Famous people come from all over the country, and Missouri is no different. Check out some of the most well known men and women to hail from our awesome state.

1. Kevin Kline
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This award-winning actor starred in the hilarious "A Fish Called Wanda."
2. Mark Twain
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Author of Tom Sawyer
3. Dick Van Dyke
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Yes this funny man is from Missouri!
4. Linda Blair
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Star of The Exorcist

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5. Eminem
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He's the real Slim Shady.
6. John Goodman
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Star of Roseanne
7. Brad Pitt
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He grew up in Springfield and attended Mizzou.
8. Chuck Berry
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'50s rock pioneer
9. Sheryl Crow
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This '90s rocker performed at Mizzou, where she was a student, before she became famous.

Did we forget any? Who’s your favorite?

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