List of famous people from Columbia, 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 Columbia, while others are simply notable locals. If you're from Columbia 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 Columbia, as well as those who were born there but moved away at a young age.
This list has a variety of people, like Leslie Rishkofski and Scott Holroyd, in it.
If you want to answer the questions, "Which famous people are from Columbia?" or "Which celebrities were born in Columbia?" then this list is a great resource for you.Stanley Donen
Age: 96Birthplace: United States of America, United States, with Territories, Columbia, South Carolina
Stanley Donen ( DON-ən; April 13, 1924 – February 21, 2019) was an American film director and... more on WikipediaAlex English
Age: 66Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America
Alexander English (born January 5, 1954) is an American retired basketball player. He was most... more on Wikipedia
Jane Chambers
Dec. at 46 (1937-1983)Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
Jane Chambers was an American playwright. She was a "pioneer in writing theatrical works with... more on WikipediaDiego Corrales
Dec. at 30 (1977-2007)Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
Diego "Chico" Corrales Jr. (August 25, 1977 – May 7, 2007) was an American professional boxer... more on WikipediaDanny Buday
Age: 43Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
Danny Buday is a film director.Zack Bowman
Age: 35Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
Zackary Bowman (born November 18, 1984) is an American football cornerback who is current a... more on WikipediaIron & Wine
Age: 46Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America
Iron () is a chemical element with symbol Fe (from Latin: ferrum) and atomic number 26. It is... more on WikipediaBill Anderson
Age: 82Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America
James William Anderson III (born November 1, 1937), known as Whisperin’ Bill Anderson, is an... more on WikipediaRobin Swicord
Age: 68Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America
Robin Stender Swicord (born October 23, 1952) is an American screenwriter and film director.... more on WikipediaHelen Hill
Dec. at 37 (1970-2007)Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
Helen Wingard Hill (May 9, 1970 – January 4, 2007) was an American artist, filmmaker, writer,... more on WikipediaJoseph Cardinal Bernardin
Dec. at 68 (1928-1996)Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
Joseph Louis Bernardin (April 2, 1928 – November 14, 1996) was an American Cardinal of the... more on WikipediaMike Kohn
Age: 48Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
Michael "Mike" Kohn (born May 26, 1972) is an American former bobsledder who has competed... more on WikipediaGeorge Bass
Age: 87Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
George Fletcher Bass (; born December 9, 1932) is recognized as one of the early practitioners... more on WikipediaBrevard Childs
Dec. at 84 (1923-2007)Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
Brevard Childs was a biblical scholar.Kirby Higbe
Dec. at 70 (1915-1985)Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
Walter Kirby Higbe (April 8, 1915 – May 6, 1985) was an American right-handed starting pitcher... more on WikipediaMichal Friedman
Dec. at 44 (1967-2011)Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
Michal Friedman was a singer and voice actress.Richard Evonitz
Dec. at 39 (1963-2002)Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
Richard Marc Evonitz (July 29, 1963 – June 27, 2002) was an American serial killer, kidnapper,... more on WikipediaRon Westray
Age: 50Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
Ronald Kenneth Westray, Jr. (born June 13, 1970 in Columbia, South Carolina) is an American... more on WikipediaTodd Rutherford
Age: 49Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
James Todd Rutherford (born October 10, 1970 in Columbia, South Carolina) is a Democratic... more on WikipediaMike Colter
Age: 44Birthplace: USA, South Carolina, Columbia
Mike Randal Colter (born August 26, 1976) is an American actor best known for his role as Luke... more on WikipediaDavid Broadnax
Dec. at 58 (1942-2000)Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America
David Broadnax was an actor, producer and screenwriter.Josh Stolberg
Age: 49Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
Josh Stolberg (born March 7, 1971) is an American film director, screenwriter, and... more on WikipediaAntonio Lang
Age: 48Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
Antonio Maurice Lang (born May 15, 1972) is an American former professional basketball player... more on WikipediaTyrone Hayes
Age: 53Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina
Tyrone B. Hayes (born July 29, 1967) is an American biologist and professor of Integrative... more on Wikipedia
