SettingsPeople from Jackson, Mississippi
Adam Klein
George "Adam" Klein IV (born November 29, 1988 in Jackson, Mississippi) is an American swimmer.
George "Adam" Klein IV (born November 29, 1988 in Jackson, Mississippi) is an American swimmer.
Adina Hoffman
Adina Hoffman is an American essayist, critic, and literary biographer.
Adina Hoffman is an American essayist, critic, and literary biographer.
Al Goodman (singer)
Willie Albert "Al" Goodman (March 30, 1943 – July 27, 2010) was an American singer who performed as part of the musical trio Ray, Goodman & Brown, a group that was earlier called The Momen...
Willie Albert "Al" Goodman (March 30, 1943 – July 27, 2010) was an American singer who performed as part of the musical trio Ray, Goodman & Brown, a group that was earlier called The Momen...
Alice Brown (athlete)
Alice Regina Brown (born September 20, 1960 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a retired American sprinter.
Alice Regina Brown (born September 20, 1960 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a retired American sprinter.
Alonzo Bradley
Alonzo Bradley (born October 16, 1953 in Utica, Mississippi) is a retired American basketball player.
Alonzo Bradley (born October 16, 1953 in Utica, Mississippi) is a retired American basketball player.
Alvin McKinley
Alvin Jerome McKinley is a former American football defensive tackle who is currently a free agent.
Alvin Jerome McKinley is a former American football defensive tackle who is currently a free agent.
Andrew H. Longino
Andrew Houston Longino (May 16, 1854 – February 24, 1942) was a Mississippi politician who served as a Democrat in the State Senate (1880-1884), the U.S. District Attorney's (1888-1890), and Gov...
Andrew Houston Longino (May 16, 1854 – February 24, 1942) was a Mississippi politician who served as a Democrat in the State Senate (1880-1884), the U.S. District Attorney's (1888-1890), and Gov...
Anthony Dixon
Anthony Rishard Dixon is an American football running back for the San Francisco 49ers.
Anthony Rishard Dixon is an American football running back for the San Francisco 49ers.
Antonio Gibson
Antonio Maurice Gibson (born July 5, 1962 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football player who played safety for five seasons for the New Orleans Saints.
Antonio Maurice Gibson (born July 5, 1962 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football player who played safety for five seasons for the New Orleans Saints.
Audie Norris
Audie James Norris (born December 18, 1960, in Jackson, Mississippi) is a retired American professional basketball player.
Audie James Norris (born December 18, 1960, in Jackson, Mississippi) is a retired American professional basketball player.
Beth Henley
Elizabeth Becker "Beth" Henley is an American dramatist and actress.
Elizabeth Becker "Beth" Henley is an American dramatist and actress.
Billy Kinard
William Russell Kinard (born December 16, 1933) is a former American football player and coach.
William Russell Kinard (born December 16, 1933) is a former American football player and coach.
Bob Gaddis
Robert C. (Bob) Gaddis (born January 20, 1952 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football wide receiver.
Robert C. (Bob) Gaddis (born January 20, 1952 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football wide receiver.
Bobby V
Bobby Wilson (born on February 27, 1980), better known by his stage name Bobby V (previously known as Bobby Valentino), is an American recording artist (his nickname being "Valentino...
Bobby Wilson (born on February 27, 1980), better known by his stage name Bobby V (previously known as Bobby Valentino), is an American recording artist (his nickname being "Valentino...
Buddy Alliston
Vaughn Samuel "Buddy" Alliston Jr. (born December 14, 1933 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former American football linebacker.
Vaughn Samuel "Buddy" Alliston Jr. (born December 14, 1933 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former American football linebacker.
Byron De La Beckwith
Byron De La Beckwith, Jr. was an American white supremacist and Klansman from Greenwood, Mississippi who was convicted in the 1994 state trial of assassinating the civil rights leader Medgar Eve...
Byron De La Beckwith, Jr. was an American white supremacist and Klansman from Greenwood, Mississippi who was convicted in the 1994 state trial of assassinating the civil rights leader Medgar Eve...
Carlton W. Reeves
Carlton Wayne Reeves is a United States district judge on the United States District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi.
Carlton Wayne Reeves is a United States district judge on the United States District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi.
Carson Whitsett
Carson Whitsett (May 1, 1945, Jackson, Mississippi – May 8, 2007, Nashville, Tennessee) was an American keyboardist, songwriter, and record producer.
Carson Whitsett (May 1, 1945, Jackson, Mississippi – May 8, 2007, Nashville, Tennessee) was an American keyboardist, songwriter, and record producer.
Cassandra Wilson
Cassandra Wilson is an American jazz musician, vocalist, songwriter, and producer from Jackson, Mississippi.
Cassandra Wilson is an American jazz musician, vocalist, songwriter, and producer from Jackson, Mississippi.
Cat Cora
Catherine "Cat" Cora is a Greek-American professional chef best known for her featured role as an "Iron Chef" on the Food Network television show Iron Chef America and as co-host...
Catherine "Cat" Cora is a Greek-American professional chef best known for her featured role as an "Iron Chef" on the Food Network television show Iron Chef America and as co-host...
Charles Clark (judge)
Charles Clark was a federal judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit from Mississippi.
Charles Clark was a federal judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit from Mississippi.
Charles Henry Thompson
Charles Henry Thompson was the first African American to obtain a doctoral degree in educational psychology.
