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10 Famous People You Never Knew Were Refugees

10. Wyclef Jean

Wyclef Jean’s refugee story was the inspiration behind much of his early music as part of the group, notably called “The Fugees.” Jean, a Haitian native, left his country at the age of 9, but Haiti is never too far from the singer’s mind. He raised millions of dollars after 2010’s devastating earthquake. Wyclef even considered running for president of Haiti in 2010, but was deemed ineligible has he had not been resident of the country in over five years.

Los Angeles - Nov 23: Wyclef Jean At The 2014 American Music Awards - Arrivals At The Nokia Theater On November 23, 2014 In Los Angeles, Ca
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