John Stephens facts for kids

John Stephens is a name shared by many different people! This page will help you learn about some of the famous and interesting individuals who have this name.

Entertainment

• John Legend (born John Stephens in 1978) is a very famous American singer, songwriter, and record producer. He has won many awards, including multiple Grammy Awards and even an Oscar! He is known for his soulful music and hit songs like "All of Me."
• John M. Stephens (1932–2015) was an American camera operator and cinematographer. He worked behind the scenes to help create many movies and TV shows.
• John Stephens (TV producer) is an American television producer and screenwriter. He helps bring stories to life on the small screen.
• John Stephens is also a musician who was part of the band Neve.

Politicians

• John Hall Stephens (1847–1924) was a politician from the United States. He served as a U.S. Representative for Texas, meaning he helped make laws for his state in the national government.
• John W. Stephens (1834–1870) was a state senator from North Carolina. A state senator helps create laws for their specific state.

Sports

• John Stephens (American football) (1966–2009) was an American football player. He played as a running back in the National Football League (NFL).
• John Stephens (Australian footballer) (born 1950) is an Australian rules footballer. This sport is very popular in Australia.
• John Stephens (baseball) (born 1979) is an Australian pitcher who played in Major League Baseball (MLB). Pitchers throw the ball in baseball games.
• John Stephens (rugby league) is an English rugby league footballer. Rugby league is a popular sport in England and other countries.
• John Stephens was an Australian tennis player who competed in the 1964 Wimbledon Championships – Men's Singles.

Others

• John Lloyd Stephens (1805–1852) was an American explorer, writer, and diplomat. He is famous for exploring ancient Mayan ruins in Central America and writing about his adventures.
• John Stephens (editor) (1806–1850) was the owner and editor of the South Australian Register, an important newspaper in Australia.
• John William Watson Stephens (1865–1946) was a British parasitologist. A parasitologist studies parasites, which are tiny organisms that live on or in other living things.
• Frank Stephens (advocate) (born John Franklin Stephens in 1981/82) is an American disability advocate, actor, and athlete. He works to promote understanding and inclusion for people with disabilities.

See also

• John Stephen (1934–2004), Scottish clothes designer
• Jonathan Stephens (born 1960), British civil servant
• Jack Stephens (disambiguation)
• John Stevens (disambiguation)
• Stephen Johns (disambiguation)