Alabama: Lionel Richie
From the heart of Alabama, Lionel Richie is a true music legend. Born in Tuskegee, this smooth operator charmed the world with hits like “Hello” and “All Night Long.” Starting out in the band the Commodores, Lionel’s silky voice and unforgettable ballads made him a global superstar.
Whether he’s judging on American Idol or rocking the stage, Lionel’s Southern charm and timeless tunes keep us dancing on the ceiling.
Alaska: Darby Stanchfield
Darby was born and raised in Alaska. She has a degree in Communications from the University of Puget Sound, and a Masters in Fine Arts from the American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco.
Stanchfield began her way in theater and her first television role was a small part in the crime drama “Diagnosis: Murder” in 2000. Later she played in TV shows like Angel, Nip/Tuck, Bones and How I Met Your Mother.Darby is best known for her role as Abby Whelan on the show Scandal on ABC.
Alaska: Jewel
Straight from the icy beauty of Homer, Alaska, Jewel is a folk-pop gem. This singer-songwriter’s heartfelt lyrics and angelic voice captured hearts worldwide with hits like “You Were Meant for Me” and “Foolish Games.”
Raised in the Alaskan wilderness, Jewel’s unique upbringing gave her the resilience and authenticity that shine through her music. From yodeling in remote villages to topping the charts, Jewel’s journey is a testament to the wild, untamed spirit of Alaska.
Arizona: Emma Stone
Born as Emily Jean, Emma Stone was born in Scottsdale, Arizona. She began acting as a child, in the Valley Youth Theatre in Phoenix, Arizona. After playing through her early teens, at 15 she decided she wants to be an actress for good. She persuaded her parents to let her dropout of school and moved with her mother to LA where she was homeschooled while auditioning.She broke to TV in 2004 when she played Laurie Partridge in the show “In Search of the Partridge Family”, and her first movie role was in Superbad in 2007. Her leading role as Olive in Easy A in 2010 established her as a star.In 2017 she won the academy award for actress in leading role for her performance in La La Land and you can tell that she is definitely not stopping.
Arizona: Stevie Nicks
Hailing from the mystical landscapes of Phoenix, Arizona, Stevie Nicks is the enchanting rock goddess we all know and adore. Famous for her ethereal voice and captivating stage presence, Stevie’s magical lyrics and timeless style with Fleetwood Mac and her solo career have bewitched generations.
With hits like “Edge of Seventeen” and “Landslide,” this desert-born diva’s mystical aura and witchy vibes make her true rock royalty. She even guest starred in a few episodes of American Horror Story as herself—that’s powerful.
Arkansas: Billy Bob Thornton
Billy Bob Thornton was born in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and is the eldest of three brothers. He has been married six times and has four children.His career started as a musician – he played the drums and sang in a band named Tres Hombres. He moved to LA in 1981, with a dream to pursue a career in writing and acting. He starred in “One False Move” in 1992 and his popularity increased in 1996 after he wrote, directed and starred “Sling Blade”.Since then he’s a known name in Hollywood, and recently played in Fargo as Lorne Malvo, and in Goliath as Billy McBride.
California: Leonardo DiCaprio
We don’t really need to introduce Leo, but we will – although he’s a known name in Hollywood in last two decades. Leonardo DiCaprio was born in Los Angeles and his performances skills were obvious from an early age. His career was quite diverse. He started with small roles such as Luke in Growing Pains, or a supporting role in a horror film in the early nineties, and then more popular roles as a lead actor in Romeo+Juliet, and the unforgettable role in Titanic, that made him a true movie star and a household name across the world.
His career kept getting to new heights in the 2000s with leading roles in films like Catch Me If You Can, Gangs of New York and later Inception, Django Unchained and The Wolf of Wall Street (for which he was nominated for an academy award for actor in leading role). He won an academy award for best actor for his performance in The Revenant in 2016.DiCaprio is passionate environmental, and have donated millions of dollars to the issue close to his heart.
