1. Ryan Thomas (1991)

Rapper

Gangster rapper known for being the older brother of the late Young Pappy. After Pappy's death, BuDouble released the song "I Ain't Going."

2. Ocho Munna (1995)

Rapper

Rapper best known as a member of the Chicago-based drill rap group OBMG. As a solo artist, he has released mixtapes like Grind: The Mixtape and Sorry for the Grind.

3. Evita Pilar Duffy (1970)

Family Member

Daughter of of politician Sean Duffy and television host Rachel Campos-Duffy.

4. Nathaniel Jones (1980)

DJ

DJ whose 1987 EP, Acid Tracks, was labeled the first Acid House recording. He was one of the first DJs to use the Roland 303 bass machine.

5. Josh Young (1984)

DJ

Electronic dance music DJ and producer who is recognized for having been a member of the duo Flosstradamus. He left Flosstradamus after an 11 year run and went on to...

6. Ali Cobrin (1989)

TV Actress

Actress who played Kara in the 2012 film American Reunion and Whitney in the 2014 film Neighbors. She also played Molly in the Showtime television series Look.

7. Henry Blake Fuller (1857)

Novelist

An American novelist and short story writer, he is best known for the controversial 1919 work, Bertram Cope's Year, which subtly addresses homosexual themes. His other works include Under the...

8. Sendhil Ramamurthy (1970)

TV Actor

American television actor who first won over audiences as Mohinder Suresh in NBC's Heroes. He reprised this role in the reboot entitled Heroes Reborn.

9. George Loane Tucker (1880)

Director

Director of the 1913 film Traffic in Souls, as well as The Miracle Man.

10. Robert R. McCormick (1880)

Entrepreneur

Publisher of the Chicago Tribune who greatly expanded its circulation and formed within its pages the definitive conservative view.

11. Esther Ku (1980)

Comedian

American stand-up comedian who has appeared on the MTV programs Girl Code and Wild N' Out. She was also a contestant on the sixth season of Last Comic Standing.

12. Main Bocher (1890)

Fashion Designer

Fashion designer most known for his Mainbocher label, which was established in 1929. He designed short and strapless versions of the evening gown and created beaded sweaters designed for evening...

13. J. Adrienne (1983)

Reality Star

Veteran reality television personality who joined the cast of Love & Hip Hop: New York for the show's 7th season. She also previously appeared on the shows Real Chance of Love and...

14. Harry Segall (1970)

Screenwriter

Award-winning screenwriter, most known for screenplays including Here Comes Mr. Jordan and The Outcasts of Poker Flat.

15. Mary Philbin (1902)

Movie Actress

Silent film actress who played Christine Daaé in The Phantom of the Opera and Dea in The Man Who Laughs.

16. George Gaylord Simpson (1902)

Paleontologist

Paleontologist who influenced Modern Synthesis, which played a major role in creating a recognized account of evolution. He was also the Curator of the Department of Geology and Paleontology at...

17. James T. Farrell (1904)

Novelist

The author of the famous Studs Lonigan trilogy, he drew inspiration for his lower-class Chicago Irish immigrant characters from his own life experiences. His other works include Calico Shoes and...

18. Maryum Ali (1968)

Family Member

Eldest daughter of boxing legend Muhammad Ali known by the nickname May May. She spent 12 years of her life working as a stand-up comedian, and 15 years working in...

19. Philip Yordan (1970)

Screenwriter

Oscar-winning screenwriter of the 1954 drama Broken Lance who was also known for his willingness to hire blacklisted actors during the McCarthy era.

20. Emann Spearman (1997)

Rapper

Rapper and producer known for being a member of the group Hott Headzz. 

21. Kanani Andaluz (1993)

Model

Model and reality star who rapidly rose to fame competing in cycle 20 of the incredibly popular series America's Next Top Model. She is also incredibly popular on social media,...

22. Francis Parker Yockey (1970)

Philosopher

Political thinker and philosopher most remembered for his book Imperium: The Philosophy of History and Politics from 1948.

23. Hailey Elizabeth (2002)

YouTube Star

Celebrity and influencer gossip content creator who rose to fame by publishing videos on her self-titled YouTube channel. She often relays news stories in a dramatic way and focuses on...

24. Judith Jackson (1989)

Reality Star

Known as Judi Jai and The Voodoo Vixen, she became an original bad girl on the 7th season of Oxygen's reality series Bad Girls Club. She also appeared on the spin-off...

25. Robert Orville Anderson (1917)

Entrepreneur

Founder of Atlantic Richfield Oil Co. and former CEO of ARCO who helped the oil company become one of the largest in the United States.

