1. George Crook (1828)

United States Army General Durin

Military Major General who served in the Union Army during the American Civil War and also fought in the Indian Wars of the late nineteenth century.

2. Orville Wright (1871)

Inventor

Aviation pioneer who, with his brother, Wilbur Wright, invented three-axis control and flew the first successful, albeit brief, "flying machine" in 1903.

3. Charles Daniels (1885)

Swimmer

American swimmer and eight-time Olympic medalist who was former world record-holder.

4. Fletcher Knebel (1911)

Novelist Journalist

An American author of political fiction, he is known for such novels as Seven Days in May and Night of Camp David.

5. Billy Strayhorn (1915)

American Musician

Jazz artist known for this three-decade collaboration with Duke Ellington.

6. John Rovick (1919)

TV Actor

Lunchtime TV cowboy who announced kids' birthdays on the radio program Sheriff John's Lunch Brigade.

7. Jonathan Winters (1925)

American Comedian Actor And Arti

Legendary comedian who has had a record released every decade for over 50 years and received 11 Grammy nominations for Best Comedy Album. He also voiced Grandpa Smurf in the...

8. Bud Shank (1926)

American Musician

Flautist who performed the alto flute solo on The Mamas & The Papas song "California Dreamin'." He was also a member of the Innovations in Modern Music Orchestra, led by...

9. Tom Aldredge (1928)

American Stage Film And Televisi

Award-winning character actor who appeared on "The Sopranos" and "Boardwalk Empire."

10. Dorothy Stang (1931)

Amazonian Activist

American-born Brazilian nun who was an outspoken advocate for the environment and the rights of the poor. She was murdered on her way to a community meeting for Amazon rights....

11. Gordon Jump (1932)

Actor

Rose to fame for portraying station manager Arthur Carlson on WKRP in Cincinnati.

12. Natalie Babbitt (1932)

American Children's Writer

Famous for her 1975 children's work Tuck Everlasting, this writer, illustrator, and 1982 Hans Christian Andersen Award nominee is also notable for her books Jack Plank Tells Tales (2007); Knee-Knock...

13. Jeff Graham (1969)

American Football Player

Wide receiver who played for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Chicago Bears, New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles, and San Diego Chargers from 1991 to 2001.

14. Les Wexner (1937)

American Billionaire

Chairman and CEO of the fashion retailer Limited Brands.

15. Martin Sheen (1940)

Actor Activist

Legendary actor who starred in The West Wing and Apocalypse Now. His performances in Gettysburg, The Departed, and Badlands garnered him additional success.

16. Ken Jenkins (1940)

American Actor

Screen, film and television actor best known for his comedic role as the insensitive Dr. Bob Kelso on the television series, Scrubs.

17. Brady Hoke (1958)

American College Football Player

Served as head coach of the Michigan Wolverines football team from 2011 to 2014. He led the Wolverines to an 11-2 record and a Sugar Bowl victory over Virginia Tech...

18. Lauren Kate (1981)

Young Adult Author

New York Times best-selling author who is particularly known for such young adult fiction books as Fallen and Torment. Her other works include The Betrayal of Natalie Hargrove and Teardrop.

19. Nancy Cartwright (1957)

Voice Actor

Best known for providing the voice of Bart Simpson on the most successful animated TV show in history, The Simpsons. She also voiced the character Rufus on the series Kim Possible.

20. Cody Saintgnue (1993)

Actor

Model and actor who had a recurring role on the hit MTV series Teen Wolf as the character Brett Talbot from 2014 until 2017. 

21. Gary Sandy (1945)

Actor

Actor who became known as Andy Travis to viewers of WKRP in Cincinnati.

22. Joe Estevez (1946)

Actor

Actor who rose to fame in the '80s for his roles in Terminal Exposure and The Platinum Triangle. He also played a role in Not Another B Movie.

23. Charles Michael Davis (1984)

American Actor And Model

American actor and model known for playing the role of Marcel on the television series The Originals. He has also guest-starred on Switched at Birth and Grey's Anatomy. 

24. Brian Unger (1965)

American Television Personality

Notable for co-hosting the educational programs Wired Science, Some Assembly Required, and How the States Got Their Shapes, he is also well known for his work as a producer and...

25. Chris Chambliss (1948)

American Baseball Player And Coa

Two-time All-Star first baseman who delivered a home run to win the pennant for the New York Yankees in 1976.

26. Ron Harper (1964)

American Basketball Player-coach

Former shooting guard who spent his first three years with the Cleveland Cavaliers, then went on to win three NBA titles with the Chicago Bulls and two more with the...

