Posted in South Carolina
April 10, 2015
20 Famous People You Had No Idea Were From South Carolina
When I say that South Carolina has it all, I really mean that South Carolina has it all. We are not just sweet tea, flip flops, beaches, mountains, and Charleston! As it turns out South Carolina is the birthplace of numerous famous people as well. And, when I say numerous…I mean that there are too many for even a weeks’ worth of articles so you will not find a complete list here. Just a warning.
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Born in Pickens County, SC. He played major league baseball in the early 20th century.
A genius comic book artist who was the co-creator of X-Men. He lived in Belton, SC, until he passed in 2006.
...or better known as "The Godfather of Soul" was born in Barnwell, SC.
Even if you don't like football, you certainly know this name. This gentleman was born in Aiken, SC.
Definitely a newsworthy name! She was born in Hartsville, SC.
He was a jazz trumpeter, composer, and occasional singer. Be proud Cheraw, SC, he is your native son!
Born in Gaffney, SC, Ms. MacDowell has gone on to make her footsteps on Hollywood.
Hailing from Laurens, SC, this gentleman made his own notch in the Blues world as a proficient guitarist, banjo, and harmonica player as well as a singer.
Best known as the face of Le Bouche, this American Pop Singer was born in Charleston, SC.
A Harlem Renaissance artist who was born in Florence, SC.
While he was born in Georgia, Mr. Johns spent his very early childhood in Allendale, SC, and then moved around SC from relative to parent before leaving for NY.
You can thank him for catching Baby Face Nelson, Pretty Boy Floyd, and John Dillinger. Born and raised in the little town of Timmonsville, SC.
Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of the World born in Beaufort, SC. He had a career that spanned 11 years.
Known for his famous style, Witzel Art is found all over South Carolina and beyond. Raise your hand, Hartsville, SC, you can claim him as yours. If you would like more about this artist: www.witzelart.net
Who knew? I bet Charleston jumps up and down knowing that he is one of theirs.
Born in the small town of Lake City, SC, Ronald McNair was a physicist and astronaut. Among other things, he taught us courage and perseverance while his family taught us strength.
A celebrated photographer for his artistic style, he has called Marion, SC, home since birth. For more information contact: Facebook: JBoatwright Photography
Born in Andrews, SC, Chris Rock has made a name for himself as a comedian, actor, producer, screenwriter, and director.
Hailing from Florence, SC, this photographer has made her spot in the world with magazine publications, artistic photographs, and an ArtFields contestant. Contact: FB: Strange Tea Party
A contemporary artist born in Charleston, SC. He is most recognized as the artist who did the piece of work known as the "Hope" poster for Barack Obama.
As I said, definitely not a complete list of famous people from South Carolina, but I bet I got one or two in there that you had no idea was from South Carolina! If I missed someone you wanted to see in particular or someone you think we may not know is from South Carolina, please comment in the comment section below.
