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Alabama - Octavia Spencer - Spencer was born in Montgomery, AL. You may know her from her award-winning role as Minnie Jackson from ‘The Help’ (2001).

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Alaska - Curt Schilling - Schilling was born in Anchorage, AK. A former baseball pitcher, he played for the Diamondbacks, the Red Sox, and the Phillies, bringing them to the World Series in 1993.

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Arizona - Stevie Nicks - Nicks was born in Phoenix, AZ. Referred to by some as the “Queen of Rock and Roll,” she was the lead singer for Fleetwood Mac.

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Arkansas - Ne-Yo - Ne-Yo is a singer born in Camden, AK. Some of his popular songs include ‘Let Me Love You’ (2012) and ‘So Sick’ (2005).

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California - Katy Perry - Perry was born in Santa Barbara, CA. She is one of the most popular singers of today, with songs like ‘Swish Swish’ (2017) and ‘Chained to the Rhythm’ (2017).

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Colorado - Trey Parker - Parker was born in Conifer, CO. He is the co-creator of both ‘South Park’ and ‘The Book of Mormon.’

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Connecticut - Glenn Close - Close was born in Greenwich, CT. Her film career spans decades, including films like ‘Fatal Attraction’ (1987), ‘101 Dalmatians’ (1996), and more recently, ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ (2014).

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Delaware - Ryan Phillippe - Phillippe was born in New Castle, DE. In addition to a film career, he also stars in the series, ‘Shooter.’

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Florida - Eva Mendes - Mendes was born in Miami, FL. She has numerous films under her belt, including ‘2 Fast 2 Furious’ (2003) and ‘Hitch’ (2005).

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Georgia - Dakota Fanning - Fanning was born in Conyers, GA. Her breakout role came from ‘I Am Sam’ (2001), which made her the youngest nominee for a SAG award.

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Hawaii - Auli'i Cravalho - Cravalho was born in Kohala, HI. Though you may not know her name, you certainly know her voice. She voices Moana, from Disney’s recent film.

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Idaho - Aaron Paul - Paul was born in Emmett, ID. He first came on the acting scene with his role on the series ‘Big Love’ on HBO.

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Illinois - Bill Murray - Murray was born in Evanston, IL. Murray is an icon in the film industry after movies like ‘Caddy Shack’ (1980) and ‘Ghostbusters’ (1984).

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Indiana - Greg Kinnear - Kinnear was born in Logansport, IN. You may know him from his role as the father in the award-winning film, ‘Little Miss Sunshine’ (2006).

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Iowa - Elijah Wood - Wood was born in Cedar Rapids, IA. He is best known for his work as the determined hobbit, Frodo, in ‘The Lord of the Rings’ trilogy.

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Kansas - Martina McBride - McBride was born in Sharon, KS. She came onto the country scene in 1992 with her hit ‘The Time Has Come,’ and has been producing chart-toppers ever since.

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Kentucky - Jennifer Lawrence - Lawrence was born in Indian Hills, KY. She is one of the hottest actresses today, and is definitely more than just Katniss Everdeen from ‘The Hunger Games’ franchise.

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Louisiana - Reese Witherspoon - Witherspoon was born in New Orleans, LA. The perennial Elle Woods had a viral speech this year from the Woman of the Year awards, about getting more female lead roles in the film industry.

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Maine - Stephen King - King was born in Sallisaw, OK. He is one of the most-recognized horror authors, and his book, ‘IT,’ got its second film adaptation this year.

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Maryland - David Hasselhoff - Hasselhoff was born in Baltimore, MD. Though many may think he’s German due to his huge popularity there, the Baywatch star was actually born and raised in the US!

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Massachusetts - Mindy Kaling - Kaling was born in Cambridge, MA. The actress, writer, and comedian was a regular on ‘The Office,’ and had her own comedy show, ‘The Mindy Project,’ that finished in 2017.

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Michigan - Madonna - Madonna was born in Bay City, MI. The “Queen of Pop” has been a pivotal part of the music scene since the early 1980s.

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Minnesota - Prince - Prince was born in Minneapolis, MN. This incredibly influential singer is one of the best-selling musicians of all time. He passed away in 2016.

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Mississippi - Britney Spears - Spears was born in McComb, MS. As the idol for many 90s children, almost everyone knows the words to ‘Oops!... I Did It Again.’

