Famous People Born In Exeter

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Harry Treadaway
(British Actor Known for His Role as ‘Victor Frankenstein’ in the TV Series ‘Penny Dreadful’)
Harry Treadaway
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Birthdate: September 10, 1984
Sun Sign: Virgo

Harry Treadaway garnered international fame with his phenomenal performance in Penny Dreadful. He formed a band called Lizardsun with his twin brother, Luke Treadaway. He bagged in the British Independent Film Award nomination for the Most Promising Newcomer for his performance in Brothers of the Head. He earned a Satellite Award nomination for his role in Mr. Mercedes.

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Luke Treadaway
(Actor and Singer Known for His Film ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time’)
Luke Treadaway
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Listed In: Singers
Birthdate: September 10, 1984
Sun Sign: Virgo
Luke Treadaway is best known for his Olivier Award-winning portrayal of Christopher in the National Theatre production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. He has also appeared in films such as Clash of the Titans and Attack the Block, and series such as Mist: Sheepdog Tales.
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Bill Bruford
(Drummer)
Bill Bruford
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Listed In: Musicians
Birthdate: May 17, 1949
Sun Sign: Taurus
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Ethan Ampadu
(Wales Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Centre Back / Defensive Midfielder)
Ethan Ampadu
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: September 14, 2000
Sun Sign: Virgo
Son of former footballer Kwame Ampadu, Chelsea midfielder Ethan Ampadu, who has now been loaned to Sheffield United, was the only silver lining in Sheffield’s disastrous Premier League season in late 2020. He has 13 senior international caps, playing for Wales, and was the youngest player in Exeter City’s first-team.
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Michael Caines
(English Chef)
Michael Caines
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Listed In: Food Experts
Birthdate: January 3, 1969
Sun Sign: Capricorn
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Tim Shaw
(British Radio Host, TV Presenter and Engineer)
Tim Shaw
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Birthdate: June 9, 1974
Sun Sign: Gemini

Tim Shaw is a British TV presenter, radio host, and engineer. He is best known for conducting scientific experiments on the streets as part of his popular TV show Street Genius for the National Geographic channel. He is also known for his radio programs, such as Tim Shaw's Asylum for which he has won several awards.

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Henrietta of England
(Aristocrat)
Henrietta of England
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Listed In: Miscellaneous
Birthdate: June 26, 1644
Sun Sign: Cancer
Died: June 30, 1670
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Simon Bryant
(Chef Being Featured on the ABC program The Cook and the Chef)
Simon Bryant
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Listed In: Food Experts
Birthdate: February 14, 1965
Sun Sign: Aquarius
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Liam Tancock
(English Former Competitive Swimmer)
Liam Tancock
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: May 1, 1985
Sun Sign: Taurus
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
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William Kingdon Clifford
(Mathematician)
William Kingdon Clifford
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Listed In: Scientists
Birthdate: May 4, 1845
Sun Sign: Taurus
Died: March 3, 1879
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Richard Parker
(Sailor)
Richard Parker
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Listed In: Miscellaneous
Birthdate: April 16, 1767
Sun Sign: Aries
Died: June 30, 1797
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Tim Shaw
(Football player)
Tim Shaw
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: March 27, 1984
Sun Sign: Aries
Height: 6'1" (185 cm)
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John Bowring
(Economist)
John Bowring
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Listed In: Writers
Birthdate: October 17, 1792
Sun Sign: Libra
Died: November 23, 1872
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Nicholas Hilliard
(One of the Most Influential Artists of the Elizabethan Period)
Nicholas Hilliard
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Birthdate: 1547 AD
Died: January 7, 1619
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Sir Francis Baring, 1st Baronet
(Banker)
Sir Francis Baring, 1st Baronet
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Listed In: Business People
Birthdate: April 18, 1740
Sun Sign: Aries
Died: September 11, 1810
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Mary Carpenter
(British Philanthropist, Social Reformer, and Founder of Free Schools for Poor Children, the ‘Ragged Schools')
Mary Carpenter
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Listed In: Miscellaneous
Birthdate: April 3, 1807
Sun Sign: Aries
Died: June 14, 1877

Educated at her Unitarian minister father’s school, Mary Carpenter grew up to form her own free schools for the poor, known as the ragged schools. Her work later took her to India and North America. She also established the National Indian Association to ease communication between Indian and British reformers.

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Eleanor Coade
(Businesswoman)
Eleanor Coade
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Listed In: Business People
Birthdate: June 3, 1733
Sun Sign: Gemini
Died: November 16, 1821

Eleanor Coade was a British businesswoman known for her astute entrepreneurial, business, and marketing skills. She manufactured Neoclassical statues, architectural decorations, and garden ornaments. She created stoneware for many famous buildings, including St George's Chapel, The Royal Pavilion, Brighton, and Carlton House. She was one of the few women to run a highly successful business in the Georgian era. 

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Hermione Way
(British Journalist and Media Entrepreneur)
Hermione Way
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Birthdate: June 14, 1985
Sun Sign: Gemini
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Lilly Martin Spencer
(Painter)
Lilly Martin Spencer
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Birthdate: November 26, 1822
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Died: May 22, 1902
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Thomas Mudge
(Watchmaker)
Thomas Mudge
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Birthdate: 1715 AD
Died: November 14, 1794
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Matthew Locke
(Composer)
Matthew Locke
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Listed In: Musicians
Birthdate: 1621 AD
Died: July 31, 1677
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Thomas D'Urfey
(Writer)
Thomas D'Urfey
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Listed In: Writers
Birthdate: 1653 AD
Died: February 26, 1723
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Samuel Cousins
(Mezzotinter)
Samuel Cousins
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Birthdate: May 9, 1801
Sun Sign: Taurus
Died: May 7, 1887