List of famous people from Indianapolis, 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 Indianapolis, while others are simply notable locals. If you're from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis, as well as those who were born there but moved away at a young age.
This list contains people like Nick Traub and Jimmy Jackson.
If you want to answer the questions, "Which famous people are from Indianapolis?" or "Which celebrities were born in Indianapolis?" then this list is a great resource for you.Adam Lambert
Age: 38Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Adam Mitchel Lambert (born January 29, 1982) is an American singer, songwriter and actor. ... moreRyan Murphy
Age: 54Birthplace: Indianapolis, United States of America, United States, with Territories, Indiana
Ryan Patrick Murphy (born November 9, 1965) is an American screenwriter, director, and... moreHerb Baumeister
Dec. at 49 (1947-1996)Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana
Herbert Richard Baumeister (April 7, 1947 – July 3, 1996) was an American suspected serial... moreMarshall Taylor
Dec. at 54 (1878-1932)Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana
Marshall Walter "Major" Taylor (November 26, 1878 – June 21, 1932) was an American... moreMarc Summers
Age: 68Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Marc Summers (born Marc Berkowitz; November 11, 1951) is an American television personality,... moreAllan Bloom
Dec. at 62 (1930-1992)Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana
Allan David Bloom (September 14, 1930 – October 7, 1992) was an American philosopher,... moreJane Pauley
Age: 69Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Margaret Jane Pauley (born October 31, 1950), known as Jane Pauley, is an American television... moreMonte Blue
Dec. at 76 (1887-1963)Birthplace: USA, Indianapolis, Indiana
Monte Blue (born Gerard Montgomery Bluefeather, January 11, 1887 – February 18, 1963) was a... moreAnthony W. England
Age: 78Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana
Anthony Wayne England (born May 15, 1942), better known as Tony England, is an American,... moreJanet Langhart
Age: 78Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana
Janet Leola Langhart Cohen (née Floyd; born December 22, 1940) is an American television... moreSteve Burton
Age: 50Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Jack Stephen Burton (born June 28, 1970) is an American actor, best known for his portrayal of... moreBabyface
Age: 61Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Kenneth Brian Edmonds (born April 10, 1958), known professionally as Babyface, is an American... moreLisa Kennedy Montgomery
Age: 48Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Lisa Kennedy Montgomery (born September 8, 1972) (referred to mononymously as Kennedy) is an... moreMichael Graves
Age: 86Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana
Michael Graves was an American architect. Identified as one of The New York Five, as well as... moreJohn Hiatt
Age: 68Birthplace: USA, Indianapolis, Indiana
John Robert Hiatt (born August 20, 1952) is an American singer-songwriter and musician. He has... more
Phil Ranelin
Age: 81Birthplace: USA, Indianapolis, Indiana
Phil Ranelin (born May 25, 1939) is an American jazz and experimental music trombonist.... moreWalter Bedell Smith
Dec. at 66 (1895-1961)Birthplace: Indianapolis, United States of America, United States, with Territories, Indiana
General Walter Bedell "Beetle" Smith (5 October 1895 – 9 August 1961) was a senior officer of... moreKaren Lamm
Dec. at 49 (1952-2001)Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Karen Lamm is the ex-wife of Dennis Wilson.... moreBill Shirley
Dec. at 68 (1921-1989)Birthplace: USA, Indianapolis, Indiana
William Jesse "Bill" Shirley (July 6, 1921 – August 27, 1989) was an American actor and... moreTracey Walker
Age: 53Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana
Marjorie Wallace
Age: 66Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Marjorie Wallace (born January 23, 1954) is an American actress, TV Host, model and beauty... moreMathias Kiwanuka
Age: 37Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana
Mathias Kagimu Kiwanuka (born March 8, 1983) is a former American football defensive end. He... moreRobert Cushman
Dec. at 63 (1946-2009)Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Robert Cushman (November 7, 1946 – July 13, 2009) was the photography curator for the Academy... moreJ. J. Johnson
Dec. at 77 (1924-2001)Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana
James Louis Johnson (January 22, 1924 – February 4, 2001) was an American jazz trombonist,... moreOscar Charleston
Dec. at 58 (1896-1954)Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana
Oscar McKinley Charleston (October 14, 1896 – October 5, 1954) was an American center fielder... more
