Famous People Born in Virginia

Virginia has been the birthplace of many influential figures. Explore a curated list of notable individuals born in Virginia — 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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9 Famous People born in Virginia

Ella Fitzgerald (Singer) - Newport News, Virginia, USA (April 25th, 1917)

American jazz singer known as the 'First Lady of Song'.

William Henry Harrison (Political leader, soldier) - Charles City County, Virginia, USA (February 9th, 1773)

Ninth President; died just a month after taking office.

Thomas Jefferson (Political leader, philosopher) - Albemarle County, Virginia, USA (April 13th, 1743)

Third President of the United States, principal author of the Declaration of Independence.

James Madison (Political leader, statesman) - Port Conway, Virginia, USA (March 16th, 1751)

Fourth President and 'Father of the Constitution' for his role in drafting and promoting the U.S. Constitution.

James Monroe (Political leader, diplomat) - Westmoreland County, Virginia, USA (April 28th, 1758)

Fifth President, known for the Monroe Doctrine and the Era of Good Feelings.

Zachary Taylor (Political leader, soldier) - Barboursville, Virginia, USA (November 24th, 1784)

Twelfth President and U.S. Army general; died in office.

John Tyler (Political leader, lawyer) - Greenway Plantation, Virginia, USA (March 29th, 1790)

Tenth President, first vice president to become president due to death of his predecessor.

George Washington (Political Leader) - Westmoreland County, Virginia, USA (February 22nd, 1732)

George Washington was the 1st President of the United States and a key leader in the American Revolution.

Woodrow Wilson (Political leader, academic) - Staunton, Virginia, USA (December 28th, 1856)

Twenty-eighth President of the United States who led the U.S. through World War I and promoted the League of Nations.