List of famous people from Manitoba, 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 Manitoba, while others are simply notable locals. If you're from Manitoba 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 Manitoba, as well as those who were born there but moved away at a young age.
John McCreedy and Steve Braun are included in this list.
If you want to answer the questions, "Which famous people are from Manitoba?" or "Which celebrities were born in Manitoba?" then this list is a great resource for you.Anna Paquin
Age: 33Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Anna Hélène Paquin ( PAK-win; born 24 July 1982) is a New Zealand-Canadian actress. She was... more on WikipediaTracy Spiridakos
Age: 32Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Tracy Spiridakos is a Canadian actress. She starred as Charlotte "Charlie" Matheson on the NBC... more on WikipediaDeanna Durbin
Dec. at 92 (1921-2013)Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Edna Mae Durbin (December 4, 1921 – April 17, 2013), known professionally as Deanna Durbin,... more on WikipediaAshleigh Banfield
Age: 52Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Ashleigh Dennistoun Banfield (born December 29, 1967) is a Canadian-American journalist who... more on WikipediaDoug Henning
Dec. at 53 (1947-2000)Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Douglas James Henning (May 3, 1947 – February 7, 2000) was a Canadian magician, illusionist,... more on WikipediaDaniel Gillies
Age: 44Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Daniel Gillies (born 14 March 1976) is a Canadian-born New Zealand actor. He is best known for... more on WikipediaNia Vardalos
Age: 58Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Antonia Eugenia "Nia" Vardalos (born September 24, 1962; Greek: Νία Βαρντάλος) is a... more on WikipediaJohn Morris
Age: 41Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
John Morris (born December 16, 1978; nicknamed "Johnny Mo") is a Canadian curler, and two-time... more on WikipediaBrad Roberts
Age: 56Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Bradley Kenneth Roberts (born January 10, 1964) is the lead singer and guitarist for the... more on WikipediaChandra Mayor
Age: 47Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Chandra Mayor (born in 1973), is a Canadian poet and novelist whose writings, among other... more on WikipediaLoreena McKennitt
Age: 63Birthplace: Morden, Canada
Loreena Isabel Irene McKennitt, (born February 17, 1957) is a Canadian musician, composer,... more on WikipediaJulia Benson
Age: 41Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Julia Benson (born Julia Anderson; 26 June 1979) is a Canadian actress. She played the... more on WikipediaJack Carson
Dec. at 53 (1910-1963)Birthplace: Carman, Canada
John Elmer "Jack" Carson (October 27, 1910 – January 2, 1963) was a Canadian-born, American... more on WikipediaLouis Slotin
Dec. at 36 (1910-1946)Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Louis Alexander Slotin (1 December 1910 – 30 May 1946) was a Canadian physicist and chemist... more on WikipediaTerry Fox
Dec. at 23 (1958-1981)Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Terrance Stanley "Terry" Fox (July 28, 1958 – June 28, 1981) was a Canadian athlete,... more on WikipediaGreg Bryk
Age: 48Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Gregory Michael Bryk (born 19 August 1972) is a Canadian film and television actor. He has had... more on WikipediaGisele MacKenzie
Dec. at 76 (1927-2003)Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Gisèle MacKenzie (January 10, 1927 – September 5, 2003) was a Canadian-American singer,... more on Wikipedia
Leonard Peikoff
Age: 86Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Leonard Sylvan Peikoff (; born October 15, 1933) is a Canadian-American philosopher. He is an... more on WikipediaDarren Ross
Age: 46Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Darren Ross is an actor and a stunt performer.Marjorie White
Dec. at 31 (1904-1935)Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Marjorie White (July 22, 1904 – August 21, 1935) was a Canadian-born actress of stage and film.Peter Mooney
Age: 37Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Peter Mooney (born August 19, 1983) is a Canadian actor, known for his role as Officer Nick... more on WikipediaGuy Maddin
Age: 64Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Guy Maddin, (born February 28, 1956) is a Canadian screenwriter, director, author,... more on WikipediaJonathan Toews
Age: 32Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Jonathan Bryan Toews ( TAYVZ; born April 29, 1988) is a Canadian professional ice hockey... more on WikipediaTina Keeper
Age: 58Birthplace: Canada, Area code 431, Manitoba, Winnipeg, Area code 204
Tina Keeper, OM (born March 20, 1962) is a Cree actress, film producer and former politician... more on WikipediaAndy Bathgate
Age: 88Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Andrew James "Andy" Bathgate (August 28, 1932 – February 26, 2016) was a Canadian professional... more on Wikipedia
