SettingsPeople from Oakland, California
Aaron Goodwin
Aaron Goodwin is a sports agent who represents players in the National Basketball Association and Women's National Basketball Association.
Aaron Goodwin is a sports agent who represents players in the National Basketball Association and Women's National Basketball Association.
Aaron Pointer
Aaron Elton Pointer (born April 19, 1942) is a retired American baseball player.
Aaron Elton Pointer (born April 19, 1942) is a retired American baseball player.
Aaron Sapiro
Aaron Leland Sapiro was a Jewish American cooperative activist and lawyer and major leader of the farmers' movement during the 1920s.
Aaron Leland Sapiro was a Jewish American cooperative activist and lawyer and major leader of the farmers' movement during the 1920s.
Aaron Woolfolk
Aaron Woolfolk (born in Oakland, California) is an American film director, screenwriter, and producer.
Aaron Woolfolk (born in Oakland, California) is an American film director, screenwriter, and producer.
Adrienne Armstrong
Adrienne Armstrong (born Adrienne Ilene Nesser, October 6, 1969) is the co-owner of Adeline Records, Adeline Street, and Atomic Garden (an eco-friendly boutique in Oakland, CA).
Adrienne Armstrong (born Adrienne Ilene Nesser, October 6, 1969) is the co-owner of Adeline Records, Adeline Street, and Atomic Garden (an eco-friendly boutique in Oakland, CA).
Adrienne Cooper
Adrienne Khana Cooper (September 1, 1946-December 25, 2011, 65 years old) was a Yiddish singer and musician as well as activist who was integral to the contemporary revival of klezmer music.
Adrienne Khana Cooper (September 1, 1946-December 25, 2011, 65 years old) was a Yiddish singer and musician as well as activist who was integral to the contemporary revival of klezmer music.
Ainjel Emme
Ainjel Emme (born September 28, 1978) is an American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer.
Ainjel Emme (born September 28, 1978) is an American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer.
Al Hrabosky
Alan Thomas "Al" Hrabosky (; born July 21, 1949) is a former Major League Baseball player from - for the St. Louis Cardinals, Kansas City Royals and Atlanta Braves and is currently the color com...
Alan Thomas "Al" Hrabosky (; born July 21, 1949) is a former Major League Baseball player from - for the St. Louis Cardinals, Kansas City Royals and Atlanta Braves and is currently the color com...
Alan Mulally
Alan Roger Mulally (born August 4, 1945) is an American engineer and business executive who is currently the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Ford Motor Company.
Alan Roger Mulally (born August 4, 1945) is an American engineer and business executive who is currently the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Ford Motor Company.
Alexei Filippenko
Alexei Vladimir Filippenko (born July 25, 1958, Oakland, California) is an American astrophysicist and professor of astronomy at the University of California, Berkeley.
Alexei Vladimir Filippenko (born July 25, 1958, Oakland, California) is an American astrophysicist and professor of astronomy at the University of California, Berkeley.
Alfred Coppel
Alfred Coppel, Alfredo Jose de Arana-Marini Coppel was an American author.
Alfred Coppel, Alfredo Jose de Arana-Marini Coppel was an American author.
Alvin Sanders
Alvin Sanders (born March 16, 1952) is an actor, now residing in Vancouver, BC. He currently sits on the Union of BC Performers' executive board.
Alvin Sanders (born March 16, 1952) is an actor, now residing in Vancouver, BC. He currently sits on the Union of BC Performers' executive board.
Alvin Youngblood Hart
Alvin Youngblood Hart (born March 2, 1963, Oakland, California) is a Grammy Award-winning American musician.
Alvin Youngblood Hart (born March 2, 1963, Oakland, California) is a Grammy Award-winning American musician.
Alvino Rey
Alvin McBurney (July 1, 1908 — February 2, 2004), known by his stage name Alvino Rey, was an American swing era musician and pioneer, often credited as the father of the pedal steel guitar.
Alvin McBurney (July 1, 1908 — February 2, 2004), known by his stage name Alvino Rey, was an American swing era musician and pioneer, often credited as the father of the pedal steel guitar.
Amy Tan
Amy Tan (born February 19, 1952) is an American writer whose works explore mother-daughter relationships.
Amy Tan (born February 19, 1952) is an American writer whose works explore mother-daughter relationships.
Andre Torrey
Andre Torrey is an American football linebacker who is currently a free agent.
Andre Torrey is an American football linebacker who is currently a free agent.
Andre Ward
Andre Ward (born February 23, 1984) is an American professional boxer and the current WBA (Super), WBC, and The Ring Super Middleweight champion.
Andre Ward (born February 23, 1984) is an American professional boxer and the current WBA (Super), WBC, and The Ring Super Middleweight champion.
Andrew Ogg
Andrew Pollard Ogg (born April 9, 1934) is a mathematician from Oakland, California.
Andrew Pollard Ogg (born April 9, 1934) is a mathematician from Oakland, California.
Andy Wolfe
Andy Wolfe was an American basketball player for the University of California, Berkeley from 1945–46 to 1947–48.
Andy Wolfe was an American basketball player for the University of California, Berkeley from 1945–46 to 1947–48.
Anita Pointer
Anita Pointer (born January 23, 1948, Oakland, California, United States) is an American R&B/soul singer-songwriter and a member of The Pointer Sisters.
Anita Pointer (born January 23, 1948, Oakland, California, United States) is an American R&B/soul singer-songwriter and a member of The Pointer Sisters.
Ann Cummins
Ann Cummins is an American fiction writer.
Ann Cummins is an American fiction writer.
Ansel Franklin Hall
Ansel F. Hall (May 6, 1894, Oakland, California – March 28, 1962) was an American naturalist.
Ansel F. Hall (May 6, 1894, Oakland, California – March 28, 1962) was an American naturalist.
Ant Banks
Anthony Banks, known simply as Ant Banks, is a producer and rapper from Oakland, California.
Anthony Banks, known simply as Ant Banks, is a producer and rapper from Oakland, California.
Anthony Bottom (Jalil Abdul Muntaqim)
Jalil Abdul Muntaqim (born on October 18, 1951, as Anthony Bottom) is a former member of both the Black Panther Party (BPP) and the Black Liberation Army (BLA).
Jalil Abdul Muntaqim (born on October 18, 1951, as Anthony Bottom) is a former member of both the Black Panther Party (BPP) and the Black Liberation Army (BLA).
Anthony Chabot
Anthony Chabot (August 13, 1813 – January 6, 1888) was a nineteenth-century businessman and entrepreneur, notable for his contribution to developing hydraulic mining and for building water...
Anthony Chabot (August 13, 1813 – January 6, 1888) was a nineteenth-century businessman and entrepreneur, notable for his contribution to developing hydraulic mining and for building water...
Anton Zamloch
Anton Zamloch, also known as “Professor Zamloch” and “Zamloch the Great,” was an American magician who toured with his magic act from 1869 through 1912.
Anton Zamloch, also known as “Professor Zamloch” and “Zamloch the Great,” was an American magician who toured with his magic act from 1869 through 1912.
Antonio Davis
Antonio Lee Davis (born October 31, 1968) is a retired American National Basketball Association (NBA) player.
Antonio Lee Davis (born October 31, 1968) is a retired American National Basketball Association (NBA) player.
April Glaspie
April Catherine Glaspie (born April 26, 1942) is a former American diplomat, best known for her role in the events leading up to the Persian Gulf War of 1991.
April Catherine Glaspie (born April 26, 1942) is a former American diplomat, best known for her role in the events leading up to the Persian Gulf War of 1991.
Art Hickman
Arthur G. Hickman (June 13, 1886 – January 16, 1930) was a drummer, pianist, and band leader whose orchestra is sometimes seen as an ancestor to Big band music.
Arthur G. Hickman (June 13, 1886 – January 16, 1930) was a drummer, pianist, and band leader whose orchestra is sometimes seen as an ancestor to Big band music.
Ashton Stevens
Ashton P. Stevens was an American journalist regarded as the dean of American drama critics.
Ashton P. Stevens was an American journalist regarded as the dean of American drama critics.
Audie Bock
Audie Elizabeth Bock (born October 15, 1946) is an American film scholar and politician who served in the California State Assembly from 1999 to 2000.
Audie Elizabeth Bock (born October 15, 1946) is an American film scholar and politician who served in the California State Assembly from 1999 to 2000.
Baby DC
Derek Coleman (born January 7, 1986), better known as Baby DC is a former American rapper.
Derek Coleman (born January 7, 1986), better known as Baby DC is a former American rapper.
Babá Ken Okulolo
Babá Ken Okulolo (born September 12, 1950) is a Nigerian bassist and bandleader who was first seen in the U.S. in 1985 with King Sunny Ade's world-touring band.
Babá Ken Okulolo (born September 12, 1950) is a Nigerian bassist and bandleader who was first seen in the U.S. in 1985 with King Sunny Ade's world-touring band.
Barbara Acklin
Barbara Jean Acklin (February 28, 1943 – November 27, 1998) was an American soul singer and songwriter who was most successful in the 1960s and 1970s.
Barbara Jean Acklin (February 28, 1943 – November 27, 1998) was an American soul singer and songwriter who was most successful in the 1960s and 1970s.
Barbara Graham
Barbara Graham was an American criminal and convicted murderess.
Barbara Graham was an American criminal and convicted murderess.
Barbara Lee
Barbara Jean Lee (born July 16, 1946) is the U.S. Representative for, serving since 1998.
Barbara Jean Lee (born July 16, 1946) is the U.S. Representative for, serving since 1998.
Bartlett L. Thane
Bartlett Lee "Bart" Thane (August 26, 1877 – November 7, 1927) was an American mining engineer who pioneered hydroelectric power in Juneau, Alaska.
Bartlett Lee "Bart" Thane (August 26, 1877 – November 7, 1927) was an American mining engineer who pioneered hydroelectric power in Juneau, Alaska.
Ben Chapman (actor)
Benjamin F. Chapman, Jr. (October 29, 1928 – February 21, 2008) was an American actor best known as playing the Gill-man on land in the 1954 horror film Creature from the Black Lagoon.
Benjamin F. Chapman, Jr. (October 29, 1928 – February 21, 2008) was an American actor best known as playing the Gill-man on land in the 1954 horror film Creature from the Black Lagoon.
Bernice Claire
Bernice Claire (March 22, 1907 - January 17, 2003) was an American singer and actress.
Bernice Claire (March 22, 1907 - January 17, 2003) was an American singer and actress.
