Celebrities With Surprisingly High IQs

Conan O’Brien

Despite his comedic persona on his late-night talk show, Conan O’Brien is actually a highly intelligent individual with an IQ of 160. He studied at Harvard University and was a contributor to the prestigious humor magazine, the Harvard Lampoon. O’Brien’s talent for comedy extends beyond his own show, as he has made significant contributions to Saturday Night Live from 1987 to 1991 and is hailed by fans for his writing on The Simpsons, which are often considered some of the show’s best episodes.

Steve Martin

Renowned for his clever and humorous wit, it may come as a surprise to learn just how intelligent comedian Steve Martin truly is. With an astounding IQ of 142, this talented entertainer attended California State University, Long Beach as a philosophy major. From writing screenplays and novels to composing film soundtracks and releasing records (he’s known for playing the banjo), Martin’s diverse talents have garnered numerous nominations throughout his four decades in show business. It’s no stretch of the imagination to envision a person with such a sharp mind operating at an incredibly high level.

Ashton Kutcher

It’s no secret Ashton Kutcher gets a lot of criticism for playing dumb characters. In reality, he’s anything but dumb. According to Kutcher, he has an incredible 160 IQ when he’s not in front of or behind the camera. When Kutcher isn’t in front of or behind the camera, he’s a venture capitalist. The investment includes Skype, Foursquare, Airbnb, among other high-tech companies.