You May Be Surprised To Learn These 11 Famous People Are From Kansas City
You may or may not know these famous people were from good ol’ Kansas City. All of these people are a core part of what makes us great, and what makes our history so rich and full of life. These celebrities brought to life many songs, movies, and television shows for people all over the world to enjoy.

Oh, Charlie Parker, a man born in Kansas City who contributed so much to the Jazz era with his saxophone skills.

Chris is an oscar-winning KC actor famous for roles in Adaptation, American Beauty, and The Bourne Identity.
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This Kansas City actress is known for her roles in E.T. The Extra Terrestrial and The Hills Have Eyes.
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Another Oscar-winning actress, known for her roles in Edward Scissorhands and I Am Sam.

Ellie is another Kansas City native actress known for her roles in Bridesmaids and The Office.

Emmy winning actor and a Kansas City native, Eric is best known for the character Cameron Tucker on ABC's show Modern Family.

Known as the "Original Blonde Bombshell," this film actress was from right here in Kansas City.

Rob is a comedian and actor who grew up in Overland Park (close enough, right?). He's famous for a few roles, including his parts in The Hangover and 21 Jump Street.
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M-I-C, K-E-Y, M-O-U-S-E! Mickey Mouse himself was created here when Walt Disney fed a friendly rodent in the building and decided to immortalize him as one of his cartoon characters.

This voice actor from Overland Park has voiced many a role, including pieces from Star Wars: The Clone Wars (as the narrator and Yoda) and The Wild Thornberrys.

This Kansas City native actor is known for his roles in Desperate Housewives and The Mummy.
What other celebrities from Kansas City do you know of? Tell us in the comments below! Afterwards, check out this list of reasons why our city is so great.
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