Beth Teper
Beth Teper is the executive director of COLAGE, the "only national, youth-driven network of people with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer parents".
Beth Teper is the executive director of COLAGE, the "only national, youth-driven network of people with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer parents".
Betty Reid-Soskin
Betty Reid Soskin (born 1921) is a prominent African-American woman of California, who at age 89 serves as the country's oldest National Park Ranger in her position at Rosie the Riveter/World Wa...
Betty Reid Soskin (born 1921) is a prominent African-American woman of California, who at age 89 serves as the country's oldest National Park Ranger in her position at Rosie the Riveter/World Wa...
Bill Brenzel
William Richard Brenzel (March 3, 1910-June 12, 1979) was a Major League Baseball catcher who played three seasons for the Pittsburgh Pirates and Cleveland Indians where he earned a reputation f...
William Richard Brenzel (March 3, 1910-June 12, 1979) was a Major League Baseball catcher who played three seasons for the Pittsburgh Pirates and Cleveland Indians where he earned a reputation f...
Bill Champlin
William Bradford "Bill" Champlin (born May 21, 1947, Oakland, California) is an American singer, guitarist, keyboard player, arranger, producer, and songwriter.
William Bradford "Bill" Champlin (born May 21, 1947, Oakland, California) is an American singer, guitarist, keyboard player, arranger, producer, and songwriter.
Bill Dunstan
William Elwyn Dunstan (born January 3, 1949 in Oakland, California) was an American football defensive lineman in the National Football League for the San Francisco 49ers, New York Jets, Philade...
William Elwyn Dunstan (born January 3, 1949 in Oakland, California) was an American football defensive lineman in the National Football League for the San Francisco 49ers, New York Jets, Philade...
Bill Emmerson
William "Bill" Emmerson (born October 28, 1945) is a Republican California State Senator, representing the 37th district in Riverside County, having been elected in a June 8, 2010 special electi...
William "Bill" Emmerson (born October 28, 1945) is a Republican California State Senator, representing the 37th district in Riverside County, having been elected in a June 8, 2010 special electi...
Bill Plummer
William Francis Plummer (born March 21, 1947 in Oakland, California) was a catcher for the Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds, and the Seattle Mariners.
William Francis Plummer (born March 21, 1947 in Oakland, California) was a catcher for the Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds, and the Seattle Mariners.
Bill Pursell
Bill Pursell is an American composer and former session pianist.
Bill Pursell is an American composer and former session pianist.
Bill Russell
William Felton "Bill" Russell (born February 12, 1934) is a retired American professional basketball player who played center for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Associ...
William Felton "Bill" Russell (born February 12, 1934) is a retired American professional basketball player who played center for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Associ...
Bill Werle
William George "Bill" Werle was a left-handed major league baseball pitcher from Oakland, California.
William George "Bill" Werle was a left-handed major league baseball pitcher from Oakland, California.
Billie Joe Armstrong
Billie Joe Armstrong (born February 17, 1972) is an American rock musician and occasional actor, best known as the lead vocalist, main songwriter and lead guitarist for the American punk rock ba...
Billie Joe Armstrong (born February 17, 1972) is an American rock musician and occasional actor, best known as the lead vocalist, main songwriter and lead guitarist for the American punk rock ba...
Bob Grim (American football)
Robert Lee Grim (born May 8, 1945 in Oakland, California) is a former American football player in the National Football League who played from 1967–1977.
Robert Lee Grim (born May 8, 1945 in Oakland, California) is a former American football player in the National Football League who played from 1967–1977.
Bob McClure
Robert Craig McClure is a former Major League Baseball pitcher and current pitching coach with the Boston Red Sox.
Robert Craig McClure is a former Major League Baseball pitcher and current pitching coach with the Boston Red Sox.
Bob Sykes
Robert Eugene Sykes (born March 15, 1927 in Oakland, California) is a former American football fullback in the National Football League for the Washington Redskins.
Robert Eugene Sykes (born March 15, 1927 in Oakland, California) is a former American football fullback in the National Football League for the Washington Redskins.
Bobby Hutton
Bobby James Hutton, or "Lil' Bobby," was the treasurer and first recruit to join the Black Panther Party.
Bobby James Hutton, or "Lil' Bobby," was the treasurer and first recruit to join the Black Panther Party.
Bobby Kemp
Bobby Kemp was a former American football safety who played seven seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals and Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the National Football League.
Bobby Kemp was a former American football safety who played seven seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals and Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the National Football League.
Bobby Smith (baseball)
Robert Eugene Smith (born May 10, 1974 in Oakland, California) was an infielder for the Major League Baseball Tampa Bay Devil Rays.
Robert Eugene Smith (born May 10, 1974 in Oakland, California) was an infielder for the Major League Baseball Tampa Bay Devil Rays.
Bohemia (musician)
Known world wide as the creator of Punjabi rap music, Bohemia is a Pakistani American Punjabi rapper and a music producer from California, Bohemia quickly gained popularity in 2003 with his inde...
Known world wide as the creator of Punjabi rap music, Bohemia is a Pakistani American Punjabi rapper and a music producer from California, Bohemia quickly gained popularity in 2003 with his inde...
Bonnie Pointer
Patricia Eva "Bonnie" Pointer (born July 11, 1950) is an American R&B and disco singer, most notable for being the next-to-youngest member of the 1970s and 1980s family music group, The Pointer ...
Patricia Eva "Bonnie" Pointer (born July 11, 1950) is an American R&B and disco singer, most notable for being the next-to-youngest member of the 1970s and 1980s family music group, The Pointer ...
Bozo Miller
Edward Abraham "Bozo" Miller (June 11, 1918 – January 7, 2008) was an American restaurant owner, Gastronomical Champion of competitive eating, and a Guinness World Record holder.
Edward Abraham "Bozo" Miller (June 11, 1918 – January 7, 2008) was an American restaurant owner, Gastronomical Champion of competitive eating, and a Guinness World Record holder.
Brad Gilbert
Brad Gilbert, is an American tennis coach, a television tennis commentator, and former professional tennis player.
Brad Gilbert, is an American tennis coach, a television tennis commentator, and former professional tennis player.
Brandon Smith (gridiron football)
Brandon Smith (born August 21, 1984 in Oakland, California)is a Canadian football defensive back for the Calgary Stampeders of the Canadian Football League.
Brandon Smith (born August 21, 1984 in Oakland, California)is a Canadian football defensive back for the Calgary Stampeders of the Canadian Football League.
Brian Johnson (baseball)
Brian David Johnson (born January 8, 1968 in Oakland, California) is a retired Major League Baseball catcher and former quarterback for Stanford University.
Brian David Johnson (born January 8, 1968 in Oakland, California) is a retired Major League Baseball catcher and former quarterback for Stanford University.
Brian Moore (politician)
Brian Patrick Moore (born June 8, 1943) is an United States politician and founder of antiwar organization Nature Coast Coalition for Peace & Justice.
Brian Patrick Moore (born June 8, 1943) is an United States politician and founder of antiwar organization Nature Coast Coalition for Peace & Justice.
Bruce B. Henderson
Bruce Henderson, also known as Bruce B. Henderson, is the author of more than 20 nonfiction books.
Bruce Henderson, also known as Bruce B. Henderson, is the author of more than 20 nonfiction books.
Bud Anderson
Clarence Emil "Bud" Anderson (born January 13, 1922) is a retired officer in the United States Air Force and a "triple ace" in World War II.
Clarence Emil "Bud" Anderson (born January 13, 1922) is a retired officer in the United States Air Force and a "triple ace" in World War II.
Byron Miranda
Byron Miranda is an American television journalist.
Byron Miranda is an American television journalist.
Caitlin Mallory
Caitlin Mallory (born June 2, 1987 in Oakland, California) is an American ice dancer who competes internationally for Estonia.
Caitlin Mallory (born June 2, 1987 in Oakland, California) is an American ice dancer who competes internationally for Estonia.
Calvin E. Simmons
Calvin Eugene Simmons (April 27, 1950 - August 21, 1982) was an American symphony orchestra conductor.
Calvin Eugene Simmons (April 27, 1950 - August 21, 1982) was an American symphony orchestra conductor.
Carina Vance Mafla
Carina Vance Mafla is Ecuador's Minister for Public Health.
Carina Vance Mafla is Ecuador's Minister for Public Health.
Carl Potts
Carl Potts (born November 12, 1952 in Oakland, California) is an American comic-book writer, artist, and editor best known for creating the series Alien Legion for the Marvel Comics imprint ...
Carl Potts (born November 12, 1952 in Oakland, California) is an American comic-book writer, artist, and editor best known for creating the series Alien Legion for the Marvel Comics imprint ...
Carl Zamloch
Carl Eugene Zamloch was a Major League Baseball pitcher, professional magician, and head coach of the University of California at Berkeley baseball and soccer teams.
Carl Eugene Zamloch was a Major League Baseball pitcher, professional magician, and head coach of the University of California at Berkeley baseball and soccer teams.
Carla Bley
Carla Bley, née Borg, (born May 11, 1936) is an American jazz composer, pianist, organist and band leader.
Carla Bley, née Borg, (born May 11, 1936) is an American jazz composer, pianist, organist and band leader.
Carla Kihlstedt
Carla Kihlstedt is an American violinist, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist from Lancaster, Pennsylvania currently living in Oakland, California.
Carla Kihlstedt is an American violinist, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist from Lancaster, Pennsylvania currently living in Oakland, California.
Carlile Pollock Patterson
Carlile Pollock Patterson (August 24, 1816–August 15, 1881) was the fourth superintendent of the United States Coast Survey.
Carlile Pollock Patterson (August 24, 1816–August 15, 1881) was the fourth superintendent of the United States Coast Survey.
Carlo D'Este
Carlo D'Este (born 1938 in Oakland, California) is an American military historian and biographer, author of several books, especially on World War II. He is a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel.
Carlo D'Este (born 1938 in Oakland, California) is an American military historian and biographer, author of several books, especially on World War II. He is a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel.
Carol Liu
Carol Liu (; born September 12, 1941) is a Democratic politician in the state of California who served in the State Assembly from 2000 until she was termed out in 2006.
Carol Liu (; born September 12, 1941) is a Democratic politician in the state of California who served in the State Assembly from 2000 until she was termed out in 2006.
Carole Ward Allen
Carole Ward Allen is an African American politician, professor, scholar, artist, businesswoman, political consultant, transportation leader, community organizer, member of the Democratic Party a...
