It's always interesting when a particular public high school produces an array of famous people. But it's really quite something when the school is the home of multiple people who have reached the very pinnacle of their respective crafts. Let's review some Syosset alumni:
- Judd Apatow - arguably the best director of movie comedies ever.
- Sue Bird (first two years) - consensus choice for the best women's basketball player ever.
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- Elaine Chao - Secretary of not only one but two U.S. regulatory agencies, person floated for possible consideration as candidate for Vice President, and spouse of the one-time majority (and current minority) leader of the U.S. Senate.
- Idina Menzel - at one time, the top Broadway actress.
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- Natalie Portman (née Hershlag) - at one time, the top movie actress.
- Tracy Pollan - accomplished actress, and deeply devoted wife to Michael J. Fox.
Other SHS students have achieved great things, but the list of those who can fairly be regarded as having achieved unsurpassed status in their fields is quite something. And there may be others working their way up, so stay tuned. Go Braves!
