Celebrities Who Still Don’t Know How to Drive

While many stars flaunt their expensive car collections on social media, a surprising number of celebrities have never actually learned to drive. Whether due to personal anxiety, living in walkable cities, or a simple lack of interest, these public figures rely on chauffeurs, friends, or public transportation. From award-winning musicians to legendary actors, the inability to operate a motor vehicle is more common in Hollywood than one might expect. These high-profile individuals have managed to navigate global fame without ever obtaining a driver’s license.

Cardi B

Despite owning a collection of high-end luxury vehicles, the Grammy-winning rapper does not possess a driver’s license. She has frequently joked about her situation on social media and during her appearance on ‘Carpool Karaoke’. She uses her fleet of cars primarily for photo shoots and as assets for her personal brand. Cardi B admits that she never learned the skill growing up in New York City.

Ricky Gervais

The creator of ‘The Office’ has reached his sixties without ever obtaining a license to operate a motor vehicle. He has stated in numerous interviews that he finds the prospect of driving unnecessary, especially while living in major metropolitan areas. Gervais often relies on public transportation or private chauffeurs to travel to events and film sets. He famously joked about his lack of driving skills during his multiple stints hosting the Golden Globes.

Christina Aguilera

The pop superstar has spent decades in the spotlight but prefers to stay in the passenger seat. She has admitted in television interviews that she is terrified of driving and has never actively pursued a license. While she appeared in the film ‘Burlesque’, her character’s mobility did not require her to handle a vehicle herself. Aguilera finds the roads of Los Angeles too chaotic and prefers the safety of being driven by professionals.

Robbie Williams

The British pop icon has never felt the need to get behind the wheel during his lengthy music career. Growing up in the United Kingdom, he relied on the country’s extensive rail network and eventually personal assistants. He once noted that the heavy traffic in London makes driving a burden rather than a convenience. Even after moving to Los Angeles, Williams maintained his preference for being driven by others rather than learning the rules of the road.

Kate Beckinsale

The star of the ‘Underworld’ franchise has confirmed in several interviews that she does not know how to drive a car. She has mentioned that her daughter reached the milestone of getting a license before she ever did. Beckinsale has expressed a general lack of interest in learning, despite living in a city where driving is considered a necessity. She typically uses ride-sharing services or professional drivers to navigate her daily schedule.

Lorde

The “Royals” singer is another artist who has opted out of the driving experience entirely. She has spoken about her lack of a license in various profile interviews, attributing it to her lifestyle and early success. Lorde often uses the time spent as a passenger to focus on her songwriting and creative projects. Her debut album ‘Pure Heroine’ even touches upon themes of suburban life without the freedom of a personal vehicle.

Lena Dunham

The creator and star of the HBO series ‘Girls’ has been vocal about her inability to drive. She has described herself as being too anxious to take on the responsibility of operating a vehicle safely. In her book ‘Not That Kind of Girl’, she touches upon her reliance on others for transportation. Dunham continues to live in walkable cities like New York and London to avoid the necessity of a car.

Barbra Streisand

The legendary EGOT winner reportedly allowed her driver’s license to expire decades ago and never renewed it. She has mentioned in interviews that she found the experience of driving to be stressful and unappealing. Streisand prefers to utilize a dedicated security team and private drivers for her travel needs. Her focus remains on her illustrious career in film and music rather than gaining automotive independence.

A$AP Rocky

The influential rapper has stated that he never learned how to drive a car, despite his deep interest in fashion and car culture. He grew up in Harlem, where public transit is the primary mode of transportation for most residents. Rocky has featured many classic and custom vehicles in his music videos, such as the one for ‘L.S.D.’, but he remains a passenger. He has expressed that he enjoys the luxury of being chauffeured while focusing on his music production.

Geoffrey Rush

The Oscar-winning actor from ‘The King’s Speech’ has never felt the urge to get a driver’s license. He has spent his life navigating the world via public transport, taxis, and the help of colleagues. Rush has stated that he finds the mechanics of driving to be uninteresting and prefers the relaxation of the passenger seat. His roles often require him to appear in vehicles, but these scenes are typically handled with movie magic or stationary rigs.

Quincy Jones

The legendary music producer has avoided driving for most of his life due to a traumatic car accident he experienced as a teenager. He survived a horrific crash at the age of 14 that claimed the lives of everyone else in the vehicle. Since that event, Jones has refused to sit in the driver’s seat of an automobile. He has successfully navigated a record-breaking career while relying entirely on professional drivers to get him to the studio.

J.K. Rowling

The author of the ‘Harry Potter’ series has frequently mentioned that she does not know how to drive. She has joked about her lack of mechanical skills and her inability to master the coordination required for the road. Rowling has often utilized trains as a primary mode of transport, famously coming up with the idea for her wizarding world while on a delayed trip. She continues to reside in areas where driving is not strictly necessary for her daily life.

Noel Gallagher

The former Oasis songwriter and guitarist has never passed a driving test or learned the basics of operating a car. He famously spent a large sum of money on a vintage Jaguar during the height of the Britpop era despite not having a license. Gallagher has stated in interviews that he prefers the view from the passenger side and has no interest in learning at this stage of his life. He continues to rely on his security detail or public transport to navigate London.

Gloria Steinem

The iconic feminist leader and journalist has lived her entire life without learning how to drive. She has spent decades traveling the world as an activist while relying on others or public systems for transit. Steinem has noted that her lack of a license never hindered her ability to organize or participate in major social movements. She often cites her long-term residence in New York City as a primary reason why a car was never a priority for her.

Which of these celebrities were you most surprised to learn doesn’t have a license, and would you be able to live without driving? Share your thoughts in the comments.