California: Meghan Markle
From the sunny streets of Los Angeles, California, Meghan Markle’s journey from Hollywood actress to Duchess of Sussex is better than any fairy tale. Known for her role on Suits, Meghan’s charm and talent captured the screen long before she won hearts worldwide.
With her marriage to Prince Harry, this California girl brought a fresh, modern spirit to the British royal family. Whether she’s advocating for social change or enjoying the California sunshine, Meghan’s star shines bright both in the spotlight and behind the scenes.
Colorado: T.J. Miller
Actor, stand-up comedian, producer, and writer, T.J. Miller starred as Erlich Bachman in the HBO sitcom Silicon Valley. He also has had starring roles in films including Yogi Bear, Cloverfield, She’s Out of My League, Big Hero 6, Deadpool, Office Christmas Party, The Emoji Movie and Deadpool 2.
In college, he studied circus arts at Frichess Theatre Urbain. Believe it or not, he was an accomplished Clown and Juggler. After his college graduation, he performed Stand Up every night for almost four years. Best yet, he is a Colorado native!
Colorado: Tim Allen
Hailing from the beautiful Mile-High City of Denver, Colorado, Tim Allen is the comedy king who’s made us laugh for decades. Best known for his role as the bumbling yet lovable Tim Taylor on Home Improvement and the voice of Buzz Lightyear in Toy Story, Tim’s wit and humor have become legendary.
With his roots in stand-up comedy, Tim brings a down-to-earth, everyman charm that’s pure Colorado. Whether he’s fixing things on screen or taking us to infinity and beyond, Tim Allen always delivers the laughs.
Connecticut: Meg Ryan
Margaret Mary Emily Anne Hyra is an actress, director, and producer hailing from Connecticut. She began her career in 1981, where she played very minor roles. Her first big appearance was when she starred in the cast of the CBS soap opera As the World Turns. She began starring as supporting roles in films during the mid-1980s.
She achieved recognition in independent films, such as Promised Land. Her talent for acting brought her worldwide attention and her first Golden Globe nomination.
Connecticut: Seth McFarlane
From the picturesque town of Kent, Connecticut, Seth MacFarlane is the creative genius behind some of our favorite animated shows. As the mastermind of Family Guy, American Dad! , and The Orville, Seth’s sharp wit and unique humor have left an indelible mark on television. His talents don’t stop there—Seth’s also a gifted singer, writer, and actor.
With his blend of classic New England charm and irreverent comedy, Seth MacFarlane continues to entertain and surprise us with his endless creativity.
Delaware: Aubrey Plaza
Aubrey Christina Plaza is an American comedian and actress from Delaware. She is most famous for her starring role as April Ludgate on the NBC sitcom Parks and Recreation.
Plaza had her first leading role in the 2012 comedy film Safety Not Guaranteed, and her career has gone up since then. Since Parks and Rec., she has starred as Lenny Busker in the FX drama series Legion, among other movies and shows.
Delaware: Ryan Philippe
Straight from New Castle, Delaware, Ryan Phillippe is the heartthrob from New Castle, Delaware, who stole our hearts in the late ’90s and beyond. Known for his breakout role in I Know What You Did Last Summer and the sultry drama Cruel Intentions, Ryan’s boy-next-door looks and intense performances have made him a Hollywood favorite.
With his roots in the First State, Ryan’s talent and charisma shine through every role he takes on, proving that big stars can come from even the smallest states.
Florida: Bella Thorne
Bella Thorne is a very successful actress and singer from Florida. She started her career when she was a child model, and later went into acting and theater. She played Ruthy Spivey in the series My Own Worst Enemy. After this, she gained a lot more success and fame for her role as CeCe Jones on the Disney Channel series Shake It Up, which was a hit among young children, especially girls.
She now has a big Instagram presence and serves as an inspiration for younger girls, encouraging through social media to work hard and support one another.
Florida: Ariana Grande
From the sunny shores of Boca Raton, Florida, Ariana Grande is the pop powerhouse with a voice that reaches the heavens. Starting on Nickelodeon’s Victorious, Ariana quickly soared to pop stardom with chart-topping hits like “Thank U, Next” and “7 rings.”
