Famous People From Illinois - Celebrities Born In Illinois - page 13

Illinois has always been famous for being one of the most progressive states in the whole of America. Known for its abundance in natural resources, agriculture and small scale industries, Illinois has been a favorite among American citizens and immigrants alike. Many eminent personalities, who are popular globally, are born in the state of Illinois. Former American presidents Abraham Lincoln and Barack Obama are natives of Illinois. Several chapters have been written in history books about the glorious life of Abraham Lincoln. His journey from a humble environment to the White House has not just inspired millions of people around the world, but also has been the subject of a biopic. Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States, has been praised for being a great orator and initiatives such as ‘ObamaCare’. Acclaimed rapper and singer Kanye West as well as singer R. Kelly, are a few other famous people who belong to this American state. Several chapters have been written about the legendary Abraham Lincoln’s life. Here are other famous celebrities who hail from the state of Illinois.

Hillary Clinton, Ronald Reagan, CM Punk, Harrison Ford & Walt Disney are some of the celebrities who hail from Illinois.

The Most Famous People From Illinois

NameBirthdayNationalityBio
Jessy SchramJanuary 15, 1986AmericanJessy Schram is an American actress best known for her role in the series ‘Falling Skies.’
Kaylyn SlevinDecember 28, 2000AmericanKaylyn Slevin is an American actress, dancer, model, and social media influencer
Mr. TMay 21, 1952AmericanMr
Rosa BlasiDecember 19, 1972AmericanRosa Blasi is an American actress
Marcheline BertrandMay 9, 1950AmericanMarcheline Bertrand was an American actress and humanitarian worker, best known as mother of Angelina Jolie
Wyatt OleffJuly 13, 2003AmericanWyatt Oleff is an upcoming American actor
Ethan CutkoskyAugust 19, 1999AmericanCheck out all that you wanted to know about Ethan Cutkosky, the famous American child actor; his birthday, his family and personal life, fun trivia facts and more.
Corinna KopfDecember 1, 1995AmericanCorinna Kopf is an American Instagram model and vlogger
Toni RomitiMarch 24, 1995AmericanToni Romiti is an American singer known for her single ‘Nothin on Me’
Ben SavageSeptember 13, 1980AmericanBen Savage is an American actor, who has acted in several films, television serials, and plays
Gary Cole

Gary Cole

Gary Cole is an American actor best known for his role in the mini-series ‘Fatal Vision’

AmericanSeptember 20, 1956129 views

Sarah Wayne Callies

Sarah Wayne Callies is an American actress famous for her role in the series ‘Prison Break.’

AmericanJune 1, 1977158 views

Haley Reinhart

Haley Reinhart is an American singer who is best known for her cover of Elvis Presley's ‘Can't Help Falling in Love.’

Wood Harris

Wood Harris is an American actor known for appearing as kingpin Avon Barksdale in the HBO series ‘The Wire’

AmericanOctober 17, 1969291 views

Johnny Stompanato

Johnny Stompanato was underworld crime mafia Mickey Cohen’s chief operative and bodyguard

AmericanOctober 10, 1925203 views

Janina Gavankar

Janina Gavankar is a popular American actress

AmericanNovember 29, 1980201 views

Christopher Nowinski

Christopher Nowinski is an American former professional wrestler with World Wrestling Entertainment

AmericanSeptember 24, 1978150 views

John Mulaney

John Mulaney is an American stand-up comedian and a writer

AmericanAugust 26, 1982182 views

Arlene Golonka

Arlene Golonka is a celebrated American actress who has given some memorable performances

AmericanJanuary 23, 1936151 views

Jimmy John Liautaud

Jimmy John Liautaud is the founder and chairman of Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwich chain

AmericanJanuary 12, 1964143 views