Charles Henry Thompson was the first African American to obtain a doctoral degree in educational psychology.
Charlie Anderson
Charlie Alexander Anderson is an American football linebacker who is currently a free agent.
Charlie Alexander Anderson is an American football linebacker who is currently a free agent.
Chris Brown (baseball)
John Christopher Brown was an American third baseman in Major League Baseball during the 1980s, most notably with the San Francisco Giants.
John Christopher Brown was an American third baseman in Major League Baseball during the 1980s, most notably with the San Francisco Giants.
Chris Maloney
James Christopher Maloney is the first-base coach for the St. Louis Cardinals of Major League Baseball.
James Christopher Maloney is the first-base coach for the St. Louis Cardinals of Major League Baseball.
Cornell Warner
Cornell Warner is an American former professional basketball player.
Cornell Warner is an American former professional basketball player.
Curt Ford
Curtis Glenn Ford (born October 11, 1960 in Jackson, Mississippi), is a former professional baseball player who played in the Major Leagues from 1985-1990.
Curtis Glenn Ford (born October 11, 1960 in Jackson, Mississippi), is a former professional baseball player who played in the Major Leagues from 1985-1990.
Cynthia Geary
Cynthia Geary (b. March 21, 1965, Jackson, Mississippi) is an American actress best known for her role as Shelly Tambo in the television series Northern Exposure.
Cynthia Geary (b. March 21, 1965, Jackson, Mississippi) is an American actress best known for her role as Shelly Tambo in the television series Northern Exposure.
David Banner
Lavell Crump, better known by his stage name David Banner, is an American rapper, record producer, and occasional actor.
Lavell Crump, better known by his stage name David Banner, is an American rapper, record producer, and occasional actor.
David Blount
David Blount is a Democratic member of the Mississippi Senate, representing the 29th District since 2008.
David Blount is a Democratic member of the Mississippi Senate, representing the 29th District since 2008.
David Dickson (politician)
David Dickson (March 22, 1794 – July 31, 1836) was a U.S. Representative from Mississippi.
David Dickson (March 22, 1794 – July 31, 1836) was a U.S. Representative from Mississippi.
Deacon Turner
David Lee "Deacon" Turner was a former professional American football running back in the National Football League.
David Lee "Deacon" Turner was a former professional American football running back in the National Football League.
Dee Brown (basketball, born 1984)
Daniel Brown is an American professional basketball player currently playing for Piratas de Quebradillas in Puerto Rico.
Daniel Brown is an American professional basketball player currently playing for Piratas de Quebradillas in Puerto Rico.
Delbert Hosemann
Delbert Hosemann, Jr. (born June 30, 1947 in Vicksburg, Mississippi) is the Republican Secretary of State of Mississippi.
Delbert Hosemann, Jr. (born June 30, 1947 in Vicksburg, Mississippi) is the Republican Secretary of State of Mississippi.
Dent May
Dent May is an American musician, based in Taylor, Mississippi.
Dent May is an American musician, based in Taylor, Mississippi.
Dick Griffin
Dick Griffin is an American trombonist known for his work in free jazz, especially with Rahsaan Roland Kirk, the Sun Ra Arkestra, and Charles Mingus.
Dick Griffin is an American trombonist known for his work in free jazz, especially with Rahsaan Roland Kirk, the Sun Ra Arkestra, and Charles Mingus.
Dorothy Moore
Dorothy Moore (born 13 October 1946, Jackson, Mississippi) is an American pop, R&B, and soul singer best known for her 1976 hit song, "Misty Blue".
Dorothy Moore (born 13 October 1946, Jackson, Mississippi) is an American pop, R&B, and soul singer best known for her 1976 hit song, "Misty Blue".
Dorothy Vest
Dorothy Crowe Vest was a female tennis player from Jackson, Mississippi.
Dorothy Crowe Vest was a female tennis player from Jackson, Mississippi.
Doug Kenna
Doug Kenna (born June 11, 1924) was an American football player.
Doug Kenna (born June 11, 1924) was an American football player.
Doug Russell
Doug Russell was the host of The Doug and Mike Show weekday mornings from 5a-9a CDT on WSSP in Milwaukee.
Doug Russell was the host of The Doug and Mike Show weekday mornings from 5a-9a CDT on WSSP in Milwaukee.
E. Grady Jolly
E. Grady Jolly (born 1937, Louisville, Mississippi) is a judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
E. Grady Jolly (born 1937, Louisville, Mississippi) is a judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
Ed Gordon (athlete)
Ed Gordon (Edward Lansing Gordon, Jr.; July 1, 1908 – September 5, 1971) was an American athlete, who competed mainly in the long jump.
Ed Gordon (Edward Lansing Gordon, Jr.; July 1, 1908 – September 5, 1971) was an American athlete, who competed mainly in the long jump.
Edwin Hale
Edwin Hale was an American football player who was elected to the College Football Hall of Fame.
Edwin Hale was an American football player who was elected to the College Football Hall of Fame.
Eric Tillman
Eric Tillman (born in Jackson, Mississippi) is the general manager of the Edmonton Eskimos of the Canadian Football League.
Eric Tillman (born in Jackson, Mississippi) is the general manager of the Edmonton Eskimos of the Canadian Football League.
Erick Dampier
Erick Travez Dampier is an American professional basketball player who plays for the Atlanta Hawks of the National Basketball Association.
Erick Travez Dampier is an American professional basketball player who plays for the Atlanta Hawks of the National Basketball Association.
