Famous People Born in North Carolina

North Carolina has been the birthplace of many influential figures. Explore a curated list of notable individuals born in North Carolina - from living celebrities to historical personalities who have shaped their fields. Each profile includes birthplace details and an interactive map to help you explore their origins geographically.

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🗺️ Birthplaces in North Carolina

5 Famous People born in North Carolina

Ava Gardner, Actor - born in Grabtown, North Carolina, USA

Ava Gardner

Actor Born on December 24th, 1922 in Grabtown, North Carolina, USA
Andrew Johnson, Political leader, tailor - born in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA

Andrew Johnson

Political leader, tailor Born on December 29th, 1808 in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA
Julianne Moore, Actor - born in Fayetteville, North Carolina, USA

Julianne Moore

Actor Born on December 3rd, 1960 in Fayetteville, North Carolina, USA
James Polk, Political leader, politician - born in Pineville, North Carolina, USA

James Polk

Political leader, politician Born on November 2nd, 1795 in Pineville, North Carolina, USA
Nina Simone, Singer - born in Tryon, North Carolina, USA

Nina Simone

Singer Born on February 21st, 1933 in Tryon, North Carolina, USA