List of famous people from Winnipeg, 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 Winnipeg, while others are simply notable locals. If you're from Winnipeg 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 Winnipeg, as well as those who were born there but moved away at a young age.
Examples of people on this list include Kate Charbonneau and Micah Lexier.
If you want to answer the questions, "Which famous people are from Winnipeg?" or "Which celebrities were born in Winnipeg?" 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... moreDeanna Durbin
Dec. at 92 (1921-2013)Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Edna Mae Durbin (December 4, 1921 – April 17, 2013), known professionally as Deanna Durbin,... moreAshleigh Banfield
Age: 52Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Ashleigh Dennistoun Banfield (born December 29, 1967) is a Canadian-American journalist who... moreDoug Henning
Dec. at 53 (1947-2000)Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Douglas James Henning (May 3, 1947 – February 7, 2000) was a Canadian magician, illusionist,... moreDaniel Gillies
Age: 44Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Daniel Gillies (born 14 March 1976) is a Canadian-born New Zealand actor. He is best known for... moreNia Vardalos
Age: 58Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Antonia Eugenia "Nia" Vardalos (born September 24, 1962; Greek: Νία Βαρντάλος) is a... moreJohn Morris
Age: 41Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
John Morris (born December 16, 1978; nicknamed "Johnny Mo") is a Canadian curler, and two-time... moreBrad Roberts
Age: 56Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Bradley Kenneth Roberts (born January 10, 1964) is the lead singer and guitarist for the... moreChandra Mayor
Age: 47Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Chandra Mayor (born in 1973), is a Canadian poet and novelist whose writings, among other... moreJulia Benson
Age: 41Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Julia Benson (born Julia Anderson; 26 June 1979) is a Canadian actress. She played the... moreTerry Fox
Dec. at 23 (1958-1981)Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Terrance Stanley "Terry" Fox (July 28, 1958 – June 28, 1981) was a Canadian athlete,... moreGreg Bryk
Age: 48Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Gregory Michael Bryk (born 19 August 1972) is a Canadian film and television actor. He has had... moreGisele MacKenzie
Dec. at 76 (1927-2003)Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Gisèle MacKenzie (January 10, 1927 – September 5, 2003) was a Canadian-American singer,... more
Leonard Peikoff
Age: 86Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Leonard Sylvan Peikoff (; born October 15, 1933) is a Canadian-American philosopher. He is an... moreDarren 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.... moreGuy Maddin
Age: 64Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Guy Maddin, (born February 28, 1956) is a Canadian screenwriter, director, author,... morePeter Mooney
Age: 37Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Peter Mooney (born August 19, 1983) is a Canadian actor, known for his role as Officer Nick... moreJonathan Toews
Age: 32Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Jonathan Bryan Toews ( TAYVZ; born April 29, 1988) is a Canadian professional ice hockey... moreTina 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... moreAndy Bathgate
Age: 88Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Andrew James "Andy" Bathgate (August 28, 1932 – February 26, 2016) was a Canadian professional... moreArt Coulter
Dec. at 91 (1909-2000)Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Arthur Edmund Coulter (May 31, 1909 – October 14, 2000) was a Canadian professional ice hockey... moreFrank Fredrickson
Dec. at 84 (1895-1979)Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Sigurður Franklin Fredrickson (June 3, 1895 – May 28, 1979) was a Canadian ice hockey player... moreHeather Doerksen
Age: 40Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Heather Doerksen (born February 12, 1980) is a Canadian actress who has appeared on stage and... moreAleks Paunovic
Age: 51Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Aleks Paunovic is an actor.... more
