There's a treasure trove of homegrown talent in the city, from icons of the silver screen to talented playwrights and athletic titans.
From acting to politics, each of them has left an indelible mark on their chosen field, proving the influence of this Yorkshire city.
Here's the full list -
19. James Milner
Wortley-born footballer James Milner played most of his childhood football for Westbrook Lane Primary School in Horsforth, before his impressive career with Leeds United and other clubs. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
20. Damien Hirst
Enfant terrible of the 90s art world, Damien Hirst knocked the stuffiness out of British art galleries with his shocking installations, which included a shark stored in a tank filled with formaldehyde and a skull encrusted with more than 8,000 diamonds. He grew up in Leeds and attended Allerton Grange School. | Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images Photo: Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images
21. Liz Truss
Politician Liz Truss, the country's shortest serving Prime Minister, moved to Leeds with her family in 1980s. She attended Roundhay School. | Carl Court/Getty Images Photo: Carl Court/Getty Images
22. Gabby Logan
Accomplished sports presenter and former athlete Gabby Logan is renowned for her expertise in broadcasting. She was born in Leeds and attended both Cardinal Heenan High School and Notre Dame Sixth Form College. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
23. Alistair Brownlee
Alistair Brownlee has clinched multiple Olympic and World Championship titles in triathlon. He studied Sports Science and Physiology at the University of Leeds. | Bruce Rollinson Photo: Alistair Brownlee
24. Jeremy Paxman
Renowned journalist Jeremy Paxman is best known for interrogating politicians on BBC programme Newsnight, as well as for presenting University Challenge. He was born in Leeds and in 1999 returned to the city to pick up an honorary doctorate by the University of Leeds. He is also a supporter of Leeds United. | Yui Mok/PA Wire Photo: Yui Mok/PA Wire