Quentin Tarantino has an IQ of 160 — the same as world-renowned physicist Stephen Hawking. Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images Models, actors, and musicians are sometimes perceived as unintelligent because of the characters they play or the stigma of their careers — but there are a number of celebs out there who surprise us with their smarts.

Many stars possess a certain flair for academia, and are accomplished authors, politicians, scientists, and businesspeople.

From valedictorians to Ivy Leaguers to MENSA members, these celebrities are certified geniuses in their own rights.