Carole Ward Allen is an African American politician, professor, scholar, artist, businesswoman, political consultant, transportation leader, community organizer, member of the Democratic Party a...
Cary Fukunaga
Cary Joji Fukunaga (born July 10, 1977) is an American film director, writer and cinematographer.
Cary Joji Fukunaga (born July 10, 1977) is an American film director, writer and cinematographer.
Caryl Lincoln
Caryl Lincoln (November 16, 1903 – February 20, 1983) was an American film actress of the late 1920s into the very early 1950s.
Caryl Lincoln (November 16, 1903 – February 20, 1983) was an American film actress of the late 1920s into the very early 1950s.
Casual (rapper)
Jon Owens (born December 19, 1975), known by his stage name Casual, is an American rapper from Oakland, California and one of the founding members of the alternative hip hop collective Hie...
Jon Owens (born December 19, 1975), known by his stage name Casual, is an American rapper from Oakland, California and one of the founding members of the alternative hip hop collective Hie...
Chappell Hayes
Chappell Hayes (1949–1994) was a political activist in West Oakland.
Chappell Hayes (1949–1994) was a political activist in West Oakland.
Charles Herrold
Charles David 'Doc' Herrold, (November 16, 1875 – July 1, 1948) was an American radio broadcasting pioneer who in 1909 created the world's first radio station.
Charles David 'Doc' Herrold, (November 16, 1875 – July 1, 1948) was an American radio broadcasting pioneer who in 1909 created the world's first radio station.
Charles Reynolds Brown
Charles Reynolds Brown (October 1, 1862 – November 28, 1950) was an American Congregational clergyman and educator, born in Bethany, W. Va. He graduated at the University of Iowa in 1883 and st...
Charles Reynolds Brown (October 1, 1862 – November 28, 1950) was an American Congregational clergyman and educator, born in Bethany, W. Va. He graduated at the University of Iowa in 1883 and st...
Charles Stetson Wheeler
Charles Stetson Wheeler (December 12, 1863 – April 27, 1923) was an American attorney, working in Northern California.
Charles Stetson Wheeler (December 12, 1863 – April 27, 1923) was an American attorney, working in Northern California.
Charlie Beamon
Charles Alfonzo Beamon (born December 25, 1934 in Oakland, California) is a former pitcher in Major League Baseball who played for the Baltimore Orioles from to.
Charles Alfonzo Beamon (born December 25, 1934 in Oakland, California) is a former pitcher in Major League Baseball who played for the Baltimore Orioles from to.
Charlie Beamon, Jr.
Charles Alfonzo Beamon, Jr. (born December 4, 1953 in Oakland, California) is a former first baseman and designated hitter in Major League Baseball.
Charles Alfonzo Beamon, Jr. (born December 4, 1953 in Oakland, California) is a former first baseman and designated hitter in Major League Baseball.
Charlie L. Russell
Charlie Louis Russell, Jr. (March 10, 1932—) is a writer, best known for his play, Five on the Black Hand Side, which was later made into an acclaimed motion picture.
Charlie Louis Russell, Jr. (March 10, 1932—) is a writer, best known for his play, Five on the Black Hand Side, which was later made into an acclaimed motion picture.
Chauncey Bailey
Chauncey Wendell Bailey, Jr. (October 20, 1949 – August 2, 2007) was an American journalist, noted for his work primarily on issues of the African-American community.
Chauncey Wendell Bailey, Jr. (October 20, 1949 – August 2, 2007) was an American journalist, noted for his work primarily on issues of the African-American community.
Chris Burford
Christopher William Burford, III (born January 31, 1938 in Oakland, California) is a former American collegiate and Professional Football wide receiver.
Christopher William Burford, III (born January 31, 1938 in Oakland, California) is a former American collegiate and Professional Football wide receiver.
Chris Henry (running back)
Chris John Henry (born June 6, 1985 in Oakland, California) is an American football running back who is currently a free agent.
Chris John Henry (born June 6, 1985 in Oakland, California) is an American football running back who is currently a free agent.
Chris Roberson (baseball)
Christopher William Roberson (born August 23, 1979 in Oakland, California) is a Major League Baseball outfielder, currently playing for the Sultanes de Monterrey in the Mexican League.
Christopher William Roberson (born August 23, 1979 in Oakland, California) is a Major League Baseball outfielder, currently playing for the Sultanes de Monterrey in the Mexican League.
Chuck Fenenbock
Chuck Fenenbock was an American football player who starred in college at UCLA, and professionally in the Pacific Coast Professional Football League (PCPFL), the National Football League (NFL), ...
Chuck Fenenbock was an American football player who starred in college at UCLA, and professionally in the Pacific Coast Professional Football League (PCPFL), the National Football League (NFL), ...
Cindy Marano
Cindy Marano was an economic justice activist from the United States.
Cindy Marano was an economic justice activist from the United States.
Clarence Richard Silva
Clarence Richard Silva, popularly known as Larry Silva (born August 6, 1949), is a bishop of the Roman Catholic Church.
Clarence Richard Silva, popularly known as Larry Silva (born August 6, 1949), is a bishop of the Roman Catholic Church.
Clark Miller
Franklin Clark Miller (August 11, 1938 – November 5, 2008) was a professional American football player in the National Football League who played defensive end for nine seasons for the San...
Franklin Clark Miller (August 11, 1938 – November 5, 2008) was a professional American football player in the National Football League who played defensive end for nine seasons for the San...
Clifford T. Robinson
Clifford Trent Robinson (born March 13, 1960, in Oakland, California) is a retired American professional basketball player.
Clifford Trent Robinson (born March 13, 1960, in Oakland, California) is a retired American professional basketball player.
Clint Eastwood
Clinton "Clint" Eastwood, Jr. is an American film actor, director, producer, composer and politician.
Clinton "Clint" Eastwood, Jr. is an American film actor, director, producer, composer and politician.
Clyde Wiegand
Clyde Wiegand (May 23, 1915 – July 5, 1996) was an American physicist.
Clyde Wiegand (May 23, 1915 – July 5, 1996) was an American physicist.
Craig Street
Craig Street, born in Oakland, California, is a noted record producer.
Craig Street, born in Oakland, California, is a noted record producer.
Curt Flood
Curtis Charles Flood (January 18, 1938 – January 20, 1997) was a Major League Baseball player who spent most of his career as a center fielder for the St. Louis Cardinals.
Curtis Charles Flood (January 18, 1938 – January 20, 1997) was a Major League Baseball player who spent most of his career as a center fielder for the St. Louis Cardinals.
D'wayne Wiggins
D'wayne Wiggins (born February 14, 1963) is an American musician, blues guitarist, producer, composer and community activist, best known as the founding member of the 1990s soul/R&B group Tony! ...
D'wayne Wiggins (born February 14, 1963) is an American musician, blues guitarist, producer, composer and community activist, best known as the founding member of the 1990s soul/R&B group Tony! ...
Dakin Matthews
Dakin Matthews (born November 7, 1940) is an American actor with a long history of work in film, television and theater.
Dakin Matthews (born November 7, 1940) is an American actor with a long history of work in film, television and theater.
Dan Antonioli
Dan Antonioli (born 1960) is a builder and owner of two evolving intentional communities.
Dan Antonioli (born 1960) is a builder and owner of two evolving intentional communities.
Dan Siegel (attorney)
Daniel Mark Siegel, or Dan Siegel, is a civil-rights attorney at the Oakland-based law firm, Siegel & Yee.
Daniel Mark Siegel, or Dan Siegel, is a civil-rights attorney at the Oakland-based law firm, Siegel & Yee.
Daniel Mainwaring
Daniel Mainwaring (22 July 1902 – 31 January 1977) was a novelist and screenwriter.
Daniel Mainwaring (22 July 1902 – 31 January 1977) was a novelist and screenwriter.
Daniel Mark Siegel
Daniel Mark Siegel, aka Dan Siegel, was a student activist at in the 1960s and 1970s while he attended University of California, Berkeley, School of Law.
Daniel Mark Siegel, aka Dan Siegel, was a student activist at in the 1960s and 1970s while he attended University of California, Berkeley, School of Law.
Daniel Moore (poet)
Daniel Abdal-Hayy Moore (born July 30, 1940, in Oakland, California, USA as Daniel Moore) is a U.S. poet, essayist and librettist.
Daniel Abdal-Hayy Moore (born July 30, 1940, in Oakland, California, USA as Daniel Moore) is a U.S. poet, essayist and librettist.
Dante Marsh
Dante Marsh (born February 26, 1981 in Oakland, California) is a cornerback with the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League.
Dante Marsh (born February 26, 1981 in Oakland, California) is a cornerback with the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League.
Dante Roberson
Dante "Taz" Roberson is an American musician, drummer, musical director, and record producer from the San Francisco Bay Area.
Dante "Taz" Roberson is an American musician, drummer, musical director, and record producer from the San Francisco Bay Area.
Darnell Robinson
Darnell Robinson (born May 30, 1974, in Oakland, California) is a retired American professional basketball player and a member of the University of Arkansas Razorbacks 1994 NCAA champion men's b...
Darnell Robinson (born May 30, 1974, in Oakland, California) is a retired American professional basketball player and a member of the University of Arkansas Razorbacks 1994 NCAA champion men's b...
Darren Lewis
Darren Joel Lewis (born August 28, 1967 in Berkeley, California) is a former center fielder in Major League Baseball who played for the Oakland Athletics (1990), San Francisco Giants (1991–1995)...
Darren Joel Lewis (born August 28, 1967 in Berkeley, California) is a former center fielder in Major League Baseball who played for the Oakland Athletics (1990), San Francisco Giants (1991–1995)...
Dave McElhatton
Dave McElhatton (December 8, 1928 – August 23, 2010) was a former evening news anchor for several decades in San Francisco, California, in the United States.
Dave McElhatton (December 8, 1928 – August 23, 2010) was a former evening news anchor for several decades in San Francisco, California, in the United States.
Dave Meniketti
David Alan "Dave" Meniketti (born December 12, 1953) is the singer, songwriter and lead guitarist for 70's/80's Hard Rock/Heavy Metal band Y&T. He has also released two solo efforts, one of whic...
David Alan "Dave" Meniketti (born December 12, 1953) is the singer, songwriter and lead guitarist for 70's/80's Hard Rock/Heavy Metal band Y&T. He has also released two solo efforts, one of whic...
