You May Be Surprised These 10 Famous People Are From Washington

Washington is the birthplace of many famous celebrities from various entertainment fields.

Washington is home to a lot of well-known people! Did you know these 10 celebrities root from our state?

1. Ryan Stiles

This entertaining performer from "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" was born in Seattle.

2. Bob Barker

COME ON DOWWWN to Darrington where this "Price Is Right" host was born in 1923!

3. Anna Faris

This notorious actress raised in Edmonds has been in a number of films, including the Scary Movie series, The House Bunny, Smiley Face and so much more!

4. Gary Larson

The talented creator of the Far Side comics was born in 1950 in Tacoma!

5. Craig T. Nelson

Originating from Spokane, this actor has had a variety of roles, including his Emmy-winning performance as Hayden Fox in the TV series "Coach" as well as the voice for "Mr. Incredible" in the Pixar animated film, "The Incredibles".

6. Kasey Kahne

This speedy NASCAR driver was born in Enumclaw in 1980!

7. Chris Kattan

This actor starred alongside Will Ferrell in the hilarious SNL skit-turned-movie "A Night at the Roxbury". Though he wasn't technically born in the state, he graduated from Bainbridge High School!

8. Richard Karn

This Seattle native portrayed Al in "Home Improvement" and has been a host of the infamous game show "Family Feud".

9. Ken Jennings

The longest running Jeopardy champ was born here in Edmonds in 1974. His winnings totaled over $3 million!

10. Rainn Wilson

This hilarious actor from Seattle is best known for his role as Dwight Schrute in the popular TV series, "The Office".

This list could go on for ages! What other well-known icons have come from Washington?? Share your favorites below!

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