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Who are the most educated actors?

It's difficult to definitively say who the "most educated" actors are because:

* Education isn't the only measure of intelligence or success: Many successful actors have unconventional educational backgrounds, some even dropping out of school to pursue their passion for acting.

* "Educated" is subjective: Does it mean having a college degree? A master's degree? A PhD? What about specialized training in acting or other fields?

However, here are some actors who are known for their high levels of education, often with degrees in prestigious universities:

With Bachelor's Degrees:

* Natalie Portman: Harvard University (Psychology)

* Emma Watson: Brown University (English Literature)

* Matt Damon: Harvard University (English)

* Geena Davis: Boston University (Drama)

* James Franco: UCLA (English)

* Alan Alda: Fordham University (English)

* Sharon Stone: Edinboro University of Pennsylvania (Fine Arts)

With Master's Degrees:

* Meryl Streep: Yale University (Master of Fine Arts)

* James Earl Jones: University of Michigan (Master of Fine Arts)

* Morgan Freeman: Los Angeles City College (Theater Arts) (He also has an honorary doctorate from Jackson State University)

* Viola Davis: Rhode Island College (Master of Fine Arts)

With Doctorates:

* Ken Jeong: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Medicine) (He is also a licensed physician)

Other Notable Mentions:

* Rowan Atkinson (Mr. Bean): Oxford University (Electrical Engineering)

* Tom Hanks: Sacramento City College (Theater Arts) (He did not finish a degree)

This list is not exhaustive and there are many other actors with impressive educational backgrounds. It's important to note that education is just one aspect of a person's life and doesn't define their success or intelligence.

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