Ernestine Wade
Ernestine Wade (August 7, 1906 – April 15, 1983) was an African American actress who is best known for playing the role of Sapphire Stevens on the radio and television program Amos 'n Andy.
Ernestine Wade (August 7, 1906 – April 15, 1983) was an African American actress who is best known for playing the role of Sapphire Stevens on the radio and television program Amos 'n Andy.
Ethelbert Barksdale
Ethelbert Barksdale was a U.S. Representative from Mississippi, as well as a member of the Confederate States Congress during the American Civil War.
Ethelbert Barksdale was a U.S. Representative from Mississippi, as well as a member of the Confederate States Congress during the American Civil War.
Eudora Welty
Eudora Alice Welty was an American author of short stories and novels about the American South.
Eudora Alice Welty was an American author of short stories and novels about the American South.
Fred Knoblock
Fred Knoblock (born J. Fred Knobloch, April 28, 1953, Jackson, Mississippi) is an American country singer-songwriter.
Fred Knoblock (born J. Fred Knobloch, April 28, 1953, Jackson, Mississippi) is an American country singer-songwriter.
Fred Smoot
Fredrick Duayne Smoot is a former American college and professional football player who was a defensive back in the National Football League for nine seasons.
Fredrick Duayne Smoot is a former American college and professional football player who was a defensive back in the National Football League for nine seasons.
Freddie Waits
Freddie Douglas Waits (born April 27, 1943 in Jackson, Mississippi; died November 18, 1989 in New York City) was a hard bop and post-bop drummer.
Freddie Douglas Waits (born April 27, 1943 in Jackson, Mississippi; died November 18, 1989 in New York City) was a hard bop and post-bop drummer.
Freeman McNeil
Freeman McNeil (born April 22, 1959 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football player who was selected by the New York Jets in the 1st round (3rd overall) of the 1981 NF...
Freeman McNeil (born April 22, 1959 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football player who was selected by the New York Jets in the 1st round (3rd overall) of the 1981 NF...
G. C. Cameron
George Curtis "G.C." Cameron (born September 21, 1945 in Jackson, Mississippi) is an American soul and R&B singer.
George Curtis "G.C." Cameron (born September 21, 1945 in Jackson, Mississippi) is an American soul and R&B singer.
George Adams (judge)
George Adams was an American lawyer and political figure who.
George Adams was an American lawyer and political figure who.
George Poindexter
George Poindexter (1779 September 5, 1853) was an American politician, lawyer and judge from Mississippi.
George Poindexter (1779 September 5, 1853) was an American politician, lawyer and judge from Mississippi.
Ginny Owens
Virginia Leigh Owens (born April 22, 1975) is a Contemporary Christian music singer/songwriter.
Virginia Leigh Owens (born April 22, 1975) is a Contemporary Christian music singer/songwriter.
Gregg Harper
Gregory "Gregg" Harper (born June 1, 1956) is the U.S. Representative for, serving since 2009.
Gregory "Gregg" Harper (born June 1, 1956) is the U.S. Representative for, serving since 2009.
Guy Hovis
Guy Lee Hovis, Jr., is an American-born singer who, along with his former wife, Ralna English of West Texas, was one of the featured acts of television's The Lawrence Welk Show.
Guy Lee Hovis, Jr., is an American-born singer who, along with his former wife, Ralna English of West Texas, was one of the featured acts of television's The Lawrence Welk Show.
Harry Kelly (basketball)
Harry "Machine Gun" Kelly (born in Jackson, Mississippi, United States) is a former American college basketball player.
Harry "Machine Gun" Kelly (born in Jackson, Mississippi, United States) is a former American college basketball player.
Harvey Catchings
Harvey Lee Catchings is an American former professional basketball player in the NBA.
Harvey Lee Catchings is an American former professional basketball player in the NBA.
Helen Derr
Helen Elizabeth Clark Derr (December 17, 1918–June 21, 2011) was a nationally recognized journalist, religion writer, and editor during a career at the Alexandria Daily Town Talk that ...
Helen Elizabeth Clark Derr (December 17, 1918–June 21, 2011) was a nationally recognized journalist, religion writer, and editor during a career at the Alexandria Daily Town Talk that ...
Henry Sampson (inventor)
Henry Thomas Sampson, Jr. is an American inventor.
Henry Thomas Sampson, Jr. is an American inventor.
Hip Linkchain
Hip Linkchain was an American Chicago blues guitarist, singer and songwriter.
Hip Linkchain was an American Chicago blues guitarist, singer and songwriter.
Hollis Watkins
Hollis Watkins is an activist who was a participant in Mississippi’s Civil Rights movement during the 1960s.
Hollis Watkins is an activist who was a participant in Mississippi’s Civil Rights movement during the 1960s.
Jackie Slater
Jackie Ray Slater (born May 27, 1954, in Jackson, Mississippi) is a retired NFL offensive tackle who played his entire 20-year career with the Rams organization, playing 19 seasons for the Rams ...
Jackie Ray Slater (born May 27, 1954, in Jackson, Mississippi) is a retired NFL offensive tackle who played his entire 20-year career with the Rams organization, playing 19 seasons for the Rams ...
Jamaa Fanaka
Jamaa Fanaka is an American filmmaker.
Jamaa Fanaka is an American filmmaker.
James O'Donnell Bennett
James O'Donnell Bennett was born in Jackson, Michigan in 1870 and became a journalist and author while living in Chicago, Illinois.
