Yorkshire celebrities: Famous faces from God's Own Country
Well it's the place to be, of course
It's a county not only brimming with beauty, friendly faces and delicious food, it's also a hub for incredible, talented people. So it's no surprise that Yorkshire (aka God's Own Country) has housed some of the most famous people in the world.
We've put together a list of celebrities that you might not know were born in Yorkshire - from giants of the silver screen, to superstar singers, Yorkshire continues to produce star talent.
Check out which famous faces have Yorkshire roots
Dame Judi Dench
Actress Dame Judi Dench is known for her roles in many James Bond films including Casino Royale and Skyfall, as well as The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. Dame Judi was born in York, North Yorkshire.
Angela Griffin
Angela Griffin is an actress from Leeds, West Yorkshire who starred in Emmerdale, but is best known for her role as Fiona Middleton in Coronation Street.
Most recently she appeared in Netflix drama White Lines.
Jeremy Clarkson
Jeremy Clarkson is best-known for presenting Top Gear from October 2002 to March 2015. He was born in Doncaster. South Yorkshire.
The presenter is now the host of ITV's revamped Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?
Jodie Whittaker
Jodie Whittaker shot to fame after her role in Broadchurch, later playing the Doctor in Doctor Who. She's from Skelmanthorpe, West Yorkshire.
Sir Patrick Stewart
Sir Patrick Stewart is an actor, best known for his roles in the X-Men film series as Charles Xavier. He was born in Mirfield, West Yorkshire.
Jimi Mistry
Jimi Mistry is an actor who starred in Blood Diamond and more recently starred in Coronation Street. He's from Scarborough, North Yorkshire.
Michael Palin
Comedian, actor, writer and television presenter, Michael Palin is best known for his role in Monty Python and travel documentaries. Michael was born in Sheffield, South Yorkshire.
Lena Headey
Although she was born in Bermuda and lived in Somerset until she was 11, Games of Thrones actress Lena Headey grew up in Shelley, West Yorkshire.
Mark Addy
Actor Mark Addy is known for playing Roland in A Knight's Tale, since then he has appeared in Game of Thrones and Atlantis. He was born in York, North Yorkshire.
Dominic West
Dominic West is an actor, best known for his role as Jimmy McNulty in The Wire. He is from Sheffield, South Yorkshire.
Leigh Francis (Keith Lemon)
Comedian Leigh Francis is best-known for portraying Keith Lemon and presenting Celebrity Juice. He was born in Leeds, West Yorkshire.
Verity Rushworth
Verity Rushworth starred in Emmerdale as Donna Windsor for 16 years. She's from Bradford, West Yorkshire.
Malcolm McDowell
Actor Malcolm McDowell appeared in A Clockwork Orange back in 1971, since then he has appeared in countless films. Malcolm was born in Leeds, West Yorkshire.
Joanne Froggatt
Joanne Froggatt is well known for her role as maid Anna Bates in beloved TV series Downton Abbey. She was born in Littlebeck, North Yorkshire.
Adrian Edmondson
Actor and comedian Adrian Edmondson is probably best known for his role in The Young Ones. He was born in Bradford, West Yorkshire.