Famous Texans

The Lone Star state has been home to a, well, Texas-sized list of famous personalities, ranging from musicians to military leaders, politicians to performers ranging from actors to comedians.

This section includes locations in Texas associated with some of the state's most celebrated citizens, both past and present. You'll find famous people born in Texas and ones that got here as fast as they could, calling the state home and making a career from within the Lone Star State.

• Actors, comedians, and filmmakers
• Athletes
• Business leaders
• Historic figures
• Journalists
• Musicians, singers and songwriters
• Political figures
• Writers

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