Famous People From Wisconsin
List of famous people from Wisconsin, 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 Wisconsin, while others are simply notable locals. If you're from Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin, as well as those who were born there but moved away at a young age.
Examples of people on this list include Alvin O'Konski and Lawrence Wilets.
If you want to answer the questions, "Which famous people are from Wisconsin?" or "Which celebrities were born in Wisconsin?" then this list is a great resource for you.Ranked by
- Age: 55
- Birthplace: Kenosha, Wisconsin, USA
Mark Ruffalo (; born November 22, 1967) is an American actor and producer. He began acting in the early 1990s and first gained recognition for his work in Kenneth Lonergan's play This Is Our Youth ...more - Age: 47
- Birthplace: Wausau, Wisconsin
Marissa Ann Mayer (; born May 30, 1975) is an American information technology executive, and co-founder of Lumi Labs. Mayer formerly served as the president and chief executive officer of Yahoo!, a ...more - Age: 36
- Birthplace: Mazomanie, Wisconsin
Holly Brook Hafermann (born February 23, 1986), known professionally as Skylar Grey, is an American singer, songwriter, record producer and model from Mazomanie, Wisconsin. In 2004, at the age of 17, ...more - Dec. at 67 (1900-1967)
- Birthplace: USA, Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Spencer Bonaventure Tracy (April 5, 1900 – June 10, 1967) was an American actor, noted for his natural performing style and versatility. One of the major stars of Hollywood's Golden Age, Tracy won ...more - Dec. at 98 (1887-1986)
- Birthplace: USA, Wisconsin, Sun Prairie
Georgia Totto O'Keeffe (November 15, 1887 – March 6, 1986) was an American artist. She was best known for her paintings of enlarged flowers, New York skyscrapers, and New Mexico landscapes. O'Keeffe ...more - Age: 48
- Birthplace: River Falls, Wisconsin, United States of America
Francesca "Frankie" Rayder (born Heidi A. Rayder; January 26, 1975) is an American model who appeared in the annual Victoria's Secret Fashion Show four times and in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit ...more
