One Of The Biggest Names In Music Grew Up In One Of The Smallest Towns In Louisiana

With a population that hovers around 2,000 residents, Kentwood, Louisiana is the definition of a small town. While many might just drive right past it without batting an eye, you might be surprised to learn that one of pop music’s biggest names used to call this tiny town home.

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Located in Tangipahoa Parish, we'll admit that it's not really the destination small town that's popular for a weekend getaway, but Kentwood is a fun little town to spend an afternoon wandering about.

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There are many famous figures from all walks of life that are from here. Here are some other notable names from Kentwood:
Collis Temple: the first African-American athlete at LSU
Jackie Smith: NFL tight end and Hall of Fame member
Michael “Mike” Jackson: NFL wide receiver
Roger Ballard: country music singer
Little Brother Montgomery: Jazz pianist

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You'll even get to see mock-ups of her childhood room. If you're an 80s baby like myself, the nostalgia factor will hit hard!

Britney Spears is just one of the many celebs that have called Louisiana home at one point or another. Check out our previous article highlighting some other famous people from Louisiana for more fun facts.