“What do you want to be when you grow up?” – This was a question back in middle school we were all faced with. Back then it seemed too easy to choose what career you wanted to pursue. But once you reach the age wherein you expected to be closer to your dreams, you’re not always 100% sure that you chose the right path. You might start wondering if selling health insurance is all what life prescribed for you.  For these following people, becoming known to the public only came after they turned 30. May these stories inspire you to follow your desires and never give up. – especially #16!

1. Oprah Winfrey

Best known for her talk show, “The Oprah Winfrey Show“, Oprah Winfrey’s career reached its high point when she was 32 years old. Born in the slums of Mississippi, she was abused and molested during her childhood to teen years. She got pregnant at the age of 14, but her baby did not survive. Today, Winfrey has her own network called “The Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN)”.

2. Harrison Ford

If you are an avid Star Wars fan, then you probably know this guy. – all hail Han Solo! Harrison Ford’s career started escalating when he was about 31 years old. Since he struggled in his acting career at first, he managed to pay his bills by working as a carpenter. Today, sources say, that he is “the Highest Grossing U.S. Domestic Box-Office Star.”

3. Tina Fey

Tina Fey is best known for her work on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live (SNL)”. She was only 30 years old when she started with the show! Before her whole acting career became successful, Fey worked as a receptionist at the Evanston YMCA. She is currently still pursuing her acting and producing career. Sources say she is the youngest recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.

4. Colin Farrell

Colin Farrell was 29 years old when he had his first film debut. During his younger years, he was accused of murder. He says he doesn’t remember anything from that night since he blacked out. Currently, he is still doing a lot of film work with his latest project being the Harry Potter Spin-off, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.

5. Hillary Clinton

When Hillary Clinton was 31 years old, she became the First Lady of Arkansas. Ever since she was a little kid she was involved in politics in school, and eventually became the first female to ever be nominated for the presidency and be backed up by a major political party.