Known for her incredible vocal range, signature ponytail, and catchy tunes, this Floridian diva has captured hearts worldwide. With her bubbly personality and undeniable talent, Ariana Grande continues to dominate the music scene, proving that sunshine and stardom go hand in hand.
Georgia: Chloë Grace Moretz
Chloë Grace Moretz is an actress and model from Georgia. She began her career when she was seven years old. The started her career with her role in The Amityville Horror. Later, she started in The Poker House, (500) Days of Summer, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and more. Her breakthrough came in 2010 with her role as Hit-Girl in the film entitled Kick-Ass.
Since then, she has since starred and taken part in numerous films, including as Hugo (2011), Carrie (2013), If I Stay(2014), Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising (2016). She has also been featured as a model in covers and editorials for publications including Vogue and Elle.
Georgia: Julia Roberts
When it comes to Hollywood heartthrobs, Julia Roberts ranks pretty highly. Hailing from the charming town of Smyrna, Georgia, Roberts is the sweetheart we all adore.
With her radiant smile and unforgettable performances, Julia stole our hearts in classics like Pretty Woman, Mystic Pizza, and Erin Brockovich. This Georgia peach’s blend of Southern charm and her incredible talent has made her one of the most beloved actresses of all time.
Hawaii: Jason Momoa
Hawaii native Jason Momoa is an actor, writer, director, producer and model. What does this man NOT do?! He is most well known for his roles as on Stargate Atlantis (2004–2009), and Game of Thrones (2011–2012).
He now has a role as Declan Harp in the Netflix series Frontier. Momoa’s first film as director, writer, and producer was Road to Paloma. He also starred in his firm, which was released just a few years ago in 2014.
Idaho: Aaron Paul
Aaron Paul Sturtevant is best known for his role in Breaking Bad. Yes, he is from Idaho. He has won several awards for his amazing acting, including the Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (2014), and the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series, among many, many others.
He was the only actor ever to in the latter category 3 times! He also won the Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor on Television more than any other actor ever, at a staggering three times. We are excited to see what he does next with his talent.
Illinois: Harrison Ford
Harrison Ford hailing from Illanois is not only an amazing actor, but also a very well known director and film producer. He biggest role ever was when he starred as Han Solo in Star Wars, and when he played the lead role of Indiana Jones in the historic series. He has played countless other very big roles in his career which spans over six decades.
He has played several roles in Hollywood blockbusters, including Apocalypse Now, Presumed Innocent and Raiders of the Lost Ark, among others. Reports say that Ford is now the second highest-grossing U.S. domestic box-office star. Can you believe that?
Indiana: Jenna Fischer
Regina Marie “Jenna” Fischer is an actress best known for her role on The Office. The actress from Indiana was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in 2007. Since this nomination a while back, Fischer has appeared in several films, including Blades of Glory (2007), Hall Pass (2011), and The Giant Mechanical Man (2012).
The Giant Mechanical Man was an amazing film directed by her husband, Lee Kirk. How sweet is that?! She also appeared in You, Me and the Apocalypse, and now stars in the ABC sitcom, Splitting Up Together. She is also author, having had her first book The Actor’s Life: A Survival Guide published in November 2017. She does it all!
Iowa: Michelle Monaghan
Michelle Lynn Monaghan is an Iowan actress. She is most famous for her roles in Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005), Gone Baby Gone (2007), Pixels (2015), and Patriots Day (2016). She also had a starring role as Julia Meade in the series Mission: Impossible, appearing in Mission: Impossible III (2006), Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol(2011), and Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018).
Monaghan starred in the first season of True Detective(2014), for which she received a nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress. Truly an incredible actress right here!