Dave Stewart (baseball)
David Keith Stewart (born February 19, 1957 in Oakland, California) is a former right-handed starting pitcher in Major League Baseball during the late 1980s and early 1990s.
David Keith Stewart (born February 19, 1957 in Oakland, California) is a former right-handed starting pitcher in Major League Baseball during the late 1980s and early 1990s.
David A. Bednar
David Allan Bednar (born June 15, 1952) is a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).
David Allan Bednar (born June 15, 1952) is a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).
David Carradine
David Carradine (born John Arthur Carradine; December 8, 1936 – June 3, 2009) was an American actor and martial artist, best known for his role as a warrior monk, Kwai Chang Caine, in the ...
David Carradine (born John Arthur Carradine; December 8, 1936 – June 3, 2009) was an American actor and martial artist, best known for his role as a warrior monk, Kwai Chang Caine, in the ...
David H. Munro
David Herbert Munro (born April 29, 1955 in Oakland, California) is a physicist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) who created the programming language Yorick as well as the scient...
David Herbert Munro (born April 29, 1955 in Oakland, California) is a physicist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) who created the programming language Yorick as well as the scient...
David M. McIntosh
David Martin McIntosh (born June 8, 1958) is a lawyer who served as a Republican representative from Indiana from January 3, 1995, to January 3, 2001.
David Martin McIntosh (born June 8, 1958) is a lawyer who served as a Republican representative from Indiana from January 3, 1995, to January 3, 2001.
David Murray (saxophonist)
David Murray (born February 19, 1955) is an American jazz musician.
David Murray (born February 19, 1955) is an American jazz musician.
David Rainey
David "Puck" Rainey is a reality television personality who first gained fame as a cast member on The Real World: San Francisco in 1994.
David "Puck" Rainey is a reality television personality who first gained fame as a cast member on The Real World: San Francisco in 1994.
David Roger
David Roger is the current District Attorney of Clark County, Nevada.
David Roger is the current District Attorney of Clark County, Nevada.
David Weyhe Smith
David Weyhe Smith (September 24, 1926 – September 1981) was an American pediatrician and dysmorphologist.
David Weyhe Smith (September 24, 1926 – September 1981) was an American pediatrician and dysmorphologist.
Davone Bess
Davone Atrayo Bess (born September 13, 1985 in Hayward, California) is an American football wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League.
Davone Atrayo Bess (born September 13, 1985 in Hayward, California) is an American football wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League.
Debbi Fields
Debbi Fields (born September 18, 1956) is the founder and current spokesperson of Mrs.
Debbi Fields (born September 18, 1956) is the founder and current spokesperson of Mrs.
Debbie Abono
Debbie Abono (August 31, 1929 – May 16, 2010) was an American manager of death metal and thrash metal bands during the 1980s and 1990s.
Debbie Abono (August 31, 1929 – May 16, 2010) was an American manager of death metal and thrash metal bands during the 1980s and 1990s.
Del the Funky Homosapien
Teren Delvon Jones (born August 12, 1972), better known as Del the Funky Homosapien or Del tha Funkee Homosapien, is an American MC.
Teren Delvon Jones (born August 12, 1972), better known as Del the Funky Homosapien or Del tha Funkee Homosapien, is an American MC.
DeMarcus Nelson
DeMarcus De'Juan Nelson (born November 2, 1985 in Oakland, California) is an American professional basketball player who currently plays for BC Donetsk.
DeMarcus De'Juan Nelson (born November 2, 1985 in Oakland, California) is an American professional basketball player who currently plays for BC Donetsk.
Dennis Bennett (baseball)
Dennis John Bennett (born October 5, 1939 in Oakland, California) is a former starting pitcher in Major League Baseball who played for the Philadelphia Phillies (1962–64), Boston Red Sox (1965–6...
Dennis John Bennett (born October 5, 1939 in Oakland, California) is a former starting pitcher in Major League Baseball who played for the Philadelphia Phillies (1962–64), Boston Red Sox (1965–6...
Dennis Dixon
Dennis Lee Dixon, Jr. (born January 11, 1985) is an American football quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League.
Dennis Lee Dixon, Jr. (born January 11, 1985) is an American football quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League.
Dennis Eckersley
Dennis Lee Eckersley (born October 3, 1954 in Oakland, California), nicknamed "Eck", is a former American Major League Baseball pitcher.
Dennis Lee Eckersley (born October 3, 1954 in Oakland, California), nicknamed "Eck", is a former American Major League Baseball pitcher.
Dennis Richmond
Dennis Richmond (born May 26 1943) is a retired American former news anchor who spent 40 years with Oakland, CA-based KTVU.
Dennis Richmond (born May 26 1943) is a retired American former news anchor who spent 40 years with Oakland, CA-based KTVU.
Denny Dent
Dennis E. "Denny" Dent (April 5, 1948 – March 29, 2004) was an American speed painter who was known for his frenetic performances as he painted large portraits of celebrities.
Dennis E. "Denny" Dent (April 5, 1948 – March 29, 2004) was an American speed painter who was known for his frenetic performances as he painted large portraits of celebrities.
Derrick Brown (basketball)
Derrick Paul Brown (September 8, 1987) is an American basketball player who currently plays for the Charlotte Bobcats.
Derrick Paul Brown (September 8, 1987) is an American basketball player who currently plays for the Charlotte Bobcats.
Dick Lotz
Richard "Dick" Lotz is an American professional golfer who has played on the PGA Tour and the Senior PGA Tour.
Richard "Dick" Lotz is an American professional golfer who has played on the PGA Tour and the Senior PGA Tour.
Don Barksdale
Donald Angelo "Don" Barksdale (March 31, 1923 – March 8, 1993) was a professional basketball player.
Donald Angelo "Don" Barksdale (March 31, 1923 – March 8, 1993) was a professional basketball player.
Don Budge
John Donald ("Don" or "Donnie") Budge (June 13, 1915 – January 26, 2000) was an American tennis champion who was a World No. 1 player for five years, first as an amateur and then as a professional.
John Donald ("Don" or "Donnie") Budge (June 13, 1915 – January 26, 2000) was an American tennis champion who was a World No. 1 player for five years, first as an amateur and then as a professional.
Don Lofgran
Donald "Don" Lofgran (November 18, 1928 – June 1976) was an American basketball player who was a Consensus Second Team All-American in 1950 while at the University of San Francisco.
Donald "Don" Lofgran (November 18, 1928 – June 1976) was an American basketball player who was a Consensus Second Team All-American in 1950 while at the University of San Francisco.
Don Smith (defensive lineman)
Donald Loren Smith is a former American football defensive lineman in the National Football League for the Atlanta Falcons, the Buffalo Bills, and the New York Jets.
Donald Loren Smith is a former American football defensive lineman in the National Football League for the Atlanta Falcons, the Buffalo Bills, and the New York Jets.
Donald Thompson (fencer)
Donald Thompson (born 15 January 1928) is an American Olympic fencer.
Donald Thompson (born 15 January 1928) is an American Olympic fencer.
Dong Kingman
Dong Kingman (, 31 March 1911 - 12 May 2000) was a Chinese American artist and one of America's leading watercolor masters.
Dong Kingman (, 31 March 1911 - 12 May 2000) was a Chinese American artist and one of America's leading watercolor masters.
Donna Hanover
Donna Hanover is an American journalist, radio and television personality, television producer, and actress, who appears on WOR radio in New York City and the Food Network.
Donna Hanover is an American journalist, radio and television personality, television producer, and actress, who appears on WOR radio in New York City and the Food Network.
Donnie Spragan
Donald Spragan, Jr. (born July 12, 1976 in Oakland, California) is an American football linebacker who is currently a free agent.
Donald Spragan, Jr. (born July 12, 1976 in Oakland, California) is an American football linebacker who is currently a free agent.
Dontrelle Willis
Dontrelle Wayne Willis, nicknamed "The D-Train", is an American professional baseball pitcher.
Dontrelle Wayne Willis, nicknamed "The D-Train", is an American professional baseball pitcher.
Dorothea Lange
Dorothea Lange (May 26, 1895 – October 11, 1965) was an influential American documentary photographer and photojournalist, best known for her Depression-era work for the Farm Security Administra...
Dorothea Lange (May 26, 1895 – October 11, 1965) was an influential American documentary photographer and photojournalist, best known for her Depression-era work for the Farm Security Administra...
Dorothy McCullough Lee
Dorothy McCullough Lee (April 1, 1901 – February 19, 1981) was an American politician and attorney in the state of Oregon.
Dorothy McCullough Lee (April 1, 1901 – February 19, 1981) was an American politician and attorney in the state of Oregon.
Doug Padilla
Douglas ("Doug") Padilla (born October 4, 1956 in Oakland, California) is a former middle and long distance runner from the United States, who won the overall Grand Prix 1985 and the World Cup 5...
Douglas ("Doug") Padilla (born October 4, 1956 in Oakland, California) is a former middle and long distance runner from the United States, who won the overall Grand Prix 1985 and the World Cup 5...
Drew Barry
Drew William Barry (born February 17, 1973 in Oakland, California) is a retired American professional basketball player.
Drew William Barry (born February 17, 1973 in Oakland, California) is a retired American professional basketball player.
Drew Gooden
Andrew Melvin "Drew" Gooden (born September 24, 1981 in Oakland, California) is an American professional basketball player in the NBA who plays for the Milwaukee Bucks.
Andrew Melvin "Drew" Gooden (born September 24, 1981 in Oakland, California) is an American professional basketball player in the NBA who plays for the Milwaukee Bucks.
Dru Down
Darnel Robinson,(born September 4, 1969) better known by his stage name Dru Down, is an American rapper and actor from Oakland, California.
Darnel Robinson,(born September 4, 1969) better known by his stage name Dru Down, is an American rapper and actor from Oakland, California.
Dwayne Murphy
Dwayne Keith Murphy (born on March 18, 1955, in Merced, California) is a former Major League Baseball player who spent most of his career playing for the Oakland Athletics as an outfielder.
Dwayne Keith Murphy (born on March 18, 1955, in Merced, California) is a former Major League Baseball player who spent most of his career playing for the Oakland Athletics as an outfielder.
Dwayne Taylor
Dwayne Taylor (born November 6, 1979 in Oakland, California) is a Canadian football linebacker who is currently a free agent.
Dwayne Taylor (born November 6, 1979 in Oakland, California) is a Canadian football linebacker who is currently a free agent.