26. Sidney Starr (1989)

Reality Star

Transgender internet sensation renowned for her videos posted to World Star Hip Hop. She has become and Instagram superstar, earning more than 390,000 dedicated fans. She also became a cast...

27. Anita O'Day (1919)

Jazz Singer

American jazz singer who worked with many big bands and who was in the film Jazz on a Summer's Day. She was the first artist to sign and release music...

28. Michael Viruet (1989)

Movie Actor

Singer and actor who played Unicycle, a member of an unbeatable a cappella group, in the hit film Pitch Perfect.

29. Lauren Searle (1998)

Model

Model who is known for having earned representation from the Vision Los Angeles agency. She is also a social media influencer and shares additional personal and professional modeling shots on...

30. Mikki Kendall (1975)

Non-Fiction Author

American author and diversity consultant who writes about intersectionality, policing, gender and current events. Her work has been featured by numerous publications including The Guardian, The Washington Post, Ebony and Time.

31. Enrique Santos (1975)

Radio Host

Radio host who is known for his eponymous syndicated show on Univision radio. He is particularly known for his prank calls and humorous, bilingual commentating style.

32. Jamilah Lemieux (1984)

Journalist

Columnist and culture critic known as the Vice President of News and Men's Programming for Interactive One. She wrote extensively for Ebony.com, and her work has been featured in Mic,...

33. George Kirby (1923)

Comedian

Comedian, blues singer, and dancer who was one of the first African-American performers to cross over to mainstream audiences. In 1972 he was given his own sketch and variety show,...

34. Tony Daniel (1964)

Comic Book Artist

Comic book artist who has risen to fame for his work for DC, including on various Teen Titans and Batman series. He re-launched the storied Detective Comics series as part...

35. Donald O'Connor (1925)

Movie Actor

Fun-loving movie star and dancer who gained fame for his role as Gene Kelly's friend Cosmo Brown in the classic 1952 film Singin' in the Rain.

36. Nikolette M (2020)

TikTok Star

Social media star and content creator who is best recognized for her nikolette_m TikTok account where her mother posts cute and wholesome videos of her. She has accumulated over 700,000 followers on...

37. Mike Douglas (1925)

TV Show Host

Daytime talk show host who interviewed celebrities for 20 years on the nationally syndicated program The Mike Douglas Show.

38. skyler_the_gsd (1970)

Dog

German Shepherd/Husky mix and social media star known primarily for his wholesome content with his owners and their other pets. His owner-run 16pawmom TikTok account has gained over 180,000 followers. 

39. Valee (1989)

Rapper

Chicago rapper who is known for his unique flow, which comes across as quiet and effortless. His mixtape 1988 got him signed to Kanye West's label GOOD Music. 

40. Morgan Brown (1996)

YouTube Star

Passionate about beauty and fashion, she is popularly known online by her YouTube channel and social media name ItsHeyMorgan. Her YouTube channel has over 550,000 subscribers.

41. Analeigha Nguyen (2007)

YouTube Star

Popular social media star who is best known for appearing on the Life With The Nguyens family YouTube channel. She and her family have earned over 160,000 subscribers for their prank and...

42. Bobby Grant (1996)

R&B Singer

Singer popularly known for the release of his single "Ride With Us" on iTunes in June 2015.

43. DeRay Davis (1982)

Comedian

American comedian who played the role of Ray-Ray the Hustle Guy in the films Barbershop and Barbershop 2: Back in Business. He also appeared in the films Semi-Pro and 21 Jump Street. 

44. Lilly Wachowski (1967)

Director

One half of the Wachowski duo alongside her sister Lana. The sisters are the directors of the Matrix trilogy and founders of Burlyman Entertainment.

45. Richard Schaal (1928)

Movie Actor

Played Mr. Kendall in the horror comedy film, Once Bitten, starring Jim Carrey. In 1972, he played a role in Slaughterhouse Five.

46. Walter Bond (1970)

Basketball Player

Former shooting guard that played professionally in Italy, Greece, Germany and the NBA from 1991 up until 1999. While in the NBA for four years, he played for the Utah Jazz, Dallas...

47. Nathan Myers (2003)

TikTok Star

TikTok star and influencer who is known for his comedy skits and text-based videos which have earned him over 150,000 followers on the app. He was also a high school wrestler...

48. Bruce Glover (1932)

Movie Actor

He played assassin Mr. Wint in the 1971 Bond film, Diamonds Are Forever. His other films include Warlock: The Armageddon and Chinatown.

49. Harry Blackstone Jr. (1934)

Magician

A talented stage magician and the son of The Great Blackstone.

50. Bad Boy Bill (1969)

DJ

American disc jokey who rose to fame during the Chicago house music movement of the 1980's. By the age of 19 he had already remixed a song that landed in...