Kansas: R. Lee Ermey
Ronald Lee Ermey was an actor and former military drill instructor from Kansas. He was well known for his role in 1987 film Full Metal Jacket. This film earned him a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. He was a real talent, and everyone knew it. Ermey was also a Marine Corps staff sergeant and an honorary gunnery sergeant – he went above and beyond in everything that he did.Ermey often times played authority figure roles, such as Mayor Tilman in the film Mississippi Burning, Bill Bowerman in Prefontaine, Sheriff Hoyt in
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre remake, a prison warden in an episode of SpongeBob SquarePants, and John House in House.Ermey hosted two programs on the History Channel: Mail Call, and Lock n’ Load with R. Lee Ermey. He also hosted GunnyTime on the Outdoor Channel.
Kentucky: Johnny Depp
Depp, born and raised in Kentucky is regarded as one of the world’s biggest film stars to this day. Over his long career, he has been nominated for three Academy Awards. He has won the Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild Awards for Best Actor. He is known all over the world for his talents. Sources say that some of the films featuring Depp have grossed over $3.2 billion at the United States box office and over $8 billion worldwide.
How crazy?!He became a teen idol when he got famous for his role in the 1980s television series 21 Jump Street, and is most well known for his roles in the Pirates of the Caribbean series, Alice in Wonderland, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Tourist and much more. Depp has been listed in the 2012 Guinness World Records as the world’s highest paid actor. He’s made over $75 million from his acting alone – he earned it all.
Louisiana: Reese Witherspoon
Reese Witherspoon is an American actress, producer, and entrepreneur. She began her acting career when she was a teenager in her hometwon in Louisiana. Her leading role of Tracy Flick in Election (1999) was nominated for a Golden Globe Award – a real star.Witherspoon’s breakthrough role was when she played Elle Woods in the 2001 film Legally Blonde. Everyone LOVED this movie. For this, she received her second Golden Globe. The following year, she starred in the romantic comedy Sweet Home Alabama.
Later, she starred as character June Carter in Walk the Line, which earned her the Academy Award, Golden Globe Award, BAFTA Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, and Critics Choice Award for Best Actress. What did she not win?! In 2014, she produced the thriller Gone Girl, for which she earned her second Academy Award nomination for Best Actress and a FOURTH Golden Globe nomination. She received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2010.
Maine: Anna Kendrick
Anna Kendrick is an actress and singer, who began her career as a child in theater productions in Maine. Her first big role was when she starred in the 1998 Broadway musical High Society. This production did incredibly well, earning her a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Musical. How cool is that?!Kendrick rose to fame when she starred as Jessica Stanley in The Twilight Saga (2008–12).
These movies were super popular among teens. She got even more famous and caught more attention for starring as Beca Mitchell in the Pitch Perfect film series (2012–2017). Everyone loved her role in this movie. She more recently published a memoir titled Scrappy Little Nobody.
Maryland: Anna Faris
Actress, producer, author, fashion model, podcaster, and occasional singer, Anna Faris rose to fame for her comedic roles. Everyone loved her lead role of Cindy Campbell in the Scary Movie films (2000–06). Around the same time, she appeared in the drama films May (2002), Lost in Translation (2003), and Brokeback Mountain (2005).
Her most known comedies are The Hot Chick (2002), Waiting… (2005), Just Friends (2005) and My Super Ex-Girlfriend (2006).Not only is Faris a great actress, but she also has had voice-over roles in Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009–13) and Alvin and the Chipmunks (2009–15). More recently, she did a voiceover for The Emoji Movie (2017). She hails from Maryland.
Massachusetts: Matt Damon
Actor, film producer and screenwriter Matt Damon is ranked among Forbes magazine’s most wealthy stars. Hailing from Massachusetts, he has received an Academy Award from FIVE nominations, two Golden Globe Awards from eight nominations, and has been nominated for three British Academy Film Awards and six Emmy Awards.
What award has he not been nominated for – seriously!?Damon began his acting career by appearing in high school theater productions in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He made his first professional acting debut in Mystic Pizza (1988). He really rose fame when he wrote and starred in Good Will Hunting and Ben Affleck. In addition to acting, Damon also does voice-over work. He is now the father of four girls.
