Using a celebrity’s smiling face as bait to sell your product is old news. But what happens when a famous person doesn’t just want to endorse a product, but feels ready to create something of his or her own? Turns out, some A-listers look as good in their business suits as they do on red carpets. Here's 15 celebrity business ventures you didn't know about.

Justin Timberlake — Restauranteur (Among Other Things)

Memphis native boyband wonder turned solo star turned movie star likes his southern food a bit too much. He was involved with three restaurant franchises, including “Southern Hospitality,” where he likes to arrange surprise concerts for the patrons. He also runs a gold club, a basketball team, makes clothes and has his own beverage. The guy clearly likes to keep himself busy.