Although many have moved elsewhere in the world, these nine stars are proud to call the city their home.
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7. Josh Warrington
Leeds' very own boxing superstar Josh Warrington still lives in the city with his wife Natasha and his two twin girls. Warrington is a huge fan of both Leeds United and Leeds Rhinos. He won the IBF world champion title after beating Lee Selby in a match at Elland Road back in 2018.
8. Gaynor Faye
Actress Gaynor Faye is known for her roles in Coronation Street, Emmerdale and being the winner of the first ever Dancing on Ice. Faye, who is the daughter of TV scriptwriter Kay Mellor, still lives with her partner Mark and her two children in Leeds.
9. Kay Mellor
Kay Mellor, mother to actress Gaynor Faye and successful TV scriptwriter, still lives in Leeds with her husband Anthony. Mellor is known for works such as Fat Friends, Playing the Field and Band of Gold.