List of famous people from Aberdeen, including photos when available. The people below are listed by their popularity, so the most recognizable names are at the top of the list. Some of the people below are celebrities born in Aberdeen, while others are simply notable locals. If you're from Aberdeen you might already know that these prominent figures are also from your hometown, but some of the names below may really surprise you. This list includes people who were born and raised in Aberdeen, as well as those who were born there but moved away at a young age.
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If you want to answer the questions, "Which famous people are from Aberdeen?" or "Which celebrities were born in Aberdeen?" then this list is a great resource for you.Joseph Hansen
Dec. at 81 (1923-2004)Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota
Joseph Hansen (July 19, 1923 – November 24, 2004) was an American crime writer and poet, best... more on Wikipedia Debra Monroe is an American novelist, short story writer, poet, and essayist. She has written... more on WikipediaTerry Francona
Age: 61Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota
Terrence Jon Francona (born April 22, 1959), nicknamed "Tito", is the manager of the Cleveland... more on WikipediaAmber Moelter
Age: 40Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota, United States of America
Brad Walker
Age: 39Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota
Brad Walker (born June 21, 1981 in Aberdeen, South Dakota) is an American pole vaulter. He... more on WikipediaWayne Allen Stone
Dec. at 72 (1912-1984)Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota
Thomas Dunn
Dec. at 83 (1925-2008)Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota
Thomas Dunn (December 21, 1925 – October 26, 2008) was an American musician and music editor... more on WikipediaBruce Baillie
Age: 89Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota, United States of America
Bruce Baillie (born 1931 in Aberdeen, South Dakota) is an American cinematic artist and... more on WikipediaColton Iverson
Age: 31Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota
Colton Iverson is a Forward-Center for the Minnesota Golden Gophers men's basketball team.David C. Jones
Dec. at 92 (1921-2013)Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota
David Charles Jones (July 9, 1921 – August 10, 2013) was a United States Air Force general and... more on WikipediaSam Barry
Dec. at 58 (1892-1950)Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota
Justin McCarthy "Sam" Barry (December 17, 1892 – September 23, 1950) was an American... more on WikipediaAngie Buhl
Age: 35Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota
Angie Buhl is an American politician from Sioux Falls, South Dakota who serves in the South... more on WikipediaMichael Dugan
Age: 83Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota
General Michael J. Dugan (born February 22, 1937) was briefly the 13th Chief of Staff of the... more on WikipediaTaylor Mehlhaff
Age: 35Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota
Taylor Mehlhaff (born August 25, 1985) is a former American football placekicker. He was... more on WikipediaTom Daschle
Age: 72Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota, United States of America
Thomas Andrew Daschle (; born December 9, 1947) is a retired American politician and lobbyist... more on WikipediaJohn Cacavas
Dec. at 84 (1930-2014)Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota
John Harry Cacavas (August 13, 1930 – January 28, 2014) was an American composer and conductor... more on WikipediaJack Morgan
Dec. at 65 (1916-1981)Birthplace: USA, South Dakota, Aberdeen
Jack Morgan is an actor.David Premack
Age: 94Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota
David Premack (October 26, 1925 – June 11, 2015) was Emeritus Professor of Psychology at the... more on WikipediaDick Hustvedt
Dec. at 62 (1946-2008)Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota
Richard "Dick" Irvin Hustvedt (February 18, 1946 – April 15, 2008) was a renowned software... more on WikipediaJustin Duchscherer
Age: 42Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota
Justin Craig Duchscherer [DUKE-shur] (born November 19, 1977) is an American former... more on WikipediaJosh Heupel
Age: 42Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota
Joshua Kenneth Heupel (born March 22, 1978) is an American football coach and former player. ... more on WikipediaRonald Holgate
Age: 83Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota, United States of America
Ronald Holgate (born May 26, 1937, Aberdeen, South Dakota) is an American actor and opera... more on WikipediaKirk Jordan
Age: 53Birthplace: USA, South Dakota, Aberdeen
Kirk Jordan is an actor.Debra Mooney
Age: 73Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota, United States of America
Debra Mooney (born August 28, 1947) is an American character actress, best known for her role... more on WikipediaJim Hundstad
Age: 78Birthplace: Aberdeen, South Dakota, United States of America
James E. Hundstad is a Democratic member of the South Dakota Senate, representing the 2nd... more on Wikipedia