EA-Ski
Shon Adams, better known by his stage name E-A-Ski, is an American rapper and producer from Oakland, California.
Shon Adams, better known by his stage name E-A-Ski, is an American rapper and producer from Oakland, California.
East Bay Ray
Raymond John Pepperell (born November 17, 1958 in Oakland, California), better known by his stage name East Bay Ray is a guitarist best known for his membership in the San Francisco Bay ar...
Raymond John Pepperell (born November 17, 1958 in Oakland, California), better known by his stage name East Bay Ray is a guitarist best known for his membership in the San Francisco Bay ar...
Ed Fernandes
Edward Paul Fernandes (March 11, 1918 – November 27, 1968) was a catcher in Major League Baseball.
Edward Paul Fernandes (March 11, 1918 – November 27, 1968) was a catcher in Major League Baseball.
Ed Long (audio engineer)
Edward M. Long is an audio engineer known for introducing the first near-field studio monitors and the first time-aligned loudspeaker crossover.
Edward M. Long is an audio engineer known for introducing the first near-field studio monitors and the first time-aligned loudspeaker crossover.
Eddie Anderson (comedian)
Edmund Lincoln Anderson (September 18, 1905 – February 28, 1977), also known as Eddie "Rochester" Anderson, was an American comedian and actor.
Edmund Lincoln Anderson (September 18, 1905 – February 28, 1977), also known as Eddie "Rochester" Anderson, was an American comedian and actor.
Edward M. Chen
Edward Milton Chen (Chinese: 鄭一芳）(born 1953) is a United States magistrate judge in California and a current federal judicial nominee to be a United States District Judge on the United States Di...
Edward Milton Chen (Chinese: 鄭一芳）(born 1953) is a United States magistrate judge in California and a current federal judicial nominee to be a United States District Judge on the United States Di...
Edwin Hawkins
Edwin Hawkins is a Grammy Award-winning American gospel and R&B musician, pianist, choir master, composer and arranger.
Edwin Hawkins is a Grammy Award-winning American gospel and R&B musician, pianist, choir master, composer and arranger.
Edwin Meese
Edwin "Ed" Meese, III (born December 2, 1931) is an attorney, law professor, and author who served in official capacities within the Ronald Reagan Gubernatorial Administration (1967–1974), the R...
Edwin "Ed" Meese, III (born December 2, 1931) is an attorney, law professor, and author who served in official capacities within the Ronald Reagan Gubernatorial Administration (1967–1974), the R...
Elinor Armer
Elinor Armer (born 6 October 1939) is an American pianist, music educator and composer.
Elinor Armer (born 6 October 1939) is an American pianist, music educator and composer.
Elizabeth Fishel
Elizabeth Fishel is a journalist and author.
Elizabeth Fishel is a journalist and author.
Ellen Corbett
Ellen Marie Corbett (born December 31, 1954) is a Democratic politician from San Leandro, California.
Ellen Marie Corbett (born December 31, 1954) is a Democratic politician from San Leandro, California.
En Vogue
En Vogue is an American female R&B vocal group from Oakland, California assembled by music producers Denzil Foster and Thomas McElroy.
En Vogue is an American female R&B vocal group from Oakland, California assembled by music producers Denzil Foster and Thomas McElroy.
Eric Carlson
Eric Carlson (1894 – July 28, 1932) was a US veteran from Oakland, California.
Eric Carlson (1894 – July 28, 1932) was a US veteran from Oakland, California.
Eric Fernsten
Eric Robert Fernsten (born November 1, 1953 in Oakland, California) is a retired American professional basketball player.
Eric Robert Fernsten (born November 1, 1953 in Oakland, California) is a retired American professional basketball player.
Ethel Grey Terry
Ethel Grey Terry (October 2, 1882 - January 6, 1931) was an American actress of the silent era.
Ethel Grey Terry (October 2, 1882 - January 6, 1931) was an American actress of the silent era.
Eugenia Clinchard
Eugenia Clinchard (July 5, 1904 - May 15, 1989) was an American child actress in the early 20th century.
Eugenia Clinchard (July 5, 1904 - May 15, 1989) was an American child actress in the early 20th century.
Everett C. Erle
Everett C. Erle (1906 -1990), of Oakland, California, was a promoter of philately in the San Francisco Bay area.
Everett C. Erle (1906 -1990), of Oakland, California, was a promoter of philately in the San Francisco Bay area.
Felix Mitchell
Felix Wayne Mitchell Jr. (August 23, 1954 - August 21, 1986) was a convicted drug lord from Oakland, California and leader of the notorious "69 Mob" criminal organization, which operated through...
Felix Wayne Mitchell Jr. (August 23, 1954 - August 21, 1986) was a convicted drug lord from Oakland, California and leader of the notorious "69 Mob" criminal organization, which operated through...
Florence Wysinger Allen
Florence Wysinger Allen (1913–1997) was an African American artists' model for more than 30 years.
Florence Wysinger Allen (1913–1997) was an African American artists' model for more than 30 years.
Forey Duckett
Forey Duckett is a former defensive back in the National Football League.
Forey Duckett is a former defensive back in the National Football League.
Fran Mullins
Francis Joseph Mullins is a former Major League Baseball infielder.
Francis Joseph Mullins is a former Major League Baseball infielder.
Francis Marion Smith
Francis Marion Smith was an American miner, business magnate and civic builder in the Mojave Desert, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Oakland, California.
Francis Marion Smith was an American miner, business magnate and civic builder in the Mojave Desert, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Oakland, California.
Frank Chu
Frank Chu (born 24 March 1960) is one of San Francisco's best-known eccentrics.
Frank Chu (born 24 March 1960) is one of San Francisco's best-known eccentrics.
Frank Duffy (baseball)
Frank Thomas Duffy (born October 14, 1946) is a former professional baseball shortstop.
Frank Thomas Duffy (born October 14, 1946) is a former professional baseball shortstop.
Frank Kovacs
Frank Kovacs (1919–1990) was an American tennis player in the mid-century; he was known as the "Clown Prince of Tennis" for his on-court antics but was a good enough player to be each year from ...
Frank Kovacs (1919–1990) was an American tennis player in the mid-century; he was known as the "Clown Prince of Tennis" for his on-court antics but was a good enough player to be each year from ...
Frank Robinson
Frank Robinson (born August 31, 1935), is a former Major League Baseball outfielder and manager.
Frank Robinson (born August 31, 1935), is a former Major League Baseball outfielder and manager.
Fred Ewing
Fred E. "Buck" Ewing (c.
Fred E. "Buck" Ewing (c.
Fred Korematsu
Fred Toyosaburo Korematsu was one of the many Japanese-American citizens living on the West Coast during World War II. Shortly after the Imperial Japanese Navy attacked Pearl Harbor, President F...
Fred Toyosaburo Korematsu was one of the many Japanese-American citizens living on the West Coast during World War II. Shortly after the Imperial Japanese Navy attacked Pearl Harbor, President F...
Fred Silva
Fred Silva (October 18, 1927 – December 3, 2004, born in Oakland, California) was an American football official in the National Football League (NFL) for 21 seasons from 1968 to 1988.
Fred Silva (October 18, 1927 – December 3, 2004, born in Oakland, California) was an American football official in the National Football League (NFL) for 21 seasons from 1968 to 1988.
Fred Spiess
Dr. Fred Noel Spiess (December 25, 1919 – September 8, 2006) was an oceanographer and marine explorer who helped create the FLIP floating laboratory.
Dr. Fred Noel Spiess (December 25, 1919 – September 8, 2006) was an oceanographer and marine explorer who helped create the FLIP floating laboratory.
Galen Rowell
Galen Avery Rowell (August 23, 1940 – August 11, 2002) was a noted wilderness photographer and climber.
Galen Avery Rowell (August 23, 1940 – August 11, 2002) was a noted wilderness photographer and climber.
Gary Payton
Gary Dwayne Payton (born July 23, 1968) is a former American professional basketball point guard.
Gary Dwayne Payton (born July 23, 1968) is a former American professional basketball point guard.
Gary Pettis
Gary George Pettis is the current first base coach of the Texas Rangers.
Gary George Pettis is the current first base coach of the Texas Rangers.
Gentry McCreary
Gentry McCreary, Sr. (born Gentry McCreary on September 19, 1941 in Oakland, California is a Gospel Music Executive.
Gentry McCreary, Sr. (born Gentry McCreary on September 19, 1941 in Oakland, California is a Gospel Music Executive.
George A. Wyman
George Adams Wyman (b. July 3, 1877 – d. November 15, 1959) was the first person to make a transcontinental crossing of the United States on a motor vehicle.
George Adams Wyman (b. July 3, 1877 – d. November 15, 1959) was the first person to make a transcontinental crossing of the United States on a motor vehicle.
George Estrada
George Estrada Jr. was born in Manila and came to America in 1956 with his mother, Milagros Estrada.
George Estrada Jr. was born in Manila and came to America in 1956 with his mother, Milagros Estrada.
George Stevens
George Stevens (December 18, 1904 – March 8, 1975) was an American film director, producer, screenwriter and cinematographer.
George Stevens (December 18, 1904 – March 8, 1975) was an American film director, producer, screenwriter and cinematographer.
Gerald Cadogan
Gerald Anthony Cadogan (born January 16, 1986, in Oakland, California) is an American football offensive tackle who currently plays for the Calgary Stampeders.
Gerald Anthony Cadogan (born January 16, 1986, in Oakland, California) is an American football offensive tackle who currently plays for the Calgary Stampeders.
Gerris Wilkinson
Gerris Vernard Bowers Wilkinson (born April 5, 1983 in Oakland, California) is an American football linebacker who is currently a free agent.
Gerris Vernard Bowers Wilkinson (born April 5, 1983 in Oakland, California) is an American football linebacker who is currently a free agent.
Gertrude Stein
Gertrude Stein (February 3, 1874 – July 27, 1946) was an American writer, poet and art collector who spent most of her life in France.
Gertrude Stein (February 3, 1874 – July 27, 1946) was an American writer, poet and art collector who spent most of her life in France.
Glenn Burke
Glenn Lawrence Burke was a Major League Baseball player for the Los Angeles Dodgers and Oakland Athletics from 1976 to 1979.
Glenn Lawrence Burke was a Major League Baseball player for the Los Angeles Dodgers and Oakland Athletics from 1976 to 1979.
Goapele
Goapele (pronounced gwa-puh-LAY; born Goapele Mohlabane July 11, 1977, is an American soul and R&B singer-songwriter.