James O'Donnell Bennett was born in Jackson, Michigan in 1870 and became a journalist and author while living in Chicago, Illinois.
James Robinson (basketball)
James "Hollywood" Robinson (born August 31, 1970 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former American professional basketball player, most notably in the NBA.
James "Hollywood" Robinson (born August 31, 1970 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former American professional basketball player, most notably in the NBA.
Jayme Mitchell
Jayme Dondrell Mitchell (born March 15, 1984) is an American football defensive end who is currently a free agent.
Jayme Dondrell Mitchell (born March 15, 1984) is an American football defensive end who is currently a free agent.
Jearld Baylis
Jearld Baylis was a star defensive lineman in the Canadian Football League.
Jearld Baylis was a star defensive lineman in the Canadian Football League.
Jeff Fields
Jeff Fields (born July 3, 1967 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a retired professional football player who played two games as a defensive tackle with the National Football League's Carolina Panthers.
Jeff Fields (born July 3, 1967 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a retired professional football player who played two games as a defensive tackle with the National Football League's Carolina Panthers.
Jerious Norwood
Jerious Montreal Norwood is an American football running back for the St. Louis Rams of the National Football League.
Jerious Montreal Norwood is an American football running back for the St. Louis Rams of the National Football League.
Jim Harvey (American football)
James Britton Harvey, Jr. (born August 20, 1943 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football player who played guard for six seasons for the Oakland Raiders.
James Britton Harvey, Jr. (born August 20, 1943 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football player who played guard for six seasons for the Oakland Raiders.
Jim Steels
James Earl Steels (born May 30, 1961) was an outfielder in Major League Baseball.
James Earl Steels (born May 30, 1961) was an outfielder in Major League Baseball.
Jimmy Hart
James "Jimmy" Ray Hart is a professional wrestling manager, executive, composer, and musician currently signed with WWE. He is best known for his work in the World Wrestling Federation and World...
James "Jimmy" Ray Hart is a professional wrestling manager, executive, composer, and musician currently signed with WWE. He is best known for his work in the World Wrestling Federation and World...
Jimmy Smith (wide receiver)
Jimmy Lee Smith (born February 9, 1969 in Detroit, Michigan) is a former American football wide receiver in the National Football League for the Dallas Cowboys and Jacksonville Jaguars.
Jimmy Lee Smith (born February 9, 1969 in Detroit, Michigan) is a former American football wide receiver in the National Football League for the Dallas Cowboys and Jacksonville Jaguars.
Jimmy Webb (American football)
James Rogers Webb (born April 13, 1952 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former American football defensive lineman who played seven seasons in the National Football League.
James Rogers Webb (born April 13, 1952 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former American football defensive lineman who played seven seasons in the National Football League.
Joanne Aluka
Joanne Aluka (born April 26, 1979 in Jackson, Mississippi, United States) is a Nigerian American women's basketball player.
Joanne Aluka (born April 26, 1979 in Jackson, Mississippi, United States) is a Nigerian American women's basketball player.
Joe Courtney (basketball)
Joseph Pierre Courtney is an American former professional basketball player in the NBA.
Joseph Pierre Courtney is an American former professional basketball player in the NBA.
John Arthur Eaves
John Arthur Eaves, Jr. (born September 6, 1966) is a personal injury lawyer who was the unsuccessful Democratic Party nominee in the 2007 general election for Governor of Mississippi.
John Arthur Eaves, Jr. (born September 6, 1966) is a personal injury lawyer who was the unsuccessful Democratic Party nominee in the 2007 general election for Governor of Mississippi.
John C. Stennis
John Cornelius Stennis (August 3, 1901 April 23, 1995) was a U.S. Senator from the state of Mississippi.
John Cornelius Stennis (August 3, 1901 April 23, 1995) was a U.S. Senator from the state of Mississippi.
John Fortenberry
John Fortenberry is an American film and television director.
John Fortenberry is an American film and television director.
John Thompson (American football tight end)
John Thompson is a former tight end in the National Football League.
John Thompson is a former tight end in the National Football League.
John Wilkerson
John Wilkerson (born 1977) is an American guitarist, musician and artist based in Portland, Oregon.
John Wilkerson (born 1977) is an American guitarist, musician and artist based in Portland, Oregon.
John Williams (offensive lineman)
John McKay Williams (born October 27, 1947 in Jackson, Mississippi) was a National Football League offensive lineman from 1968 through 1979.
John McKay Williams (born October 27, 1947 in Jackson, Mississippi) was a National Football League offensive lineman from 1968 through 1979.
Joseph Nunzio Latino
Joseph Nunzio Latino (born 21 October 1937) is the current Roman Catholic Bishop of Jackson (Mississippi, USA).
Joseph Nunzio Latino (born 21 October 1937) is the current Roman Catholic Bishop of Jackson (Mississippi, USA).
Justin Reed
Justin Michael Reed is an American professional basketball player, in the small forward position.
Justin Michael Reed is an American professional basketball player, in the small forward position.
Kendell Watkins
Kendell Mario Watkins (born March 8, 1973 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football Tight end in the National Football League.
Kendell Mario Watkins (born March 8, 1973 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football Tight end in the National Football League.
Kirk Fordice
Daniel Kirkwood "Kirk" Fordice, Jr. (February 10, 1934 – September 7, 2004) was a politician from the US state of Mississippi.
Daniel Kirkwood "Kirk" Fordice, Jr. (February 10, 1934 – September 7, 2004) was a politician from the US state of Mississippi.
Kyle Carpenter
Lance Corporal Kyle Carpenter, United States Marine Corps, is a nominee for the award of the Medal of Honor for his actions in combat near Marjah, Helmand Province, Afghanistan on November 21, 2010.
Lance Corporal Kyle Carpenter, United States Marine Corps, is a nominee for the award of the Medal of Honor for his actions in combat near Marjah, Helmand Province, Afghanistan on November 21, 2010.
Lancaster Gordon
Lancaster Gordon (born June 24, 1962, in Jackson, Mississippi, United States) is a retired American professional basketball player who was selected by the Los Angeles Clippers in the 1st round ...
Lancaster Gordon (born June 24, 1962, in Jackson, Mississippi, United States) is a retired American professional basketball player who was selected by the Los Angeles Clippers in the 1st round ...
Larry Friday
Lawrence D. "Larry" Friday (born January 23, 1958 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football defensive back in the National Football League.
Lawrence D. "Larry" Friday (born January 23, 1958 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football defensive back in the National Football League.
Larry Hoover
Larry Hoover was the leader of the Chicago street gang called Gangster Disciples outside of northern Illinois and Indiana.
Larry Hoover was the leader of the Chicago street gang called Gangster Disciples outside of northern Illinois and Indiana.
Larry Porter
Larry Porter is the former head coach of the Memphis Tigers football team.
Larry Porter is the former head coach of the Memphis Tigers football team.
Lawrence R. Ellzey
Lawrence Russell Ellzey (March 20, 1891 - December 7, 1977) was a U.S. Representative from Mississippi.
Lawrence Russell Ellzey (March 20, 1891 - December 7, 1977) was a U.S. Representative from Mississippi.
Lehman Engel
Lehman Engel (born September 14, 1910, Jackson, Mississippi; died August 29, 1982, New York City) was an American composer and conductor of Broadway musicals, television and film.
Lehman Engel (born September 14, 1910, Jackson, Mississippi; died August 29, 1982, New York City) was an American composer and conductor of Broadway musicals, television and film.
Lillian McMurry
Lillian Shedd McMurry (December 30, 1921 - March 18, 1999) was an American record producer, influential in the development of blues music.
Lillian Shedd McMurry (December 30, 1921 - March 18, 1999) was an American record producer, influential in the development of blues music.
Little Johnny Jones (pianist)
Little Johnny Jones was an American Chicago blues pianist and singer, best known for his work with Tampa Red, Muddy Waters and Elmore James.
Little Johnny Jones was an American Chicago blues pianist and singer, best known for his work with Tampa Red, Muddy Waters and Elmore James.
Marcus Winn
Marcus Winn is an American football defensive back who currently plays for the Bloomington Extreme of the Indoor Football League.
Marcus Winn is an American football defensive back who currently plays for the Bloomington Extreme of the Indoor Football League.
Maurice Carter (basketball)
Maurice Carter (born October 12, 1976 in Jackson, Mississippi) is an American former professional basketball player.
Maurice Carter (born October 12, 1976 in Jackson, Mississippi) is an American former professional basketball player.
McKinley Mitchell
McKinley Mitchell (December 25, 1934 – January 18, 1986) was an American Chicago-based soul-blues and rhythm and blues singer, who started out performing gospel music.
McKinley Mitchell (December 25, 1934 – January 18, 1986) was an American Chicago-based soul-blues and rhythm and blues singer, who started out performing gospel music.
Medford Bryan Evans
Medford Bryan Evans (1907–1989) was a college professor, author, editor and father of M. Stanton Evans.
Medford Bryan Evans (1907–1989) was a college professor, author, editor and father of M. Stanton Evans.
Melvin Jenkins
Melvin Jenkins (born March 16, 1962 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football player who played cornerback for seven seasons for the Seattle Seahawks, Detroit Lions, an...
Melvin Jenkins (born March 16, 1962 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football player who played cornerback for seven seasons for the Seattle Seahawks, Detroit Lions, an...
Mike Espy (American football)
Michael William Alexander Espy (born November 29, 1982 in Jackson, Mississippi) is an American football wide receiver who is currently a free agent.
Michael William Alexander Espy (born November 29, 1982 in Jackson, Mississippi) is an American football wide receiver who is currently a free agent.
Mike Fuller
Michael Darwin Fuller (born April 7, 1953) is a former American football safety who played eight seasons in the National Football League after playing college football at Auburn University.
Michael Darwin Fuller (born April 7, 1953) is a former American football safety who played eight seasons in the National Football League after playing college football at Auburn University.
Milton Babbitt
Milton Byron Babbitt was an American composer, music theorist, and teacher.
Milton Byron Babbitt was an American composer, music theorist, and teacher.
Mo Williams
Maurice "Mo" Williams is an American professional basketball player who currently plays for the Los Angeles Clippers of the National Basketball Association.
Maurice "Mo" Williams is an American professional basketball player who currently plays for the Los Angeles Clippers of the National Basketball Association.
Monta Ellis
Monta Ellis is an American professional basketball player who plays the shooting guard and point guard positions for the Milwaukee Bucks of the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Monta Ellis is an American professional basketball player who plays the shooting guard and point guard positions for the Milwaukee Bucks of the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Nanette Workman
Nanette Joan Workman is today a singer-songwriter, actress and author who has been based in Quebec, Canada during much of her career.
Nanette Joan Workman is today a singer-songwriter, actress and author who has been based in Quebec, Canada during much of her career.
Navonda Moore
Navonda Moore (born November 4, 1984 in Jackson) was a professional basketball player in the WNBA, previously playing for the Minnesota Lynx.
Navonda Moore (born November 4, 1984 in Jackson) was a professional basketball player in the WNBA, previously playing for the Minnesota Lynx.
Noland Smith
Noland "Super Gnat" Smith (born October 20, 1943 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former American football wide receiver/return specialist for the Kansas City Chiefs (1967–1969) in the American Foo...
Noland "Super Gnat" Smith (born October 20, 1943 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former American football wide receiver/return specialist for the Kansas City Chiefs (1967–1969) in the American Foo...
Ollie Smith (American football)
Ollie Smith is a former wide receiver in the National Football League.
Ollie Smith is a former wide receiver in the National Football League.
Othella Harrington
Othella Harrington is a retired American professional basketball player and current coach.
Othella Harrington is a retired American professional basketball player and current coach.
Otis Spann
Otis Spann was an American blues musician who many consider the leading postwar Chicago blues pianist.
Otis Spann was an American blues musician who many consider the leading postwar Chicago blues pianist.
Papa Charlie McCoy
Charles "Papa Charlie" McCoy (May 26, 1909 – July 26, 1950) was an African American delta blues musician and songwriter.
Charles "Papa Charlie" McCoy (May 26, 1909 – July 26, 1950) was an African American delta blues musician and songwriter.
Pat LeBlanc
Supertalk Mississippi, also known as The Super Talk Mississippi Radio Network or simply Supertalk, is a statewide, commercial news and talk radio network based in Jackson, Mississippi.
Supertalk Mississippi, also known as The Super Talk Mississippi Radio Network or simply Supertalk, is a statewide, commercial news and talk radio network based in Jackson, Mississippi.
Paul A. Brown
Paul Aaron Brown (January 15, 1932—July 3, 1996) was only the second Republican since Reconstruction to have served as mayor of the small north Louisiana city of Minden, (population 13,000) the ...
Paul Aaron Brown (January 15, 1932—July 3, 1996) was only the second Republican since Reconstruction to have served as mayor of the small north Louisiana city of Minden, (population 13,000) the ...
Paul Gallo (radio personality)
Supertalk Mississippi, also known as The Super Talk Mississippi Radio Network or simply Supertalk, is a statewide, commercial news and talk radio network based in Jackson, Mississippi.
Supertalk Mississippi, also known as The Super Talk Mississippi Radio Network or simply Supertalk, is a statewide, commercial news and talk radio network based in Jackson, Mississippi.
Paul Lacoste (football player)
Paul Victor Lacoste (born September 3, 1974, Jackson, Mississippi) was a linebacker in the Southeastern Conference at Mississippi State University and in the Canadian Football League.
Paul Victor Lacoste (born September 3, 1974, Jackson, Mississippi) was a linebacker in the Southeastern Conference at Mississippi State University and in the Canadian Football League.
Paul V. Lacoste
Paul Victor Lacoste (born September 3, 1974, Jackson, Mississippi) was a linebacker in the Southeastern Conference at Mississippi State University and in the Canadian Football League.
Paul Victor Lacoste (born September 3, 1974, Jackson, Mississippi) was a linebacker in the Southeastern Conference at Mississippi State University and in the Canadian Football League.
Percy Greene
Percy Greene was born on September 7, 1897 in Jackson, Mississippi.
Percy Greene was born on September 7, 1897 in Jackson, Mississippi.
Pete Brown (golfer)
Pete Brown (born February 2, 1935) is an American professional golfer who is best known as the first African American to win a PGA Tour event.
Pete Brown (born February 2, 1935) is an American professional golfer who is best known as the first African American to win a PGA Tour event.
Quinton Culberson
Quinton Culberson is an American football linebacker for the Edmonton Eskimos of the Canadian Football League.
Quinton Culberson is an American football linebacker for the Edmonton Eskimos of the Canadian Football League.
Randolph M. Holder
Randolph Mitchell Holder was born September 20, 1918 in Jackson, Mississippi, and was commissioned Ensign April 10, 1940 following flight training.
Randolph Mitchell Holder was born September 20, 1918 in Jackson, Mississippi, and was commissioned Ensign April 10, 1940 following flight training.
Reed Pierce
Reed Pierce (born on April 24, 1963, Jackson, Mississippi) is an American professional pool player.
Reed Pierce (born on April 24, 1963, Jackson, Mississippi) is an American professional pool player.
Reuben Webster Millsaps
Reuben Webster Millsaps (May 30, 1833 - June 30, 1916) was an American businessman, financier and philanthropist.
Reuben Webster Millsaps (May 30, 1833 - June 30, 1916) was an American businessman, financier and philanthropist.
Rickey Brown
Rickey Darnell Brown (born August 20, 1958 in Madison County, Mississippi) is a retired American basketball player who played collegiately for the Mississippi State Bulldogs, Mississippi State U...
Rickey Darnell Brown (born August 20, 1958 in Madison County, Mississippi) is a retired American basketball player who played collegiately for the Mississippi State Bulldogs, Mississippi State U...
Robert Crook
Robert L. Crook was an American politician from Mississippi.
Robert L. Crook was an American politician from Mississippi.
Robert E. L. Rainey
Robert E. L. Rainey (1914-2002) was an American artist, art educator and advertising executive.
