Famous Celebrities You Had No Idea Were Adopted

Ray Liotta

Remember this Goodfellas actor? Adopted at six months old, Ray Liotta went on to become a beloved actor. His adoptive parents, Mary and Alfred Liotta owned a small town auto parts store and were active in their community and town politics. The family also adopted a little girl named Linda, and together they all lived in Newark, New Jersey throughout Ray's childhood.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.