Waco, a vibrant city with over 140,000 residents and a metropolitan population exceeding 270,000, lies halfway between Dallas and Austin, Texas. Known for being home to Baylor University, Waco has also produced several notable figures. Here are 10 famous people who were either born or raised in Waco, Texas.
Arthur Rhodes
Arthur Rhodes is a former Major League Baseball left-handed relief pitcher. Born in Waco Texas, Rhodes played high school baseball at La Vega High School in Waco.
Shannon Elizabeth
Shannon Elizabeth is an actress, poker player and former fashion model. She was raised in Waco, Texas and attended Waco High School. She starred in many films including Scary Movie and American Pie.
Texas Guinan
Texas Guinan was an actress, producer and entrepreneur. She was born in Waco and attended parochial school at the Loretta Convent in Waco. She died in 1933.
Pat Green
Pat Green is a Texas Country artist with multiple studio albums. Green was raised in Waco, where he attended Vanguard College Preparatory School.
LaDainian Tomlinson
LaDainian Tomlinson is a former professional football player who was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Tomlinson attended University High School in Waco, Texas.
Roy Hargrove
Roy Hargrove was a jazz trumpeter. He was born in Waco and moved to Dallas at age 9. Hargrove won a Grammy Award for Best Latin Jazz Album with his band. He died in 2018.
Perrish Cox
Perrish Cox is a former American football cornerback and return specialist. Perrish attended University High School in Waco.
Ashlee Simpson
Ashlee Simpson is a singer, songwriter, and actress. She is singer and actress Jessica Simpson’s younger sister. Ashlee was born in Waco Texas.
Steve Martin
Actor, comedian, writer, producer, and musician Steve Martin was raised in Inglewood, California but born in Waco Texas. Martin has earned five Grammy Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award and has starred in many films and television shows.
Jennifer Love Hewitt
Jennifer Love Hewitt is an actress, producer and singer. She began he career as a child actress and singer. Jennifer has since starred in over 25 films and countless television shows. Hewitt was born in Waco Texas.
Last Updated on September 11, 2024 by F. E. Mufute