Brave Celebrities Who Served Their Country In The Army

Montel Williams – US Marine Corps and Navy

The Montel Williams Show Star actually joined the US Marines in 1974, straight after his high school graduation. He completed a lot of training and exercise, and he ultimately became the first African American to finish his training both in the Naval Academy Prep School and in Annapolis.

Williams left the Marines in the late ’90s, on a Lieutenant Commander and Corporal ranks after also having served in submarines. He then worked as a mentor for young troops and their families, supporting them and helping them build their confidence.