Look in the mirror. Your best tool as an aspiring actor is a mirror. Make as many different facial expressions as you can in the mirror. Practice which poses make you look better, and avoid angles and expressions that make you look worse. Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who is the best actor of them all? Acting classes teach you how to become a master of your own body language, but you can practice facial expressions and poses in the comfort of your own home.
Become popular by achievement or by scandal. Popularity is a fast track to fame and success. Many regular people have become celebrities due to an extreme accomplishment that might draw the public eye. Lance Armstrong and Michael Phelps, for example, are best known for their record-breaking athletic ability but get offered cameo roles in commercials, movies and television shows because of their popular image. Scandals can also make ordinary people famous. Although you shouldn't exhibit criminal behavior to get recognition, a reputation for being a human wrecking ball could make you a celebrity. Attaching yourself to a scandalous situation will get media attention, and the public will love to hate you.
Get casted for a reality television show. Cast members of reality television series are not required to have any acting skills whatsoever. Yet, people are inescapably drawn to these real people put in awkward situations. Give a memorable performance on a reality television show and you're sure to become a household name. Some reality stars get offered book deals, movie roles--even their own television shows--for becoming popular figures in the mainstream media.
Set your own stage and build real performance opportunities for yourself. Acting lessons are no guarantee for landing real acting roles. Get a camera and film your own monologue. Start a crazy online web series that showcases your talents and abilities. There is no rule against acting in your own productions. Build a demo reel that you can show producers and directors that proves you have what it takes to be a famous actor.