From Spice Girls, to renowned playwrights, to Premier League stars - the city has produced many talented people.
Here are 21 famous people that were born in Leeds.
7. Leigh Francis
Born in Beeston in Leeds, the stand-up comedian and actor is best known for portraying Keith Lemon, along with creating Channel 4’s Bo’ Selecta! And presenting Celebrity Juice. Photo: Shutterstock
8. Gaynor Faye
Soap star Gaynor Faye is the daughter of TV scriptwriter Kay Mellor. She's known for her roles in Coronation Street, Emmerdale and her stage role in Calendar Girls. She lives in Leeds with her two children.
9. Sean Conlon (Five)
Sean Conlon (far right in picture) is best known for being in popular boyband Five. They were formed in 1997 by the same team that managed the Spice Girls. The 'Keep On Moving' singer was born in Horsforth and attended St. Mary's Catholic High School, Menston. Photo: Rosie Hallam/PA.
10. Helen Fielding
Author of Bridget Jones' Diary, Helen Fielding, was born in Morley and educated at Wakefield Girls High School before giving the world Bridget, Daniel Cleaver and Mark Darcy.
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The Leeds-born DJ is now an international name after appearing on Celebs Go Dating and coupling up with Made in Chelsea's Sophie Hermann. The father-of-one, who grew up in Gipton, still lives in Leeds where he also owns The Doll House nightclub in Hirst's Yard. He just released new single 'Didn’t Know
12. Corinne Bailey Rae
Songstress Corinne Bailey Rae was born in Leeds in 1979 and went on to study English language and literature at the University of Leeds. She is married to longtime friend Steve Brown and the couple have two daughters. Photo: Kelsee Becker/Red Light Management.