Robert E. L. Rainey (1914-2002) was an American artist, art educator and advertising executive.
Robert Pittman (media executive)
Robert Warren "Bob" Pittman, is an American businessman and the founder of MTV. On October 2, 2011, Pittman was named CEO of Clear Channel Communications.
Robert Warren "Bob" Pittman, is an American businessman and the founder of MTV. On October 2, 2011, Pittman was named CEO of Clear Channel Communications.
Robert Russ
Robert Edwin Russ was a planter and civic leader who founded Ruston, the parish seat of Lincoln Parish in north Louisiana.
Robert Edwin Russ was a planter and civic leader who founded Ruston, the parish seat of Lincoln Parish in north Louisiana.
Robert W. Pittman
Robert Warren "Bob" Pittman, is an American businessman and the founder of MTV. On October 2, 2011, Pittman was named CEO of Clear Channel.
Robert Warren "Bob" Pittman, is an American businessman and the founder of MTV. On October 2, 2011, Pittman was named CEO of Clear Channel.
Robert Young (American football)
Robert E. Young (born January 29, 1969 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football player who played defensive lineman for six seasons for the Los Angeles Rams/St. Louis ...
Robert E. Young (born January 29, 1969 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football player who played defensive lineman for six seasons for the Los Angeles Rams/St. Louis ...
Ron Franklin
Ron Franklin (born February 2, 1942 in Jackson, Mississippi) is an American sportscaster, most notably with ESPN, where he was employed from 1987-2011.
Ron Franklin (born February 2, 1942 in Jackson, Mississippi) is an American sportscaster, most notably with ESPN, where he was employed from 1987-2011.
Rosalind Peychaud
Rosalind Magee Peychaud is a Democratic former state representative for Louisiana House of Representatives District 91.
Rosalind Magee Peychaud is a Democratic former state representative for Louisiana House of Representatives District 91.
Roy A. Tucker
Roy A. Tucker (born 1951, Jackson, Mississippi) is an American astronomer.
Roy A. Tucker (born 1951, Jackson, Mississippi) is an American astronomer.
Rubel Phillips
Rubel Lex Phillips, Sr. (March 29, 1925 - June 18, 2011), was an attorney, businessman, and politician from the U.S. state of Mississippi best known for his pioneering Republican gubernatorial c...
Rubel Lex Phillips, Sr. (March 29, 1925 - June 18, 2011), was an attorney, businessman, and politician from the U.S. state of Mississippi best known for his pioneering Republican gubernatorial c...
Savanté Stringfellow
Savanté Stringfellow (born November 6, 1978 in Jackson, Michigan) is a U.S. born long jumper.
Savanté Stringfellow (born November 6, 1978 in Jackson, Michigan) is a U.S. born long jumper.
Seth Smith
Garry Seth Smith is an American professional baseball outfielder for the Oakland Athletics of Major League Baseball.
Garry Seth Smith is an American professional baseball outfielder for the Oakland Athletics of Major League Baseball.
Shelby Foote
Shelby Dade Foote, Jr. (November 17, 1916 – June 27, 2005) was an American historian and novelist who wrote The Civil War: A Narrative, a massive, three-volume history of the war.
Shelby Dade Foote, Jr. (November 17, 1916 – June 27, 2005) was an American historian and novelist who wrote The Civil War: A Narrative, a massive, three-volume history of the war.
Simbi Khali
Simbi Khali is an American actress, known for her role as Nina Campbell on the NBC sitcom 3rd Rock from the Sun.
Simbi Khali is an American actress, known for her role as Nina Campbell on the NBC sitcom 3rd Rock from the Sun.
Stéphane Bonneau
Stéphane Bonneau (born December 8, 1961 in Chicoutimi, Quebec) is a former professional tennis player from Canada.
Stéphane Bonneau (born December 8, 1961 in Chicoutimi, Quebec) is a former professional tennis player from Canada.
Swayze Waters
Swayze Waters is an American football placekicker who is currently a free agent.
Swayze Waters is an American football placekicker who is currently a free agent.
Tang Hamilton
Tephen "Tang" Hamilton (born May 26, 1978 in Jackson, Mississippi) is an American 6'7" former professional National Basketball Association player.
Tephen "Tang" Hamilton (born May 26, 1978 in Jackson, Mississippi) is an American 6'7" former professional National Basketball Association player.
Tate Taylor
Tate Taylor is an American actor, screenwriter, film producer and director.
Tate Taylor is an American actor, screenwriter, film producer and director.
Teddy Edwards
Theodore Marcus "Teddy" Edwards (April 26, 1924 – April 20, 2003) was an American jazz tenor saxophonist based on the West Coast of the US. Some consider him to be one of the most influent...
Theodore Marcus "Teddy" Edwards (April 26, 1924 – April 20, 2003) was an American jazz tenor saxophonist based on the West Coast of the US. Some consider him to be one of the most influent...
Thad Cochran
William Thad Cochran is the senior United States Senator from Mississippi and a member of the Republican Party.
William Thad Cochran is the senior United States Senator from Mississippi and a member of the Republican Party.
Thomas F. Gailor
The Right Reverend Thomas Frank Gailor was the third bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Tennessee in the Episcopal Church and served from 1898-1935.
The Right Reverend Thomas Frank Gailor was the third bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Tennessee in the Episcopal Church and served from 1898-1935.
