Over the years, Yorkshire has seen many of its own rise to the lofty heights of fame and achieve huge success, in fields ranging from sport and television, to the glittering lights of Hollywood films. Here are 13 local celebrities you might not know were born and raised in Yorkshire.
9. Alan Bennett
Born in Armley, Leeds, the English actor, author, playwright and screenwriter is most renowned for his plays The Madness of George II and The History Boys, and memoir The Lady in the Van. Photo: Shutterstock
10. Jodie Whittaker
The British actress from Skelmanthorpe in Huddersfield shot to fame for her role in the ITV crime drama series Broadchurch, but is now recognised for her role as the Doctor in Doctor Who. Photo: Shutterstock
11. Louis Tomlinson
Doncaster-born Tomlinson found fame on reality TV series The X Factor, and formed one-firth of British boyband One Direction. He released his own solo album in January 2020 which debuted number 4 in the UK albums chart. Photo: Gary Gershoff
12. Sir Patrick Stewart
Famed for his role as Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men film series, actor, director and producer Sir Patrick Stewart was born in Mirfield, Kirklees, and began his long-running career with the Royal Shakespeare Company. Photo: Shutterstock