Famous People Born In Columbus

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Simone Biles
(Most Decorated Gymnast of All Time)
Simone Biles
133
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: March 14, 1997
Sun Sign: Pisces

Simone Biles is an artistic gymnast. Having won a combined total of 30 World Championship and Olympic medals, Biles is the world's third-most decorated gymnast and the most decorated in America. Regarded as the greatest gymnast of all time by some, Simone Biles continues to inspire several aspiring gymnasts around the world, especially gymnasts from the black community.

 2 
Randy Savage
(One of the Greatest Pro Wrestlers Who Ever Lived)
Randy Savage
51
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: November 15, 1952
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Died: May 20, 2011
Macho Man Randy Savage, the WWF and WCW legend, had won 29 championships with 11 titles. Fans loved him for his over-the-top wrestling outfits, his catch phrase, "Oooh yeah!,” and his entrance music, Pomp and Circumstance. He was also a talented rapper and had appeared in many films and series. 
 3 
Guy Fieri
(American Restaurateur and Host of Several 'Food Network' Television Shows)
Guy Fieri
78
Listed In: Writers
Birthdate: January 22, 1968
Sun Sign: Aquarius

Primarily a restaurateur, Guy Fieri is a testimony to the fact that any professional can become famous if they are passionate enough in doing what they do best. From being a restaurateur, he went on to become a TV personality, hosting shows for Food Network channel. By mid-2010, he had become the face of the network.

 4 
Jack Nicklaus
(One of the Greatest Golfers of All Time)
Jack Nicklaus
28
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: January 21, 1940
Sun Sign: Aquarius

Jack Nicklaus, also known as “The Golden Bear,” has 18 major golf championships to his credit. He has been part of 164 major golf tournaments and has won 117. He now designs golf courses through his company, Nicklaus Design. He has also authored many golf-related books, including an autobiography.

 5 
Alexa Bliss
(Professional Wrestler: Two-time SmackDown Women's Champion)
Alexa Bliss
58
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: August 9, 1991
Sun Sign: Leo
WWE wrestler Alexa Bliss began her career with the Arnold Classic professional bodybuilding event. She later became the first woman to earn the SmackDown Women's Championship title twice. She is also the first woman to win both the Raw and SmackDown Women's titles and the second Women's Triple Crown Champion.
Beverly D’Angelo
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Birthdate: November 15, 1951
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Beverly D’Angelo is best known for her Golden Globe-nominated performance as Patsy Cline in the biographical film Coal Miner's Daughter and her Emmy-nominated role as Stella Kowalski in the TV film A Streetcar Named Desire. Fans also loved her as Ellen Griswold in the National Lampoon's Vacation movie franchise.
 7 
Tyler Joseph
(Singer-songwriter)
Tyler Joseph
47
Listed In: Singers
Birthdate: December 1, 1988
Sun Sign: Sagittarius

Tyler Joseph is an American musician, rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He is credited with forming the popular musical duo Twenty One Pilots, for which he serves as the frontman. He has several awards under his belt, including a Grammy Award, American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, and iHeartRadio Music Awards.

 8 
Bow Wow
(Rapper and Actor Known for His Albums ‘Beware of Dog’ and ‘Doggy Bag’)
Bow Wow
62
Listed In: Singers
Birthdate: March 9, 1987
Sun Sign: Pisces
Rapper Bow Wow, earlier known as "Lil Bow Wow,” was discovered by Snoop Dogg. He is best known for songs such as Bow Wow (That's My Name). He has also appeared in movies such as Like Mike and All About the Benjamins, and in series such as Entourage.
 9 
Joshua Dun
(American Musician, Drummer and One Half of the Musical Duo ‘Twenty One Pilots’)
Joshua Dun
21
Listed In: Musicians
Birthdate: June 18, 1988
Sun Sign: Gemini
Joshua William Dun, or Josh Dun, gained fame as part of the music duo Twenty One Pilots, with Tyler Joseph. Apart from being the drummer, he also contributes to percussion and trumpet. He had earlier been part of House of Heroes. He is known for his signature X tattoo.
 10 
Curtis Lemay
(General)
Curtis Lemay
8
Listed In: Leaders
Birthdate: November 15, 1906
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Died: October 1, 1990
 11 
Buster Douglas
(World Boxing Heavyweight Champion in 1990 )
Buster Douglas
14
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: April 7, 1960
Sun Sign: Aries
Height: 6'4" (193 cm)
 12 
Miss Mulatto
(Rapper and Singer Known for Her Reality TV Series ‘The Rap Game’)
Miss Mulatto
41
Listed In: Singers
Birthdate: December 22, 1998
Sun Sign: Capricorn

Miss Mulatto is an American rapper who launched her career after competing in a reality TV series titled The Rap Game. Apart from releasing mixtapes, extended plays, and singles, Miss Mulatto also owns a store called Pittstop Clothing in Georgia.

