress and humanitarian Angelina Jolie has been known to have a deep interest in exotic pets, including snakes. She is pictured here alongside actor Colin Farrell on a German TV show in 2004.
The late founder of Playboy, Hugh Hefner, had a large collection of exotic animals, including snakes. His larger-than-life persona was reflected in the multitude of unusual pets he kept, showcasing his exotic and luxurious lifestyle.
The legendary guitarist of Guns N' Roses, Slash, is known for his love of reptiles. In a true rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle, Slash has owned several snakes, including pythons and boas.
Swedish actor Alexander Skarsgård, known for his roles in 'True Blood' and 'Big Little Lies,' has expressed a fascination with snakes. While not entirely known to keep them as pets, his interest in these reptiles has been pictured on multiple occasions.
Erin Sanders, known for her acting roles in 'Zoey 101' and 'Big Time Rush,' is an avid animal lover who has kept pet snakes. In 2006, Sanders was seen holding a massive anaconda at an after-party for one of her films.
Anthony Kiedis, the frontman of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, has a penchant for unique pets, including snakes. Here, he is pictured with the same snake that Hugh Hefner owns.
Comedian and actor George Lopez has a keen interest in animals, including exotic pets like snakes. Here, he is pictured at an after-party for the film 'A Series of Unfortunate Events,' which also featured a vibrant yellow snake in one of its scenes.
Beloved actress Betty White had a profound love for all animals, including snakes. White was known for her lifelong dedication to animal welfare, and her appreciation for reptiles truly stood out when she visited the Greater Los Angeles Zoo in 2010.
Joe Jackson (the patriarch of the Jackson family and manager of the Jackson 5) was also pictured with a snake on the red carpet. It seems that his children, Janet and Michael, were influenced greatly by him as they went on to have snakes of their own.
Mallika Sherawat, the Indian actress known for her bold roles in Bollywood, has a fascination with snakes. She famously posed with a python at a promotional event for the film 'Hisss' (2010), which is truly a fearless and adventurous feat.
In 2011, American supermodel Jessica White was seen attending Heidi Klum’s Halloween party with a snake draped around her neck. White’s fascination with these reptiles extends to many parts of her life—she even has a snake tattooed on her palm!
Even the lead vocalist of Nickelback has shown interest in exotic snakes. Chad Kroeger’s rock star persona is certainly made edgier by these reptiles, and he does seem happy posing with a snake alongside magician and snake handler Maria Gara.
Socialite and media personality Paris Hilton is also unafraid of snakes, which is evident by the fact that she happily posed for a photo with a reptile at a Las Vegas casino in 2006.
Legendary actor Nicolas Cage once owned a two-headed snake named Harvey. Although Cage was rarely seen in public with the reptile, he spoke of it often and eventually donated it to the Audubon Zoo because the two heads kept fighting over their meals.
Actress Pauley Perrette may be famously known for her role in 'NCIS,' but she is also an avid lover of animals. In 2010, she joined Betty White on a visit to the Greater Los Angeles Zoo, where she was pictured smiling wide as she held one of the massive reptiles.
Actress Sarah Michelle Gellar also took a trip to the zoo to see snakes, but this was in 2015. The celebrity is known for acting in 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer,' and some have described her as passionate about animals and wildlife.
Back in the 80's, when he acted in the sitcom 'Growing Pains,' actor Kirk Cameron had four pet snakes and a tarantula. He even went so far as to take some portraits with them, which is quite a daring feat.
While she hasn’t publically announced any interest in owning a snake, actress Katherine Heigl was spotted on the red carpet once happily holding onto a member of the reptile world.
It appears that a love for reptiles runs in the Jackson family! The late King of Pop, Michael Jackson, had a pet boa constrictor named Muscles, who often appeared with Jackson in public and at home.
This actor is best known for his role in 'The Lord of the Rings,' but another part of Dominic Monaghan’s life includes his adoration for insects and reptiles. He even went so far as to own an albino snake named Blink.
Willow and Jaden Smith are also avid fanatics of snakes and can’t seem to get enough of them. The siblings have confirmed that they own several of the slithering reptiles and even sometimes sleep with them!
Last (but certainly not least) is talk show host Jonathan Ross, who has been known to keep snakes (and also an iguana) in his home!
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Click through this gallery to see the stars who fell for the slithering serpent’s charm.
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Sometimes famous people enjoy spicing up their public image with something incredibly exotic. While some stars wear snakeskin on the red carpet, some prefer to wear the actual animals instead. They are dangerous creatures, which can make them a pretty exciting accessory!
Click through this gallery to see the stars who fell for the slithering serpent’s charm.