Goapele (pronounced gwa-puh-LAY; born Goapele Mohlabane July 11, 1977, is an American soul and R&B singer-songwriter.
Gordon Gravelle
Gordon Carr Gravelle (born June 12, 1949 in Oakland, California) is a former American football offensive tackle in the National Football League.
Gordon Carr Gravelle (born June 12, 1949 in Oakland, California) is a former American football offensive tackle in the National Football League.
Grady Livingston
Grady Livingston is a former American college basketball player for Howard University who is best known for leading NCAA Division I in blocks as a junior in 1993–94.
Grady Livingston is a former American college basketball player for Howard University who is best known for leading NCAA Division I in blocks as a junior in 1993–94.
Greg Foster (basketball)
Gregory Clinton Foster (born October 3, 1968) is a retired American professional basketball player.
Gregory Clinton Foster (born October 3, 1968) is a retired American professional basketball player.
Guy Colwell
Guy Colwell (born March 28, 1945, in Oakland, California) is an American political artist and underground cartoonist.
Guy Colwell (born March 28, 1945, in Oakland, California) is an American political artist and underground cartoonist.
Hans Reiser
Hans Thomas Reiser (born December 19, 1963) is an American computer programmer, entrepreneur, and convicted murderer.
Hans Thomas Reiser (born December 19, 1963) is an American computer programmer, entrepreneur, and convicted murderer.
Hans Riemer
Hans Riemer (born September 5, 1972) is an American politician and progressive political activist.
Hans Riemer (born September 5, 1972) is an American politician and progressive political activist.
Harry Partch
Harry Partch (June 24, 1901 – September 3, 1974) was an American composer and instrument creator.
Harry Partch (June 24, 1901 – September 3, 1974) was an American composer and instrument creator.
Heather Fargo
Heather Fargo (born December 12, 1952, in Oakland, California) is a former Mayor and former City Council Member of Sacramento, California.
Heather Fargo (born December 12, 1952, in Oakland, California) is a former Mayor and former City Council Member of Sacramento, California.
Heather Petri
Heather Petri (born June 13, 1978 in Oakland, California) is an American water polo player, who won the silver medal with the US Women's National Team at the 2000 Summer Olympics and also won a ...
Heather Petri (born June 13, 1978 in Oakland, California) is an American water polo player, who won the silver medal with the US Women's National Team at the 2000 Summer Olympics and also won a ...
Helen Zia
Helen Zia (謝漢蘭; pinyin: Xiè Hànlán; born 1952) is an American journalist and scholar who has covered Asian American communities and social and political movements for decades.
Helen Zia (謝漢蘭; pinyin: Xiè Hànlán; born 1952) is an American journalist and scholar who has covered Asian American communities and social and political movements for decades.
Henry J. Kaiser
Henry John Kaiser (May 9, 1882 – August 24, 1967) was an American industrialist who became known as the father of modern American shipbuilding.
Henry John Kaiser (May 9, 1882 – August 24, 1967) was an American industrialist who became known as the father of modern American shipbuilding.
Henry Price (tenor)
Henry Price (born October 18, 1945, in Oakland, California) is a well-known American operatic tenor, who was a pupil of the tenor Eugene Conley.
Henry Price (born October 18, 1945, in Oakland, California) is a well-known American operatic tenor, who was a pupil of the tenor Eugene Conley.
Henry Turner (basketball)
Henry Frank Turner (born August 18, 1966 in Oakland, California) is a retired American professional basketball player, in the small forward position.
Henry Frank Turner (born August 18, 1966 in Oakland, California) is a retired American professional basketball player, in the small forward position.
Herbert Anderson
Herbert Anderson (March 30, 1917 – June 11, 1994) was an American character actor from Oakland, California, probably best remembered for his part as Henry Mitchell in the classic televisio...
Herbert Anderson (March 30, 1917 – June 11, 1994) was an American character actor from Oakland, California, probably best remembered for his part as Henry Mitchell in the classic televisio...
Horace Barker
Horace Albert "Nook" Barker (November 29, 1907 – December 24, 2000) was an American biochemist and microbiologist who studied the operation of biological and chemical processes in plants, ...
Horace Albert "Nook" Barker (November 29, 1907 – December 24, 2000) was an American biochemist and microbiologist who studied the operation of biological and chemical processes in plants, ...
Howard Lincoln
Howard Charles Lincoln (born February 14, 1940) is an American lawyer and businessman, known primarily for being the former chairman of Nintendo of America and the current Chairman and Chief Exe...
Howard Charles Lincoln (born February 14, 1940) is an American lawyer and businessman, known primarily for being the former chairman of Nintendo of America and the current Chairman and Chief Exe...
Isaiah Rider
Isaiah Rider, Jr., nicknamed J.R. (born March 12, 1971), is an American former professional basketball player.
Isaiah Rider, Jr., nicknamed J.R. (born March 12, 1971), is an American former professional basketball player.
Ise lyfe
Ise Lyfe, born Isaac Brown, is a spoken word and hip-hop artist as well as an educator, community organizer, and activist.
Ise Lyfe, born Isaac Brown, is a spoken word and hip-hop artist as well as an educator, community organizer, and activist.
Ishmael Reed
Ishmael Scott Reed (born 22 February 1938) is an American poet, essayist, and novelist.
Ishmael Scott Reed (born 22 February 1938) is an American poet, essayist, and novelist.
J-Stalin
J. Stalin, real name ricky stitt, is a rap musician from the Cypress Village housing projects in West Oakland.
J. Stalin, real name ricky stitt, is a rap musician from the Cypress Village housing projects in West Oakland.
J. Stalin
Jovan Smith, better known by his stage name J. Stalin, is a rapper from the Cypress Village housing projects in West Oakland.
Jovan Smith, better known by his stage name J. Stalin, is a rapper from the Cypress Village housing projects in West Oakland.
Jack Delinger
Jack Delinger (born June 22, 1926) is an American professional bodybuilder from Oakland, California.
Jack Delinger (born June 22, 1926) is an American professional bodybuilder from Oakland, California.
Jack Soo
Jack Soo was a Japanese American actor.
Jack Soo was a Japanese American actor.
Jake Bern
Jake Bern (b. 1979 in Oakland, California) is an American actor who has had extensive work in primarily television and commercials.
Jake Bern (b. 1979 in Oakland, California) is an American actor who has had extensive work in primarily television and commercials.
James Iglehart
James Iglehart is a former American actor that appeared in a six films during the 1970's and was the leading actor in the 1973 blaxploitation film Savage!.
James Iglehart is a former American actor that appeared in a six films during the 1970's and was the leading actor in the 1973 blaxploitation film Savage!.
James Keith Singleton, Jr.
James Keith Singleton, Jr. (born January 27, 1939), is a judge from the U.S. state of Alaska.
James Keith Singleton, Jr. (born January 27, 1939), is a judge from the U.S. state of Alaska.
James Keller
Father James Keller, M.M. (June 27, 1900 – February 7, 1977) was a Roman Catholic priest in the Maryknoll Order.
Father James Keller, M.M. (June 27, 1900 – February 7, 1977) was a Roman Catholic priest in the Maryknoll Order.
James Robinson (distance runner)
James J. Robinson, Jr. (born August 27, 1954 in Oakland, California) is a former American middle distance runner.
James J. Robinson, Jr. (born August 27, 1954 in Oakland, California) is a former American middle distance runner.
James Yimm Lee
James Yimm Lee (, published as James Y. Lee) was an American martial arts pioneer, teacher, author, publisher, and a welder by profession.
James Yimm Lee (, published as James Y. Lee) was an American martial arts pioneer, teacher, author, publisher, and a welder by profession.
Jamie Stewart
James "Jamie" Cyrus Stewart (born March 2, 1978) is the front-man of the American musical group Xiu Xiu (singer/guitarist/programmer), a former front-man of IBOPA and Ten in the Swear Jar and a ...
James "Jamie" Cyrus Stewart (born March 2, 1978) is the front-man of the American musical group Xiu Xiu (singer/guitarist/programmer), a former front-man of IBOPA and Ten in the Swear Jar and a ...
Jamison Green
Jamison "James" Green (born in 1948 in Oakland, California) is a leader in the transgender rights movement.
Jamison "James" Green (born in 1948 in Oakland, California) is a leader in the transgender rights movement.
Jarrad Page
Jarrad Matthew Page (born October 19, 1984) is an American football safety for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League.
Jarrad Matthew Page (born October 19, 1984) is an American football safety for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League.
Jason Cropper
Jason Cropper (born June 27, 1971 in Oakland, California) is a musician best known as an original member of the band Weezer.
Jason Cropper (born June 27, 1971 in Oakland, California) is a musician best known as an original member of the band Weezer.
Jason Kidd
Jason Frederick Kidd (born March 23, 1973) is an American professional basketball point guard who plays for the Dallas Mavericks of the National Basketball Association.
Jason Frederick Kidd (born March 23, 1973) is an American professional basketball point guard who plays for the Dallas Mavericks of the National Basketball Association.
Jason Shiga
Jason Shiga is an Asian American cartoonist who incorporates puzzles, mysteries and unconventional narrative techniques into his work.
Jason Shiga is an Asian American cartoonist who incorporates puzzles, mysteries and unconventional narrative techniques into his work.
Jason Snell
Jason Snell (born October 6, 1970 in Oakland, California) is a writer and editor whose professional career has been spent covering Apple Computer's Apple Macintosh computers and related technologies.
Jason Snell (born October 6, 1970 in Oakland, California) is a writer and editor whose professional career has been spent covering Apple Computer's Apple Macintosh computers and related technologies.
Jay Bybee
Jay Scott Bybee (born October 27, 1953 in Oakland, California) is a federal judge on the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
Jay Scott Bybee (born October 27, 1953 in Oakland, California) is a federal judge on the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
Jeff Frye
Jeffrey Dustin Frye is a former baseball player who played second base for the Texas Rangers, the Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays and the Colorado Rockies.
Jeffrey Dustin Frye is a former baseball player who played second base for the Texas Rangers, the Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays and the Colorado Rockies.
Jeff Hanneman
Jeffrey John "Jeff", "Brandon Harris" Hanneman is a rhythm/lead guitarist and founding member of the American thrash metal band Slayer.
Jeffrey John "Jeff", "Brandon Harris" Hanneman is a rhythm/lead guitarist and founding member of the American thrash metal band Slayer.