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Alana de la Garza
(best known for her role as prosecutor Connie Rubirosa on Law & Order: LA)
Alana de la Garza
12
Birthdate: June 18, 1976
Sun Sign: Gemini
Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
 14 
Philip Michael Thomas
(Actor)
Philip Michael Thomas
3
Birthdate: May 26, 1949
Sun Sign: Gemini
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
 15 
Nick Swisher
(Baseball Player)
Nick Swisher
2
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: November 25, 1980
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
 16 
Forrest Griffin
(American Retired Mixed Martial Artist and Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion)
Forrest Griffin
5
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: July 1, 1979
Sun Sign: Cancer
Height: 6'3" (190 cm)
 17 
Brady Quinn
(American Football Player)
Brady Quinn
3
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: October 27, 1984
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Height: 6'3" (190 cm)
 18 
Michael Behling
23
Birthdate: March 5, 1996
Sun Sign: Pisces
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
 19 
Tom Poston
(Actor)
Tom Poston
7
Birthdate: October 17, 1921
Sun Sign: Libra
Died: April 30, 2007
Height: 6'1" (185 cm)
 20 
Lynn Toler
(Judge)
Lynn Toler
4
Listed In: Lawyers & Judges
Birthdate: October 25, 1959
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Height: 5'1" (155 cm)
 21 
Ted Allen
(TV Personality)
Ted Allen
12
Birthdate: May 20, 1965
Sun Sign: Taurus
Height: 6'1" (185 cm)
 22 
Bizzy Bone
(Rapper)
Bizzy Bone
5
Listed In: Singers
Birthdate: September 12, 1976
Sun Sign: Virgo
Height: 5'11" (180 cm)
 23 
Luke Fickell
(American Football Player)
Luke Fickell
1
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: August 18, 1973
Sun Sign: Leo
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Eddie Rickenbacker
(American Fighter Pilot Who Played an Important Role in World War I)
Eddie Rickenbacker
5
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: October 8, 1890
Sun Sign: Libra
Died: July 23, 1973

Eddie Rickenbacker was an American fighter pilot who played an important role in World War I. With 26 aerial victories under his belt, Rickenbacker was the most decorated and most successful US flying ace of the First World War. A multi-talented personality, Eddie Rickenbacker was also an automotive designer and race car driver.

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Annie Glenn
(Disability rights activist)
Annie Glenn
5
Listed In: Miscellaneous
Birthdate: February 17, 1920
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Died: May 19, 2020
 26 
Cory Michael Smith
4
Birthdate: November 14, 1986
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
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Trey Burke
(Basketball player)
Trey Burke
7
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: November 12, 1992
Sun Sign: Scorpio
 28 
Antoine Winfield Jr.
(American Football player)
Antoine Winfield Jr.
2
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: August 16, 1998
Sun Sign: Leo
Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
 29 
Burgess Owens
(Politician)
Burgess Owens
6
Listed In: Leaders
Birthdate: August 2, 1951
Sun Sign: Leo
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
 30 
Troy Smith
(American Football Player)
Troy Smith
2
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: July 20, 1984
Sun Sign: Cancer
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
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Caris LeVert
(Basketball Player)
Caris LeVert
3
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: August 25, 1994
Sun Sign: Virgo
Height: 6'6" (198 cm)
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Jake Borelli
(Actor)
Jake Borelli
2
Birthdate: May 13, 1991
Sun Sign: Taurus
Height: 5'6" (168 cm)
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Archie Griffin
(American Football Player)
Archie Griffin
1
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: August 21, 1954
Sun Sign: Leo
Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
 34 
Sarah Fisher
(American Retired Professional Race Car Driver)
Sarah Fisher
0
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: October 4, 1980
Sun Sign: Libra

Retired race car driver, Sarah Fisher competed mainly in the Indy Racing League and Indianapolis 500. Born into a family with an interest in racing; she developed an aptitude for the sport, winning several awards before beginning her professional career in 1999. Cofounder of Sarah Fisher Hartman Racing, she was forced to retire in 2010 due to sponsorship problem.

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Paul O'Neill
(Baseball player)
Paul O'Neill
3
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: February 25, 1963
Sun Sign: Pisces
 36 
Madison Rayne
(American Professional Wrestler)
Madison Rayne
3
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: February 5, 1986
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Height: 5'3" (160 cm)
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Jermaine Stewart
(Singer)
Jermaine Stewart
5
Listed In: Singers
Birthdate: September 7, 1957
Sun Sign: Virgo
Died: March 17, 1997
 38 
Gary LeVox
(Singer)
Gary LeVox
0
Listed In: Singers
Birthdate: July 10, 1970
Sun Sign: Cancer
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
 39 
Gary Trent Jr.
(Basketball player)
Gary Trent Jr.
1
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: January 18, 1999
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Height: 6'5" (196 cm)
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Michael Redd
(Basketball player)
Michael Redd
0
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: August 24, 1979
Sun Sign: Virgo
Height: 6'6" (198 cm)
 41 
Sue Klebold
(Author)
Sue Klebold
2
Listed In: Writers
Birthdate: March 25, 1949
Sun Sign: Aries
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Jared Sullinger
(Basketball player)
Jared Sullinger
3
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: March 4, 1992
Sun Sign: Pisces
Height: 6'9" (206 cm)
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Mike Brown
(Entrepreneur, American football player)
Mike Brown
0
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: August 10, 1935
Sun Sign: Leo
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Eileen Heckart
5
Birthdate: March 29, 1919
Sun Sign: Aries
Died: December 31, 2001
 45 
Heidi Mark
(Model, Actress)
Heidi Mark
2
Listed In: Fashion
Birthdate: February 18, 1971
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Height: 5'7" (170 cm)
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Terry Glenn
(American Football Player)
Terry Glenn
11
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: July 23, 1974
Sun Sign: Leo
Died: November 20, 2017
Height: 5'11" (180 cm)
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Michael Dougherty
(American Writer, Director, Animator and Producer)
Michael Dougherty
2
Listed In: Miscellaneous
Birthdate: October 28, 1974
Sun Sign: Scorpio
 48 
Mauri Rose
(American Racecar Driver)
Mauri Rose
0
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: May 26, 1906
Sun Sign: Gemini
Died: January 1, 1981
 49 
Lisa Bonder
(American Former Professional Tennis Player)
Lisa Bonder
1
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: October 16, 1965
Sun Sign: Libra
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
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Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr.
2
Birthdate: October 15, 1917
Sun Sign: Libra
Died: February 28, 2007