ReferenceList RulesOnly TV actors who were born or grew up in Texas.
List of famous television actors/actresses who were born in Texas, with photos when available. These renowned Texas actors and actresses are listed by popularity, so the names at the top of the list will be the most recognizable. A few of these actors may not have technically been born in Texas, but everyone on this list grew up in Texas and considers it to be their home. This list includes Texas TV actors from every type of show, including cartoons where they might have done voice over work. If you grew up in Texas then you should be proud of these television actors whose birthplace is Texas. Various bits of information are available for these Texas celebrities as well, such as what year they were born and what shows they are known for.
List ranges from Beyoncé Knowles to Selena Gomez, plus much more.
This list answers the questions, "Which TV actors are from Texas?" and "Who are the most famous Texas actors?"1
Jeff Bennett
The Powerpuff Girls, Dexter's LaboratoryBirthplace: Houston, Texas, USA
Nationality: United States of America
Jeff Bennett (born October 2, 1962) is an American voice actor and singer. His voice roles... more2
Morgan Fairchild
North and South, Search for TomorrowBirthplace: Dallas, Texas, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Morgan Fairchild (born Patsy Ann McClenny; February 3, 1950) is an American actress. She began... more3
Eva Longoria
Desperate Housewives, General HospitalBirthplace: Corpus Christi, Texas, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Eva Jacqueline Bastón (born March 15, 1975) is an American actress, producer, director,... more4
Selena Gomez
Wizards of Waverly Place, Barney & FriendsBirthplace: Grand Prairie, Texas, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Selena Marie Gomez (born July 22, 1992) is an American singer and actress. After appearing on... more5
Leighton Meester
Gossip Girl, SurfaceBirthplace: Fort Worth, Texas, USA
Nationality: United States of America
Leighton Marissa Meester (born April 9, 1986) is an American actress, singer, songwriter, and... more6
Summer Glau
Firefly, Terminator: The Sarah Connor ChroniclesBirthplace: San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Summer Lyn Glau (; born July 24, 1981) is an American actress best known for her roles in... more7
Sarah Shahi
Person of Interest, LifeBirthplace: Euless, Texas, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America,Iran
Aahoo Jahansouz "Sarah" Shahi (Persian: آهو جهانسوز سارا شاهی; born January 10, 1980) is an... more8
Brent Spiner
Star Trek: The Next Generation, AlphasBirthplace: Houston, Texas, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Brent Jay Spiner (; born February 2, 1949) is an American actor, comedian, musician and singer... more9
Peri Gilpin
Frasier, Justice LeagueBirthplace: Waco, Texas, USA
Nationality: United States of America
Peri Gilpin (born Peri Kay Oldham; May 27, 1961) is an American actress. She portrayed Roz... more10
Jennifer Love Hewitt
Criminal Minds, Ghost WhispererBirthplace: Waco, Texas, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Jennifer Love Hewitt (born February 21, 1979) is an American actress and singer. Hewitt began... more11
Michelle Forbes
True Blood, The KillingBirthplace: Austin, Texas, USA
Nationality: United States of America
Michelle Renee Forbes Guajardo (born January 8, 1965) is an American actress who has appeared... more12
Farrah Fawcett
Charlie's Angels, The Burning BedBirthplace: Corpus Christi, Texas, USA
Nationality: United States of America
Farrah Leni Fawcett (February 2, 1947 – June 25, 2009) was an American actress of stage and... more13
Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter (born September 4, 1981) is an American singer, songwriter and... more14
Natalie Zea
Justified, The FollowingBirthplace: Texas, USA
Nationality: United States of America
Natalie Zea (born March 17, 1975) is an American actress known for her performances on... more15
Stephen Tobolowsky
Heroes, DeadwoodBirthplace: Texas, USA, Dallas
Nationality: United States of America
Stephen Harold Tobolowsky (born May 30, 1951) is an American actor. He is known for film roles... more16
Hilary Duff
Lizzie McGuire, YoungerBirthplace: Houston, Texas, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Hilary Erhard Duff (born September 28, 1987) is an American actress, singer, songwriter, and... more17
Debbie Reynolds
Rugrats, Jennifer Slept HereBirthplace: El Paso, Texas, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Mary Frances "Debbie" Reynolds (April 1, 1932 – December 28, 2016) was an American actress,... more18
Kay Panabaker
No Ordinary Family, SummerlandBirthplace: Orange Grove, Texas, USA
Nationality: United States of America
Stephanie Kay Panabaker (born May 2, 1990) is an American zoologist and former actress. She is... more19
Piper Perabo
Covert AffairsBirthplace: Dallas, Texas, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Piper Lisa Perabo ( (listen); born October 31, 1976) is an American film and television... more20
Taylor Cole
CSI: Miami, The EventBirthplace: Arlington, Texas, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Taylor Cole (born April 29, 1984) is an American actress and former fashion model.... more21
Amy Acker
Angel, DollhouseBirthplace: Dallas, Texas, USA
Nationality: United States of America
Amy Louise Acker (born December 5, 1976) is an American actress. She is best known for... more22
Willie Nelson
The Dukes of Hazzard: The Beginning, A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All!Birthplace: Abbott, Texas, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Willie Hugh Nelson (born April 29, 1933) is an American singer, songwriter, musician, actor,... more23
Jennifer Garner
Alias, FelicityBirthplace: Houston, Texas, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Jennifer Anne Garner (born April 17, 1972) is an American actress. Following a supporting role... more24
Serena Beth Varghese (born October 10, 1981) is an American voice actress of Indian descent.... more25
Luci Christian
One Piece (US), School RumbleBirthplace: Hamilton, Texas, USA
Nationality: United States of America
Louisa Michelle "Luci" Christian (born March 18, 1973) is an American voice actress and ADR... more
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