Jel
Jel (born Jeffrey Logan) is a hip hop producer and rapper for the Anticon label.
Jel (born Jeffrey Logan) is a hip hop producer and rapper for the Anticon label.
Jelani McCoy
Jelani Marwan McCoy is an American professional basketball player who will play for the Meralco Bolts.
Jelani Marwan McCoy is an American professional basketball player who will play for the Meralco Bolts.
Jeremiah C. Sullivan
Jeremiah Cutler Sullivan (October 1, 1830 – October 21, 1890) was an Indiana lawyer, antebellum United States Navy officer, and a brigadier general in the Union Army during the American Ci...
Jeremiah Cutler Sullivan (October 1, 1830 – October 21, 1890) was an Indiana lawyer, antebellum United States Navy officer, and a brigadier general in the Union Army during the American Ci...
Jermaine Dye
Jermaine Trevell Dye (born January 28, 1974) is a retired American Major League Baseball right fielder and designated hitter.
Jermaine Trevell Dye (born January 28, 1974) is a retired American Major League Baseball right fielder and designated hitter.
Jerome Richardson
Jerome Richardson (November 15, 1920 – June 23, 2000) was an American jazz musician, tenor saxophonist, and flute player, who also played alto sax, baritone sax, clarinet and piccolo.
Jerome Richardson (November 15, 1920 – June 23, 2000) was an American jazz musician, tenor saxophonist, and flute player, who also played alto sax, baritone sax, clarinet and piccolo.
Jerre Denoble
Jerre Denoble was an American outfielder who played part of a season in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League.
Jerre Denoble was an American outfielder who played part of a season in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League.
Jerry Garvin
Theodore Jared "Jerry" Garvin (born October 21, 1955 in Oakland, California), is a former professional baseball player who pitched a total of six season in Major League Baseball, all for the Tor...
Theodore Jared "Jerry" Garvin (born October 21, 1955 in Oakland, California), is a former professional baseball player who pitched a total of six season in Major League Baseball, all for the Tor...
Jim Pollard
James Clifford "Jim" Pollard (July 9, 1922 – January 22, 1993) was an American professional basketball player.
James Clifford "Jim" Pollard (July 9, 1922 – January 22, 1993) was an American professional basketball player.
Jim Tobin
James Anthony Tobin, known as Abba Dabba, (December 27, 1912, Oakland, California—May 19, 1969, Oakland) was a right-handed major league baseball pitcher with the Pittsburgh Pirates, B...
James Anthony Tobin, known as Abba Dabba, (December 27, 1912, Oakland, California—May 19, 1969, Oakland) was a right-handed major league baseball pitcher with the Pittsburgh Pirates, B...
Jim Wiechers
James L. Wiechers (born August 7, 1944) is an American professional golfer who played on the PGA Tour in the 1960s and 1970s.
James L. Wiechers (born August 7, 1944) is an American professional golfer who played on the PGA Tour in the 1960s and 1970s.
Jimmy Rollins
James Calvin "Jimmy" Rollins (born November 27, 1978 in Oakland, California), nicknamed "J-Roll", is an All-Star and former MVP shortstop, who plays for the Philadelphia Phillies of Major League...
James Calvin "Jimmy" Rollins (born November 27, 1978 in Oakland, California), nicknamed "J-Roll", is an All-Star and former MVP shortstop, who plays for the Philadelphia Phillies of Major League...
Jo Van Fleet
Jo Van Fleet (December 30, 1914 – June 10, 1996) was an American theatre and film actress.
Jo Van Fleet (December 30, 1914 – June 10, 1996) was an American theatre and film actress.
Joani Blank
Joani Blank is an entrepreneur, editor, writer, videographer, educator, cohousing enthusiast and adviser, and inventor in the field of sexuality.
Joani Blank is an entrepreneur, editor, writer, videographer, educator, cohousing enthusiast and adviser, and inventor in the field of sexuality.
Joaquin Miller
Joaquin Miller was the pen name of the colorful American poet Cincinnatus Heine (or Hiner) Miller (September 8, 1837 - February 17, 1913), nicknamed the "Poet of the Sierras".
Joaquin Miller was the pen name of the colorful American poet Cincinnatus Heine (or Hiner) Miller (September 8, 1837 - February 17, 1913), nicknamed the "Poet of the Sierras".
Joe Ellis
Joseph (Joe) Franklin Ellis (born May 3, 1944 in Oakland, California) is a retired American basketball player.
Joseph (Joe) Franklin Ellis (born May 3, 1944 in Oakland, California) is a retired American basketball player.
Joe Knowland
Joseph William Knowland (born 1930) is an actor from Oakland, California.
Joseph William Knowland (born 1930) is an actor from Oakland, California.
Joe Morgan
Joe Leonard Morgan is a former Major League Baseball second baseman who played for the Houston Astros, Cincinnati Reds, San Francisco Giants, Philadelphia Phillies, and Oakland Athletics from 19...
Joe Leonard Morgan is a former Major League Baseball second baseman who played for the Houston Astros, Cincinnati Reds, San Francisco Giants, Philadelphia Phillies, and Oakland Athletics from 19...
Joe Rossi (baseball)
Joseph Anthony Rossi was a professional baseball player.
Joseph Anthony Rossi was a professional baseball player.
Joel Makower
Joel Makower (b. 19 February 1952 in Oakland, California) is an entrepreneur, writer, and strategist on sustainable business, clean technology, and green marketing.
Joel Makower (b. 19 February 1952 in Oakland, California) is an entrepreneur, writer, and strategist on sustainable business, clean technology, and green marketing.
John B. Felton
John Brooks Felton (born 1827 in Saugus, Massachusetts, died May 2, 1877 in Oakland, California was an American jurist and politician who served as the 14th Mayor of Oakland, California).
John Brooks Felton (born 1827 in Saugus, Massachusetts, died May 2, 1877 in Oakland, California was an American jurist and politician who served as the 14th Mayor of Oakland, California).
John Burris
John Leonard Burris (born May 8, 1945) is an American civil rights attorney, based in Oakland, California, known for his work in police brutality cases representing plaintiffs.
John Leonard Burris (born May 8, 1945) is an American civil rights attorney, based in Oakland, California, known for his work in police brutality cases representing plaintiffs.
John Carl Warnecke
John Carl Warnecke was an architect based in San Francisco, California, who designed numerous notable monuments and structures in the Modernist, Bauhaus, and other similar styles.
John Carl Warnecke was an architect based in San Francisco, California, who designed numerous notable monuments and structures in the Modernist, Bauhaus, and other similar styles.
John Gillespie (baseball)
John Gillespie was a baseball pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds.
John Gillespie was a baseball pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds.
John Kaizan Neptune
John Kaizan Neptune (b. Oakland, California, November 13, 1951) is an American player and builder of the shakuhachi (Japanese bamboo flute).
John Kaizan Neptune (b. Oakland, California, November 13, 1951) is an American player and builder of the shakuhachi (Japanese bamboo flute).
John Larkin (radio and television actor)
John Larkin (April 11, 1912—January 29, 1965) was an American actor whose nearly-30-year career was capped by his 1950s portrayal of two fictional criminal attorneys — Perry Mason on radio and M...
John Larkin (April 11, 1912—January 29, 1965) was an American actor whose nearly-30-year career was capped by his 1950s portrayal of two fictional criminal attorneys — Perry Mason on radio and M...
John Markoff
John Markoff (born October 24, 1949) is a journalist best known for his work at The New York Times, and a book and series of articles about the 1990s pursuit and capture of hacker Kevin Mitnick.
John Markoff (born October 24, 1949) is a journalist best known for his work at The New York Times, and a book and series of articles about the 1990s pursuit and capture of hacker Kevin Mitnick.
John Ralston (coach)
John R. Ralston (born April 26, 1927) is a former American football player, coach, and sports executive.
John R. Ralston (born April 26, 1927) is a former American football player, coach, and sports executive.
John Stephen Cummins
John Stephen Cummins (born March 3, 1928) is an American prelate of the Roman Catholic Church.
John Stephen Cummins (born March 3, 1928) is an American prelate of the Roman Catholic Church.
Jon Barry
Jon Alan Barry is an American television analyst for ABC and ESPN. Barry is renowned for being slow of mind and sluggish in speech.
Jon Alan Barry is an American television analyst for ABC and ESPN. Barry is renowned for being slow of mind and sluggish in speech.
Jon Faddis
Jon Faddis (born July 24, 1953) is an American jazz trumpet player, conductor, composer, and educator renowned for both his highly virtuosic command of the instrument and for his expertise in th...
Jon Faddis (born July 24, 1953) is an American jazz trumpet player, conductor, composer, and educator renowned for both his highly virtuosic command of the instrument and for his expertise in th...
Jose Canseco
José Canseco Capas, Jr. (born July 2, 1964) is a Cuban-American professional baseball manager, outfielder, and designated hitter for the Yuma Scorpions of the North American League and former Ma...
José Canseco Capas, Jr. (born July 2, 1964) is a Cuban-American professional baseball manager, outfielder, and designated hitter for the Yuma Scorpions of the North American League and former Ma...
Joseph Nisbet LeConte
Joseph Nisbet LeConte (February 7, 1870 – February 1, 1950) was a noted explorer of the Sierra Nevada.
Joseph Nisbet LeConte (February 7, 1870 – February 1, 1950) was a noted explorer of the Sierra Nevada.
Josh Johnson (American football)
Josh Johnson (born May 15, 1986) is an American football quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the National Football League.
Josh Johnson (born May 15, 1986) is an American football quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the National Football League.
Judee Sill
Judee Sill (born Judith Lynn Sill, October 7, 1944 – November 23, 1979) was an American singer and songwriter.
Judee Sill (born Judith Lynn Sill, October 7, 1944 – November 23, 1979) was an American singer and songwriter.
June Pointer
June Antoinette Pointer Whitmore (November 30, 1953 – April 11, 2006) was an American Pop/R&B singer and was a founding member/and lead vocalist of the vocal group The Pointer Sisters.
June Antoinette Pointer Whitmore (November 30, 1953 – April 11, 2006) was an American Pop/R&B singer and was a founding member/and lead vocalist of the vocal group The Pointer Sisters.
Junior Tautalatasi
Taivale Tautalatasi, Jr. is a former American football running back in the National Football League for the Philadelphia Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys.
Taivale Tautalatasi, Jr. is a former American football running back in the National Football League for the Philadelphia Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys.
