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Springfield, Missouri, is a lively city that has been home to many amazing people! From famous actors and musicians to top athletes and important leaders, lots of talented individuals have lived here or have strong connections to Springfield. This article introduces you to some of these notable people and their cool achievements.

Famous People from Springfield, Missouri

Leaders and Public Servants

Many people from Springfield have become important leaders, helping to shape laws and serve the public.

  • John Ashcroft was a former Attorney General for the United States. This is a very important job, like the country's top lawyer.
  • Matt Blunt served as a former governor of Missouri. His wife, Melanie Blunt, was the former first lady of the state.
  • Roy Blunt was a former U.S. senator, representing Missouri in the national government.
  • Scott Fitzpatrick is currently the State Auditor of Missouri, which means he checks how the state's money is being spent. He was also the State Treasurer of Missouri before that.
  • Billy Long was a former U.S. representative, helping to make laws in Washington D.C.
  • Crystal Quade is a current leader in the Missouri House of Representatives, working on state laws.
  • Betsy Fogle and Alex Riley are also members of the Missouri House of Representatives.

Stars of Stage and Screen

Springfield has also produced many talented people who entertain us through movies, TV shows, and music!

  • Bob Barker was a very famous game show host, best known for The Price is Right.
  • John Goodman is a well-known actor who has been in many popular movies and TV shows. He attended Missouri State University.
  • Lucas Grabeel is an actor and singer, famous for his role in the High School Musical movies.
  • Tess Harper is an actress who graduated from Missouri State University.
  • Melissa Hutchison is a voice actress who has been nominated for awards for her work.
  • Brenda Lee is a famous singer who moved to Springfield when she was 11 years old.
  • Brad Pitt is a globally recognized actor, known for his roles in many blockbuster films.
  • Chappell Roan is a rising singer-songwriter.
  • Cailee Spaeny is an actress who has appeared in films like Vice.
  • Kathleen Turner is an award-winning actress who has won two Golden Globe Awards.
  • Adrienne Wilkinson is an actress who graduated from Kickapoo High School.
  • The Ozark Mountain Daredevils are a popular musical group from the area.
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    Bob Barker was a beloved game show host.

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    Lucas Grabeel starred in High School Musical.

  • Brad Pitt Cannes

    Brad Pitt is a world-famous actor.

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    Kathleen Turner is an award-winning actress.

  • Melissa Hutchison by Gage Skidmore

    Melissa Hutchison is a talented voice actress.

  • Cailee Spaeny (30598174127) (cropped)

    Cailee Spaeny is a rising star in acting.

Sports Heroes

Springfield has also been a training ground for many incredible athletes who have excelled in various sports.

  • Lori Endicott was an Olympic volleyball player at the Atlanta 1996 games.
  • Courtney Frerichs is an Olympic track and field athlete, competing in the Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
  • Gracie Gold is an Olympic figure skater who competed in the Sochi 2014 games and was a two-time U.S. champion.
  • Ryan Howard was a fantastic MLB baseball player, winning the NL Rookie of the Year in 2005 and the 2006 Home Run Derby champion.
  • Jerry Jones is the famous owner of the Dallas Cowboys football team. He worked in Springfield earlier in his career.
  • Stan Musial was a legendary Hall of Fame baseball player for the St. Louis Cardinals. He played for the original Springfield Cardinals team in the late 1930s.
  • Payne Stewart was a professional golfer who won several major championships.
  • Jackie Stiles is known for being the all-time leading scorer in women's college basketball.
  • Anthony Tolliver is an NBA basketball player.

Business Innovators

Springfield has also been home to people who have made a big impact in the world of business.

  • David Glass was the former CEO of Walmart, a huge retail company. He also owned the MLB team, the Kansas City Royals.
  • John Morris is the founder and owner of Bass Pro Shops, a very popular outdoor recreation retailer.
  • Jack Stack is the founder of SRC Holdings, a company known for its unique business practices.

Other Amazing People

Beyond politics, entertainment, sports, and business, Springfield has connections to other remarkable individuals.

  • Jimmie Angel was an aviator who discovered Angel Falls, the world's highest free-falling waterfall, in Venezuela.
  • Edwin P. Hubble was a very important astronomer, famous for the Hubble Space Telescope which is named after him. He was born nearby in Marshfield, Missouri.
  • Janet L. Kavandi is a former NASA astronaut who has traveled to space multiple times.
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