13 Respected Figures with Ridiculous Beliefs and Superstitions
![13 Respected Figures with Ridiculous Beliefs and Superstitions](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/9/3/6/891936_320x180.jpg)
We all know the standard, innocent superstitions involving black cats, ladders, and wood knocking. We’re born and raised adhering to those because, as Laura Greenwood put it, “Tradition is just peer pressure from dead people.” And why not? If you have the chance to walk around a ladder, or run screaming from a black cat, why not avoid some possible bad luck? Ah screw it. We’re gonna dive right into the cauldron head first with 13, yes 13 entries on this list. We’re not calling it 14, but only having 13 like some of you elevators out there. We’re staying in Tay Tay’s good books with a pure 13. You’ll see.
When we hear some of the more zany, creepy, and downright dangerous superstitions out there, they start to make those more socially acceptable ones sound pretty batshit. Especially when they’re held by well known, sometimes pretty prominent figures. You know the feeling… You respect someone for their work until they drop a line about sexual encounters with the supernatural. It’s pretty hard to shake that off and get back to their tunes. That insanity and more are right here amongst these 13 insane beliefs and superstitions held by public figures.
13 reasons why Taylor Swift loves 13.
![Celebrity Superstitions Taylor Swift LOVES the number 13. She said, I was born on the 13th. I turned 13 on Friday the 13th. My first album went gold in 13 weeks. My first #1 song had a 13-second intro. 13 Every time I've won an award I've been seated in either the 13th seat, the 13th row, the 13th section or row M, which is the 13th letter. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/4/4/6/891446.jpg)
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If you forget your hacky sack, Heidi Klum has you covered.
![Celebrity Superstitions Heidi Klum carries around a bag of her baby teeth. About her creepy good luck charm, she said that she once lost it on a plane, and told the flight attendant, I'm just looking for my teeth. I have to find it. It's not good luck if I leave them on the plane. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/4/4/1/891441.jpg)
Looks like it’s “that time of the month” for James McAvoy.
![Celebrity Superstitions James McAvoy's monthly incantation. AUGUST To ward off bad luck, he says the words white rabbit to the first 1 person he sees on the first day of each month. Like bad luck needs a month to regenerate?! CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/4/3/7/891437.jpg)
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Ray from ‘Ghostbusters’ can relate!
![Celebrity Superstitions Ke$ha's inter- dimensional relations. About her song Supernatural, she admitted, It's about experiences with the supernatural, but in a sexy way. I had a couple of experiences. I don't know his name. Не was a ghost. I'm very open to it. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/4/4/5/891445.jpg)
Table for three, please! Two for us, and one for my purse.
![Celebrity Superstitions Star Jones clutches her clutch. She believes that putting your purse (or wallet) on the ground is bad for your finances. You could lose money right away, and even struggle with money for the rest of your life. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/4/4/0/891440.jpg)
Ew, who just gave their breath of life?!
![Celebrity Superstitions Pythagoras bean theorem. The Pythagorean theorem's namesake believed you should never eat fava beans because they give you gas, and expelling gas took away the breath of life. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/4/4/4/891444.jpg)
Uh, yeah guys. Me too. It’s my “belief.”
![Celebrity Superstitions Donald Trump is saving his strength. Не doesn't believe in exercising because the human body has a finite amount of energy, and he doesn't want to use his all up. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/4/4/7/891447.jpg)
Chris Martin needs to feel smart enough to play music.
![Celebrity Superstitions Chris Martin's smart teeth. The Coldplay singer said, There are about 18 things I have to do before I can go out to perform - most of them are too ridiculous to repeat. One is I have to brush my teeth before I go on stage, otherwise I just don't feel smart enough. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/4/3/5/891435.jpg)
Val Kilmer takes belief to a whole new level.
![Celebrity Superstitions Val Kilmer's beliefs scarred him for life. Не is a Christian Scientist, so when he was diagnosed with throat cancer, he refused any treatments, believing it was just an outward manifestation of a spiritual cold. Unable to pray it away, he needed a tracheotomy and a feeding tube. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/4/3/9/891439.jpg)
Maybe shepherd’s pie is the fountain of youth?!
![Celebrity Superstitions Keith Richards shepherd's pie. Не requires a shepherd's pie at every Rolling Stones show, and they once delayed a show so he could eat it. A crew member once cut into the pie before him, and he threatened to cut him up and put him in the next pie. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/4/3/6/891436.jpg)
Put that creativity thief back in your pants!
![Celebrity Superstitions Lady Gaga believes that promiscuity drains creativity. She said, I have this weird thing that if I sleep with someone they're going to take my creativity from me through my vagina. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/4/4/2/891442.jpg)
Anything can be a lucky charm in Ireland.
![Celebrity Superstitions Colin Farrell's lucky belt. The gift from his father is falling apart, but he's spent over £3,000 over the years on repairs and restorations. Не once lost it and offered a £16,000 reward for its safe return. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/4/3/8/891438.jpg)
A little overprotective, are we?
![Celebrity Superstitions Jessica Alba's spiritual handcuffs. At her baby shower, she gave friends (including Kim Kardashian and Rashida Jones) leather prayer bracelets, and said they weren't allowed to take them off until her daughter was born, because their energy would protect her from harm. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/4/4/3/891443.jpg)