Famous People From Wyoming
Located in the western mountain region of the United States of America is the state of Wyoming. Though it is tenth largest by area, it is the least populated state among all the other states with an estimate of almost 6 hundred thousand people in it. With Cheyenne as its capital and largest state, Wyoming has been a politically conservative state since the 1950s. Wyoming is often referred to as ‘Equality State’ or ‘Cowboy State’. Wyoming is home to several notable celebrities who were born and raised there. From actors to writers to athletes to politicians, numerous talented individuals had their humble beginnings in Wyoming. Well-known actors such as Jim Beaver, Ashlynn Yennie, Geoffrey Lower, Cecelia Hart, Kirby Heyborne and late Isabel Jewell were all born in Wyoming. Popular writers such as Velma Linford, Ted Olsen and Alan Swallow are also from the state. Scott Avett from The Avett Brothers also hails from the state of Wyoming. Athletes such as Rulon Gardner, baseball player John Buck and James Johnson also call Wyoming their first home. Keep reading this list to know about all the celebrities who are from Wyoming.
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Jackson Pollock(American Abstract Expressionist Artist Known for His ‘Drip Technique’ Work)
Birthdate: January 28, 1912
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Died: August 11, 1956
Abstract Expressionist artist Jackson Pollock pioneered the drip technique or action painting, which involved moving his whole body to paint on a horizontal surface. Unfortunately, he struggled with alcoholism and died in a car accident, while drunk driving. He inspired a Pulitzer Prize-winning biography and the 2000 film Pollock.
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Dana Perino(Political Commentator for Fox News and 26th White House Press Secretary (2007 - 2009))
Birthdate: May 9, 1972
Sun Sign: Taurus
Dana Perino, co-host of the Fox News show The Five, served as the White House Press Secretary, under President George W. Bush, from 2007 to 2009. She was nominated by Barack Obama to serve on the Broadcasting Board of Governors, has worked as a publishing executive, and has taught part-time.
Birthdate: August 12, 1950
Sun Sign: Leo
Height: 5'11" (180 cm)
Birthdate: August 14, 1941
Sun Sign: Leo
Lynne Cheney is an American scholar, author, and former talk-show host. The wife of the 46th vice-president of the US, Lynne served as the second lady of the US between 2001 and 2009. In the 2018 biographical satirical comedy-drama film Vice, which was about Dick Cheney, Lynne is portrayed as a source of inspiration behind the rise of her husband.
Birthdate: February 9, 1955
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Height: 5'11" (180 cm)
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Rulon Gardner
(Retired Greco-Roman Olympic Gold Medalist wrestler)
Birthdate: August 16, 1971
Sun Sign: Leo
Rulon Gardner is an American former Greco-Roman wrestler who won the gold medal at the 2000 Summer Olympics. Gardner went on to win a gold medal at the 2001 World Wrestling Championships and the bronze medal at the 2004 Summer Olympics. Recipient of the James E. Sullivan Award and Jesse Owens Award, Gardner is currently serving as a motivational speaker.
Birthdate: February 19, 1948
Sun Sign: Pisces
Died: October 16, 2016
8
Nate Marquardt
(American Mixed Martial Artist)
Birthdate: April 20, 1979
Sun Sign: Taurus
Nate Marquardt is a mixed martial artist who has participated in several promotions, including the UFC where he competed in the welterweight and middleweight division. Marquardt won many awards during his time at the UFC. He won one Knockout of the Night and one Fight of the Night. He is a three-time Pancrase Middleweight Champion and former Strikeforce Welterweight Champion.
Birthdate: November 27, 1958
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
10
James Johnson
(American Professional Basketball Player Who Plays as a Forward)
Birthdate: February 20, 1987
Sun Sign: Pisces
Height: 6'7" (201 cm)
Birthdate: March 4, 1976
Sun Sign: Pisces
Height: 6'4" (193 cm)
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Travis Rice
(American Professional Snowboarder)
Birthdate: October 9, 1982
Sun Sign: Libra
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
Birthdate: April 18, 1901
Sun Sign: Aries
Died: July 20, 1944
14
Nicholas Black Elk
(Traditional Healers)
Birthdate: December 1, 1863
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Died: August 19, 1950
15
Christy Walton
(Philanthropy Family Member)
Birthdate: February 8, 1949
Sun Sign: Aquarius
16
Spotted Tail
(Sioux leader)
Birthdate: 1823 AD
Died: August 5, 1881
17
Adam Archuleta
(American football player)
Birthdate: November 27, 1977
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Height: 5'11" (180 cm)
Birthdate: October 3, 1947
Sun Sign: Libra
Died: February 7, 2018
19
Taven Bryan
(American Footballer Who Plays as a Defensive Tackle)
Birthdate: March 11, 1996
Sun Sign: Pisces
American footballer Taven Bryan is best known as a defensive tackle for the NFL team Cleveland Browns. Starting his youth career as a top-ranked player from Wyoming, he played for the University of Florida and later also represented the NFL team Jacksonville Jaguars. He was part of the 2017 Second-Team All-SEC.
20
Jaycee Carroll
(Basketball player)
Birthdate: April 16, 1983
Sun Sign: Aries
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
21
Breezy Johnson
(American World Cup Alpine Ski Racer)
Birthdate: January 19, 1996
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
22
Resi Stiegler
(Former American World Cup Alpine Ski Racer)
Birthdate: November 14, 1985
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
23
Mike Holston
(American Football Player)
Birthdate: January 8, 1958
Sun Sign: Capricorn
24
Harrison Brown
(Geochemist)
Birthdate: September 26, 1917
Sun Sign: Libra
Died: December 8, 1986
25
Chris Cooley
(American football player)
Birthdate: July 11, 1982
Sun Sign: Cancer
Height: 6'3" (190 cm)
26
Robert R. Wilson
(Physicist)
Birthdate: March 4, 1914
Sun Sign: Pisces
Died: January 16, 2000
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Jennifer Nichols
(American Archer)
Birthdate: October 4, 1983
Sun Sign: Libra
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
Birthdate: November 21, 1996
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthdate: December 8, 1994
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Height: 6'1" (185 cm)
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June Downey
(Psychologist)
Birthdate: July 13, 1875
Sun Sign: Cancer
Died: October 11, 1932
Birthdate: May 27, 1954
Sun Sign: Gemini
Died: November 2, 2020