27. Joe Madison (1949)

Radio Talk Show Host And Activis

Famous for his radio hosting work on WXYZ-AM (Detroit), WWRC-AM and WOL-AM (Washington D.C.), and SIRIUS XM, he became known for addressing racial issues and a number of other socially...

28. Matthew Finley (1987)

Tv Actor

Played the role of Luke Williams in the Disney film, Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam.

29. Joey Luthman (1997)

American Actor

Most well known for his portrayal of Rad Ferris on the Showtime series Weeds, he is also notable for his Young Artist Award-winning work in the short film Save the Skeet...

30. Mike Schmidt (1949)

American Professional Baseball P

Philadelphia Phillies All-Star third baseman from 1972 to 1989, who hit 548 career home runs. He was an 8-time National League home run champion and 3-time NL MVP. He was also...

31. John Scofield (1951)

American Jazz Guitarist And Comp

Jazz guitarist who has played with Miles Davis, Charles Mingus, and other greats.

32. Luke Grimes (1984)

American Actor

Actor most well known for his recurring role in season 6 of True Blood. He also made appearances as Ryan Lafferty in ABC's Brothers & Sisters, which eventually turned into a regular...

33. Javon Ringer (1987)

All-american College Football Pl

Running back who made his NFL debut in 2009 for the Tennessee Titans, after being selected in the 5th round of the 2009 NFL Draft; star running back at Michigan...

34. Daequan Cook (1987)

American Basketball Player

NBA guard/forward known for his 3-point shooting. He spent about five years in the NBA before continuing his career in Ukraine, Germany, Iran and Israel.

35. India Ferrah (1986)

Reality Star

Las Vegas show host who was seen on the third season of RuPaul's Drag Race. She was named National All American Goddess of 2008-2009.

36. Dottie Peoples (1950)

Jazz Singer

Award-winning jazz and gospel singer most famous for albums like 1995's On Time God. She was also the host, director and producer of the popular gospel music radio program The...

37. Dorian Harewood (1950)

American Actor

Played the role of Reverend Morgan Hamilton on the TV series, 7th Heaven with Jessica Biel.

38. Cathy Guisewite (1950)

Cartoonist

Creator of the popular syndicated comic strip, Cathy, which debuted in 1976 and ran for thirty-four years in more than one hundred newspapers. She was the 1987 recipient of an...

39. Chad Lowe (1968)

American Actor And Director

He's had recurring roles on the television series ER, Now and Again, and Melrose Place. He also starred as Byron Montgomery on Pretty Little Liars from 2010 to 2017.

40. Candace Smith (1977)

American Model

Named Miss Ohio USA in 2003, she has appeared in notable films such as Gimme Shelter, End of Watch, Beerfest, and Slammin Salmon. She became the matchmaker on Bravo's The...

41. Clarence Page (1947)

American Journalist

Columnist and senior editorial board member of The Chicago Tribune who won the 1989 Pulitzer Prize for Commentary.

42. Mike Maddux (1961)

American Baseball Player

Major league pitching coach who was formerly a journeyman right-handed pitcher; brother of 355-game-winner Greg Maddux.

43. Edwin Moses (1955)

American 400 Metres Hurdler

He won the gold medal in the 400 meter hurdles at both the 1976 and 1984 Olympics, as well as a bronze medal in 1988 in Seoul.

44. Kerry Kittles (1974)

American Basketball Player

Long-time New Jersey Net who set an NBA rookie record with 158 three pointers made in 1996-1997. He was drafted 8th overall by the Nets.

45. Vincent M. Ward (1971)

Actor

Frequently cast due to his large stature, he has had notable roles in the series The Starter Wife as Bo and The Walking Dead as Oscar.

46. Jon Briddell (1966)

Actor

Television actor who is best recognized for his roles in The Resident, Nancy Drew, and the Hidden Staircase, and Doom Patrol. He has appeared in many films, television shows, and commercials throughout his...

47. Darrell Jackson (1978)

American College Football Player

Former wide receiver who played in the NFL from 2000 to 2008 for the Seahawks, 49ers, and Broncos.

48. Cris Collinsworth (1959)

American Former American Footbal

Wide receiver who spent his entire 8-year NFL career with the Cincinnati Bengals, catching 417 passes for 6,698 yards and 36 touchdowns. After retirement he became a popular TV football...

49. John Hockenberry (1956)

Journalist

Journalist and author who hosted the Public Radio show The Takeaway which airs in New York.

50. Kwame Sarkodie (1985)

American Soccer Player

Defender and midfielder who made his professional debut in 2006 with the Indiana Invaders and joined the Cincinnati Kings in 2007.