From sports stars to singers, comedians to television personalities, Leeds has been the birthplace and stomping ground of many a talented individual who has gone on to make the grade.
We asked our readers who their favourite celebrities were from the city and received over 300 replies.
Check out some of the answers in our gallery below:
Check out some of the answers in our gallery below:
7. Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield
While neither man was born in Leeds, the local faithful have been more than happy to adopt them as Leeds heroes due to their exploits while playing together for the Leeds Rhinos and their incredible fundraising efforts since Rob was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2019. Photo: simon dewhurst
8. Chris Moyles
Radio DJ Chris Moyles also got a shout out as the favourite celebrity of a number of Leeds residents. Photo: Ian West
9. Nicola Adams
The double Olympic champion Nicola Adams was another favourite among our readership. Photo: James Hardisty
10. Ernie Wise
Another favourite from the world of comedy, Ernie Wise was another frequent pick among readers. Born in Leeds, he would perform locally from as young as seven years old before reaching iconic status alongside Eric Morecambe on British Television. Photo: Evening Standard
11. Kay Mellor
Kay Mellor, creator of the hit TV series Band of Gold, was highlighted as a "brilliant author and playwright" by a number of residents. Photo: Joan Russell/Guzelian
12. Erling Haaland
While it may have been partly tongue-in-cheek, a select few readers pointed to Manchester City star and goal scoring phenomenon Erling Haaland, who was born in Leeds when his dad Alfie played in the city before growing up in his native Norway. Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd