John Hancock, former president of United States Congress, has arguably one of the most famous signatures around. As the first signer of the Declaration of Independence, he led the charge for what was considered treason against the king. Popular history writes that he wrote his name in such large letters so that "The fat old king could read it without his spectacles." Because of his bravery, hand lettering signatures are now often referred to as a ‘John Hancock.’
Bored Panda has compiled a list of other famous peoples ‘Hancocks,’ and some of these artists' signatures are so extravagant they knock the congressman down a few spots. Some popular celebrities even scrawled a cartoon image by their name, and I’m sure you can imagine what Walt Disney drew. While some of these famous names are inspired, some people need to up their game or practice their handwriting. Scroll down below to see some of the best and worst autographs, and perhaps you will be motivated to work on your own penmanship. Never know when you could get famous, right? Don’t forget to upvote the most beautiful signatures!
#41 Neil Patrick Harris -American Actor, Writer, Producer, Comedian, Magician, And Singer

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#43 Annie Lennox - Scottish Singer, Songwriter, Political Activist And Philanthropist

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50points
#44 Judith Sheindlin - Professionally Known As Judge Judy, Is An American Prosecution Lawyer, Former Manhattan Family Court Judge And Television Personality

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48points
#46 Jackie Chan - Hong Kong Martial Artist, Actor, Film Director, Producer, Stuntman, And Singer

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#47 J. K. Rowling - British Writer Best Known For The Harry Potter Fantasy Series

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#48 Elizabeth II - Queen Of The United Kingdom And The Other Commonwealth Realms

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#51 Daniel Radcliffe - English Actor Best Known For His Role As Harry Potter In The Film Series Of The Same Name

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39points
#53 Neil Armstrong - American Astronaut And Aeronautical Engineer Who Was The First Person To Walk On The Moon

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38points
#54 Will Smith - American Actor, Producer, Rapper, Comedian, And Songwriter

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#55 Diego Maradona - Argentine Retired Professional Footballer And Manager

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#57 Arnold Schwarzenegger - Austrian-American Actor, Filmmaker, Politician And Former Professional Bodybuilder And Powerlifter

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#59 Jim Carrey - Canadian-American Actor, Comedian, Impressionist, Screenwriter, Musician, Producer And Painter

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#60 Justin Timberlake - American Singer-Songwriter, Actor, Dancer, And Record Producer

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