Did You Know These 25 Celebrities Were Born in Texas?
We have a rich history of celebrities that’ve come out of The Lone Star State, sure to stack up against any other state’s list of “local heroes.”
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From entertainers, to actors, singers, musicians and beyond – Texas is known for producing a significant number of celebrities across various fields and here are a few reasons why:
- Large population: Texas is a large and populous state, meaning there’s a higher chance of talented individuals emerging.
- Rich cultural heritage: Texas has a unique and strong cultural identity, which may contribute to the development of distinct personalities and talent.
- Specific industries: Texas has a strong presence in certain industries, particularly music (especially country music) which attracts and cultivates talented artists.
Here are 25 celebrities born in Texas, some of which may surprise you:
1. Barry White
Born: September 12, 1944 in Galveston
Occupation: Singer
Known for: White’s deep, velvety, and sensual baritone voice was instantly recognizable and became his signature sound.
2. Patrick Swayze
Born: August 18, 1952 in Houston
Occupation: Actor
Known for: Dirty Dancing (1987), Ghost (1990), Point Break (1991)
3. Michelle Rodriguez
Born: July 12, 1978 in San Antonio
Occupation: Actress
Known for: Girlfight (2000), The Fast and The Furious (2001), Resident Evil (2002)
4. Phylicia Rashad
Born: June 19, 1948 in Houston
Occupation: Actress
Known for: The Cosby Show (1984-1992)
5. Jennifer Love Hewitt
Born: February 21, 1979 in Waco
Occupation: Actress
Known for: I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997), Can’t Hardly Wait (1998), Garfield (2006)
6. B. Simone
Born: April 5, 1990 in Dallas
Occupation: Actress, Comedian
Known for: Girl’s Cruise (2019), Finding Happy (2022)
7. Steve Martin
Born: August 14, 1945 in Waco
Occupation: Actor
Known for: Three Amigos (1986) Roxanne (1987), Father of the Bride (1991)
8. Debbie Allen
Born: January 16, 1950 in Houston
Occupation: Actress, Dancer
Known for: Fame (1980), JoJo Dancer (1986), A Different World (1987-1993)
9. Matthew McConaughey
Born: November 4, 1969 in Uvalde
Occupation: Actor
Known for: A Time to Kill (1996), The Wolf of Wall Street (2013), Dallas Buyers Club (2013)
10. Chris Bosh
Born: March 24, 1984 in Dallas
Occupation: NBA Player
Known for: 2-time NBA champion with the Heat (2012, 2013), 11-time NBA All-Star
11. Machine Gun kelly
Born: April 22, 1990
Occupation: Rapper, Singer and Actor
Known for: Two AMA awards, two Billboard Music Awards and Six studio albums
12. Sly Stone
Born: March 15, 1943 in Denton
Occupation: Musician
Known for: Sly was also a key figure in the psychedelic rock scene and a producer. His band was notable for being one of the first mainstream, integrated bands in terms of race and gender.
13. Tommy Lee Jones
Born: September 15, 1946 in San Saba
Occupation: Actor
Known for: The Fugitive (1993), Men in Black (1997), No Country for Old Men (2007)
14. Ethan Hawke
Born: November 6, 1970 in Austin
Occupation: Actor, Director
Known for: Training Day (2001), The Purge (2013), Black Phone (2021)
16. Usher
Born: Oct 14, 1978 in Dallas
Occupation: Singer
Known for: Usher is best known for his successful career as a singer, songwriter, dancer, and actor, particularly as a prominent figure in R&B and pop music. He is celebrated for his smooth vocals, energetic stage presence, and hits like “Yeah!”, “U Remind Me”, “My Boo”, and “Confessions.”
17. Jimmy Butler
Born: September 14, 1989 in Houston
Occupation: NBA Player
Known for: Six-time All-Star, a five-time All-NBA Team honoree, and a five-time NBA All-Defensive Team member
19. Forest Whitaker
Born: July 15, 1961 in Longview
Occupation: Actor, Director
Known for: The Last King of Scotland (2006), The Butler (2013), Arrival (2016)
21. Nelly
Born: November 2, 1974 in Austin
Occupation: Rapper
Known for: Nelly is primarily known as a successful American rapper and singer, famous for his unique blend of hip-hop and R&B influences, catchy hooks, and regional slang. He gained widespread recognition with his debut album, Country Grammar.
25. Jamie Foxx
Born: December 13, 1967 in Terrell
Occupation: Actor, Singer, Comedian
Known for: Jamie Foxx is known for his work as a versatile entertainer. He has achieved success in multiple areas and is an Oscar-winning actor, bankable singer and internationally known comedian.
Did You Know These 25 Celebrities Were Born in Texas? was originally published on 93qcountry.com