Michigan: Kristen Bell
Kristen Bell began her acting career at the Tisch School of Arts in New York, far from her hometwon in Michigan. In 2001, she made her Broadway debut. She played Becky Thatcher in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer a. Later, she starred in The Crucible. Bell gained acclaim for her first major role in the series Veronica Mars (2004–07). Her performance she was awarded a Saturn Award for Best Actress on Television.
During her time on Veronica Mars, she also appeared as Mary Lane in Reefer Madness: The Movie Musical (2005). From year 2007 to 2008, she starred in the series Heroes. She has since appeared in a number of comedy films, including Couples Retreat (2009), When in Rome (2010), You Again (2010), and Bad Moms (2016). Bell garnered further fame for voicing Princess Anna in Frozen (2013).
Minnesota: Chris Pratt
Christopher Pratt from Minnesota rose to fame with his television roles, particularly for his role as Andy Dwyer in Parks and Recreation (2009–2015). For this, he was nominated for the Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series. He has notable roles in the movie Zero Dark Thirty(2013), Delivery Man (2013), and Her (2013).
Pratt achieved more fame from his roles in The Lego Movie, Guardians of the Galaxy (2014), Jurassic World, and more. Time named Pratt one of the 100 most influential people in the world. He will voice Emmet in The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part (2019).
Mississippi: Lacey Chabert
Lacey Chabert is an actress, voice actress and singer from Mississipi. She first started up as a child actress with her role as Claudia Salinger in the drama Party of Five(1994–2000). She also was the voice actress for Eliza Thornberry in the series The Wild Thornberrys (1998–2004).
She also used her voice in Family Guy, where she played Meg Griffin. Chabert has appeared in 12 Hallmark Channel movies.
Montana: Michelle Williams
Michelle Williams was born in Kalispell, Montana. She is best known for her work in small films that tend to have a dark theme. She made her film debut in the family film Lassie. From that, she soon started to gain recognition for her leading role in the TV show Dawson’s Creek, which quickly became a huge phenomenon amongst teens. Her breakout film role was her portrayal in Brokeback Mountain.
She shot to stardom and took part in films such as Blue Valentine, Manchester by the Sea, My Week with Marilyn, Shutter Island and Oz the Great and Powerful. In 2017, she starred in two huge films, The Greatest Showman, alongside Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron and Zendaya, and All the Money in the World.
Nebraska: Jaime King
Jaime King was born in Omaha, Nebraska. King was discovered at the age of 14 as a model and appeared in many magazines such as Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar. Eventually, she moved into acting. Her first major role was in Pearl Harbor, and her first starring role was in Bulletproof Monk.
Since then, she appeared in movies such as Sin City and My Bloody Valentine 3D. She also starred in the CW show Hart of Dixie, alongside Rachel Bilson.
Nevada: Jena Malone
Jena Malone was born in Sparks, Nevada. She made her acting debut in the made for TV film Bastard Out of Carolina. She’s known for her roles in Pride & Prejudice and her role as Johanna Mason in The Hunger Games film series.
She’s also an indie pop musician. She’s in two indie bands: Jena Malone and Her Bloodstains and The Shoe.
New Hampshire: Mandy Moore
Mandy Moore was born in Nashua, New Hampshire. She is a singer, songwriter and actress. She came to fame with her single “Candy.” Following the success of her single, her debut album was certified platinum. She began her acting career shortly after her singing career took off. Her breakout role was in the heart-wrenching film A Walk to Remember.
She later voiced Rapunzel in Disney’s Tangled, and song songs on the soundtrack as well. She recently reclaimed her fame with her role as Rebecca in NBC’s critically acclaimed show This Is Us.
New Jersey: Zoe Saldana
Zoe Saldana was born in Passaic, New Jersey. She is an American actress and dancer. Saldana made her acting debut in a single episode of Law & Order. Her film career soon followed with the movie Center Stage and then Crossroads, where starred alongside Britney Spears and Taryn Manning.
Although, Saldana’s breakthrough role was her lead role in Avatar. Avatar is the highest grossing film of all time and there is a sequel that has been in the works for years. Saldana also portrays Gamora in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