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Missouri - Don Cheadle - Cheadle was born in Kansas City, MO. Cheadle has many movies under his belt, and we can look forward to seeing him in the upcoming ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ (2018).

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Montana - Jesse Tyler Ferguson - Ferguson was born in Missoula, MT. He is best known for his role as Mitchell in ‘Modern Family.’

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Nebraska - Hilary Swank - Swank was born in Lincoln, NE. You may remember her for her critically acclaimed role of Maggie Fitzgerald in 'Million Dollar Baby’ (2004).

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Nevada - Jena Malone - Malone was born in Sparks, NV. She has been in cult films, such as ‘Donnie Darko,’ and recently had a much more mainstream role in ‘The Hunger Games.’

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New Hampshire - Sarah Silverman - Silverman was born in Bedford, NH. One of the few comedians on this list, Silverman is known for her stand-up shows involving controversial topics.

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New Jersey - Meryl Streep - Streep was born in Summit, NJ. One of the best actresses around, her numerous film roles have been nominated for Academy Awards a whopping 20 times.

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New Mexico - Demi Moore - Moore was born in Hailey, ID. The movie that shot her into the limelight was ‘About Last Night…’ (1986), starring alongside a young Rob Lowe.

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New York - Robert Downey Jr. - RDJ was born in NYC (which seems apt). A career spanning decades, he is now in the public eye as Iron Man.

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North Carolina - Zach Galifianakis - Galifianakis is from Wilkesboro, NC. Many know him (and quote him) from his role in ‘The Hangover’ trilogy.

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North Dakota - Wiz Khalifa - Wiz Khalifa was born in Minot, ND. A rapper, he released the incredibly popular song ‘See You Again’ in 2015.

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Ohio - Steven Spielberg - Spielberg was born in Cincinnati, OH. Arguably one of the most famous directors, he has been nominated for 16 Academy Awards, and won 3 of them.

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Oklahoma - Carrie Underwood - Underwood was born in Muskogee, OK. The fourth winner of ‘American Idol,’ the country star has become extremely successful.

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Oregon - River Phoenix - Phoenix was born in Madras, OR. Despite his early death in 1993, Phoenix is remembered for his popular role in ‘Stand By Me’ (1986), among others.

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Pennsylvania - Will Smith - Smith was born in Philadelphia, PA. The eternal Fresh Prince was ranked as the most bankable star by Forbes in 2004.

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Rhode Island - Damien Chazelle - Chazelle was born in Providence, RI. Though you may not recognize him, you definitely know his work. He directed the smash hit, ‘La La Land’ (2017).

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South Carolina - Viola Davis - Davis was born in St. Matthews, SC. The actress is on the big screen and the small, with her roles in ‘Fences’ (2016) and ‘How to Get Away with Murder.’

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South Dakota - Amy Hill - Hill was born in Deadwood, SD. Not as well known as some on the list, you may recognize her from ‘50 First Dates’ (2004), or from her various voice roles.

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Tennessee - Morgan Freeman - Freeman was born in Memphis, TN. He is the fourth highest-grossing box office star, according to Box Office Mojo.

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Texas - Matthew McConaughey - McConaughey was born in Uvalde, TX. He first came onto the film scene with his 1993 role in ‘Dazed and Confused.’

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Utah - Julianne Hough - Hough is from Orem, UT. She is a woman of many traits, including acting and singing, but is best known for her dancing on ‘Dancing with the Stars.’

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Vermont - Damon Wayans Jr. - Wayans was born in Huntington, VT. He is best known for his roles in the series ‘Happy Endings’ and ‘New Girl,’ though he also voiced Wasabi, from ‘Big Hero 6.’

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Virginia - Rob Lowe - Lowe was born in Charlottesville, VA. His film career spans 34 years, though his role in ‘The West Wing’ may be his most iconic.

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Washington - Macklemore - Macklemore was born in Seattle, WA. The rapper blew up the radio with ‘Thrift Shop,’ the song of the year for Billboard in 2013.

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West Virginia - John Corbett - Corbett was born in Wheeling, WV. Many may just know him by his character’s name from the ‘Sex and the City’ series, Aiden.

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Wisconsin - Willem Dafoe - Dafoe was born in Appleton, WI. An amazing actor, his breakout year was in 1986, with the film ‘Platoon.’

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Wyoming - Scott Avett - Avett was born in Cheyenne, WY. He is one of the lead singers of the folk-rock band, The Avett Brothers.

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