Thomas Frank Gailor
The Right Reverend Thomas F. Gailor (1856-1935) was the third bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Tennessee in the Episcopal Church and served from 1898-1935.
The Right Reverend Thomas F. Gailor (1856-1935) was the third bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Tennessee in the Episcopal Church and served from 1898-1935.
Tig Notaro
Mathilde 'Tig' Notaro is an American stand-up comic.
Mathilde 'Tig' Notaro is an American stand-up comic.
Tim Whitsett
Tim Whitsett is an American music publisher, musician, songwriter, producer, author, and consultant.
Tim Whitsett is an American music publisher, musician, songwriter, producer, author, and consultant.
Tommy Kelly
Tommy Kelly (born December 27, 1980 in Jackson, Mississippi) is an American football player who currently plays defensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders.
Tommy Kelly (born December 27, 1980 in Jackson, Mississippi) is an American football player who currently plays defensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders.
Trent Dabbs
Trent Dabbs is an American singer-songwriter who was raised in Jackson, Mississippi, but has been based in Nashville for his professional career.
Trent Dabbs is an American singer-songwriter who was raised in Jackson, Mississippi, but has been based in Nashville for his professional career.
Trey Johnson
Clinton "Trey" Johnson III (born August 30, 1984) is an American professional basketball player who currently plays for the Bakersfield Jam.
Clinton "Trey" Johnson III (born August 30, 1984) is an American professional basketball player who currently plays for the Bakersfield Jam.
Van Pope
Van Pope (born February 26, 1984 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a minor league baseball relief pitcher in the Atlanta Braves farm system.
Van Pope (born February 26, 1984 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a minor league baseball relief pitcher in the Atlanta Braves farm system.
Vernon Perry
Vernon Perry (born September 22, 1953 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football player who played cornerback for five seasons for the Houston Oilers and New Orleans Saints.
Vernon Perry (born September 22, 1953 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a former professional American football player who played cornerback for five seasons for the Houston Oilers and New Orleans Saints.
Walter Gordon (veteran)
Corporal Walter Scott Gordon, Jr. (April 15, 1920 - April 19, 1997) was a non-commissioned officer with Easy Company, 2nd Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, in the 101st Airborne Divi...
Corporal Walter Scott Gordon, Jr. (April 15, 1920 - April 19, 1997) was a non-commissioned officer with Easy Company, 2nd Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, in the 101st Airborne Divi...
Walter Ward (singer)
Walter Ward (August 28, 1940 – December 11, 2006) was an American R&B singer, and lead vocalist of The Olympics.
Walter Ward (August 28, 1940 – December 11, 2006) was an American R&B singer, and lead vocalist of The Olympics.
Wendy Wyland
Janna Wendy Wyland (November 25, 1964 – September 27, 2003) was a female diver from the United States.
Janna Wendy Wyland (November 25, 1964 – September 27, 2003) was a female diver from the United States.
Will Overstreet
William Sparkman Overstreet is a former American football linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons in the National Football League.
William Sparkman Overstreet is a former American football linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons in the National Football League.
William Barksdale
William Barksdale (August 21, 1821 – July 3, 1863) was a lawyer, newspaper editor, U.S. Congressman, and a Confederate general in the American Civil War.
William Barksdale (August 21, 1821 – July 3, 1863) was a lawyer, newspaper editor, U.S. Congressman, and a Confederate general in the American Civil War.
William Bonner McCarty
William Bonner McCarty, Sr. of Jackson, Mississippi was a founder of the now defunct Jitney Jungle.
William Bonner McCarty, Sr. of Jackson, Mississippi was a founder of the now defunct Jitney Jungle.
William Brown (tenor)
William Brown (1938, Jackson, Mississippi – October 20, 2004, Jacksonville, Florida) was an African-American operatic tenor.
William Brown (1938, Jackson, Mississippi – October 20, 2004, Jacksonville, Florida) was an African-American operatic tenor.
William Gaines (American football)
William Albert Gaines is a former American college and professional football player who was a defensive lineman in the National Football League for four seasons during the 1990s.
William Albert Gaines is a former American college and professional football player who was a defensive lineman in the National Football League for four seasons during the 1990s.
William L. Waller, Jr.
The Hon. William L. Waller, Jr. was sworn in as Chief Justice on the Supreme Court of Mississippi in January 2009.
The Hon. William L. Waller, Jr. was sworn in as Chief Justice on the Supreme Court of Mississippi in January 2009.
William Thad Cochran
William Thad Cochran (born December 7, 1937) is the senior United States Senator from Mississippi and a member of the Republican Party.
William Thad Cochran (born December 7, 1937) is the senior United States Senator from Mississippi and a member of the Republican Party.
William Wirt Adams
William Wirt Adams (March 22, 1819 – May 1, 1888) was a United States district court judge for the state of Mississippi, a soldier for the Republic of Texas, and a Confederate officer and genera...
William Wirt Adams (March 22, 1819 – May 1, 1888) was a United States district court judge for the state of Mississippi, a soldier for the Republic of Texas, and a Confederate officer and genera...
Willie Morris
William Weaks "Willie" Morris (November 29, 1934 — August 2, 1999), was an American writer and editor born in Jackson, Mississippi, though his family later moved to Yazoo City, Mississippi...
William Weaks "Willie" Morris (November 29, 1934 — August 2, 1999), was an American writer and editor born in Jackson, Mississippi, though his family later moved to Yazoo City, Mississippi...