Justin Rosenstein
Justin Rosenstein is the co-creator of the collaborative software company Asana along with Facebook co-founder Dustin Moskovitz.
Justin Rosenstein is the co-creator of the collaborative software company Asana along with Facebook co-founder Dustin Moskovitz.
Karen Tei Yamashita
Born January 8, 1951 in Oakland, California, Karen Tei Yamashita is a Japanese American writer and Associate Professor of Literature at University of California, Santa Cruz, where she teaches cr...
Born January 8, 1951 in Oakland, California, Karen Tei Yamashita is a Japanese American writer and Associate Professor of Literature at University of California, Santa Cruz, where she teaches cr...
Kat Foster
Kat Foster, sometimes credited as Kathy Foster (born May 17, 1978), is an American actress.
Kat Foster, sometimes credited as Kathy Foster (born May 17, 1978), is an American actress.
Kathleen Chalfant
Kathleen Chalfant (born January 14, 1945) is an American actress.
Kathleen Chalfant (born January 14, 1945) is an American actress.
Kathryn Reiss
Kathryn Reiss (born December 4,1957-) is an American author of award-winning children's and young adult fiction.
Kathryn Reiss (born December 4,1957-) is an American author of award-winning children's and young adult fiction.
Keak da Sneak
Charles Toby Bowens (born May 9, 1977), commonly known by his stage name Keak da Sneak, is a rapper from Oakland, California.
Charles Toby Bowens (born May 9, 1977), commonly known by his stage name Keak da Sneak, is a rapper from Oakland, California.
Kelli White
Kelli White (born April 1, 1977 in Oakland, California) is a former American sprinter.
Kelli White (born April 1, 1977 in Oakland, California) is a former American sprinter.
Ken Ard
Ken Ard is an American dancer, actor and singer.
Ken Ard is an American dancer, actor and singer.
Ken Hofmann
Kenneth Harry Hofmann (born February 15, 1923 in Oakland, California) is a builder, real estate developer and philanthropist who is best known for being the former owner of both the Seattle Seah...
Kenneth Harry Hofmann (born February 15, 1923 in Oakland, California) is a builder, real estate developer and philanthropist who is best known for being the former owner of both the Seattle Seah...
Kenneth Tobey
Kenneth Tobey (March 23, 1917 – December 22, 2002) was an American stage, television, and film actor.
Kenneth Tobey (March 23, 1917 – December 22, 2002) was an American stage, television, and film actor.
Kevin Hardy (defensive tackle)
Kevin Thomas Hardy (born July 28, 1945 in Oakland, California) is a former professional American football player who was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the first round (12th pick overall)...
Kevin Thomas Hardy (born July 28, 1945 in Oakland, California) is a former professional American football player who was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the first round (12th pick overall)...
Keyshia Cole
Keyshia Myeshia Cole Gibson (born October 15, 1981) is an American singer–songwriter and actress.
Keyshia Myeshia Cole Gibson (born October 15, 1981) is an American singer–songwriter and actress.
Kirk Francis
Kirk H. Francis is a production sound mixer in the motion picture industry.
Kirk H. Francis is a production sound mixer in the motion picture industry.
Kirk Morrison
Kirk David Morrison (born February 19, 1982 in Oakland, California) is an American football linebacker for the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League.
Kirk David Morrison (born February 19, 1982 in Oakland, California) is an American football linebacker for the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League.
Kirsten Costas
Kirsten Marina Costas (July 23, 1968 – June 23, 1984) was an American high school student who was murdered by her classmate, Bernadette Protti, in 1984.
Kirsten Marina Costas (July 23, 1968 – June 23, 1984) was an American high school student who was murdered by her classmate, Bernadette Protti, in 1984.
Kortney Ryan Ziegler
Kortney Ryan Ziegler (born December 15, 1980) is an award-winning filmmaker, visual artist, writer and scholar based in Oakland, Ca. His artistic and academic work focuses on queer/trans issues...
Kortney Ryan Ziegler (born December 15, 1980) is an award-winning filmmaker, visual artist, writer and scholar based in Oakland, Ca. His artistic and academic work focuses on queer/trans issues...
Kwatsi Alibaruho
Kwatsi Alibaruho is the first African American Flight Director for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
Kwatsi Alibaruho is the first African American Flight Director for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
La Vel Freeman
La Vel Freeman (born La Vel Maurice Freeman) is a former Major League Baseball outfielder.
La Vel Freeman (born La Vel Maurice Freeman) is a former Major League Baseball outfielder.
Langdon K. Fieberling
Langdon Kellogg Fieberling was born on 3 January 1910 in Oakland, California, enlisted in the United States Naval Reserve on 7 October 1935, and after training and service as an aviation cadet, ...
Langdon Kellogg Fieberling was born on 3 January 1910 in Oakland, California, enlisted in the United States Naval Reserve on 7 October 1935, and after training and service as an aviation cadet, ...
Langston Walker
Langston Branden Walker (born September 3, 1979 in Oakland, California) is an American football offensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders of the National Football League.
Langston Branden Walker (born September 3, 1979 in Oakland, California) is an American football offensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders of the National Football League.
Lars Anderson (baseball)
Lars Anderson is an American professional baseball first baseman with the Oakland Athletics of Major League Baseball.
Lars Anderson is an American professional baseball first baseman with the Oakland Athletics of Major League Baseball.
Lateef
Lateef the Truthspeaker (born Lateef K. Daumont, September 28, 1974 in Oakland, California) also known as The Truthspeaker or simply Lateef, is an American hip-hop artist who ...
Lateef the Truthspeaker (born Lateef K. Daumont, September 28, 1974 in Oakland, California) also known as The Truthspeaker or simply Lateef, is an American hip-hop artist who ...
Lateef and the Chief
Lateef and the Chief are a side project of Quannum Projects crew members Lateef and Chief Xcel.
Lateef and the Chief are a side project of Quannum Projects crew members Lateef and Chief Xcel.
LaToya London
LaToya Renee London (born on December 29, 1978) is an American R&B and soul singer and actress who was the fourth-place finalist on the third season of the reality/talent-search television serie...
LaToya Renee London (born on December 29, 1978) is an American R&B and soul singer and actress who was the fourth-place finalist on the third season of the reality/talent-search television serie...
Laurentine Hamilton
Laurentine Hamilton (1826 - April 9, 1882) was a Presbyterian minister accused of heresy, and founder of the First Unitarian Church of Oakland.
Laurentine Hamilton (1826 - April 9, 1882) was a Presbyterian minister accused of heresy, and founder of the First Unitarian Church of Oakland.
Len Gabrielson (first baseman)
Leonard Hilburne Gabrielson was a first baseman in Major League Baseball who appeared in 5 games for the Philadelphia Phillies during the 1939 season.
Leonard Hilburne Gabrielson was a first baseman in Major League Baseball who appeared in 5 games for the Philadelphia Phillies during the 1939 season.
Leon Burns
Leon Keith Burns (September 15, 1942 – December 22, 1985) was an American football running back who played for two years in the National Football League.
Leon Keith Burns (September 15, 1942 – December 22, 1985) was an American football running back who played for two years in the National Football League.
Leon Powe
Leon Powe, Jr. is an American professional basketball power forward who last played for the Memphis Grizzlies of the National Basketball Association.
Leon Powe, Jr. is an American professional basketball power forward who last played for the Memphis Grizzlies of the National Basketball Association.
Leslie Ann Jones
Leslie Ann Jones is a multiple Grammy Award-winning recording engineer working as Director of Music Recording and Scoring at Skywalker Sound, a Lucasfilm, Ltd. company.
Leslie Ann Jones is a multiple Grammy Award-winning recording engineer working as Director of Music Recording and Scoring at Skywalker Sound, a Lucasfilm, Ltd. company.
Lew Fonseca
Lewis Albert Fonseca (January 21, 1899 - November 26, 1989) was an American first and second baseman in Major League Baseball for the Cincinnati Reds, Philadelphia Phillies, Cleveland Indians, a...
Lewis Albert Fonseca (January 21, 1899 - November 26, 1989) was an American first and second baseman in Major League Baseball for the Cincinnati Reds, Philadelphia Phillies, Cleveland Indians, a...
Lillian Moller Gilbreth
Lillian Moller Gilbreth (born Lillie Evelyn Moller; May 24, 1878 – January 2, 1972) was an American psychologist and industrial engineer.
Lillian Moller Gilbreth (born Lillie Evelyn Moller; May 24, 1878 – January 2, 1972) was an American psychologist and industrial engineer.
Linda Berglin
Linda Lee Berglin (born October 19, 1944) is a Minnesota politician and a former member of the Minnesota Senate who represented District 61, which includes portions of the city of Minneapolis in...
Linda Lee Berglin (born October 19, 1944) is a Minnesota politician and a former member of the Minnesota Senate who represented District 61, which includes portions of the city of Minneapolis in...
Lloyd Hamilton
Lloyd Vernon Hamilton (August 19, 1891 in Oakland, California – January 19, 1935 in Hollywood, California) was a major silent film star.
Lloyd Vernon Hamilton (August 19, 1891 in Oakland, California – January 19, 1935 in Hollywood, California) was a major silent film star.
Lorenzo Hoopes
Lorenzo Hoopes (born 1913) is as of January 2010 the head of the Paramount Theatre Board in Oakland, California.
Lorenzo Hoopes (born 1913) is as of January 2010 the head of the Paramount Theatre Board in Oakland, California.
Louise Erickson (actress)
Louise Erickson was an American film actress.
Louise Erickson was an American film actress.
Lucy Burman
Lucille Burman Flato (September 21, 1922 - January 7, 2004) was a writer, American Communist Party member and union activist.
Lucille Burman Flato (September 21, 1922 - January 7, 2004) was a writer, American Communist Party member and union activist.
Luenell
Luenell Campbell (born March 12, 1959), known professionally as Luenell, is an American comedienne and actress.
Luenell Campbell (born March 12, 1959), known professionally as Luenell, is an American comedienne and actress.
Luis Scott-Vargas
Luis Scott-Vargas (born 17 February 1983) is a professional Magic: the Gathering player from Oakland, CA, USA. His accomplishments include 7 Grand Prix top 8's (4 wins), and 5 Pro Tour top 8's (...
Luis Scott-Vargas (born 17 February 1983) is a professional Magic: the Gathering player from Oakland, CA, USA. His accomplishments include 7 Grand Prix top 8's (4 wins), and 5 Pro Tour top 8's (...
Lyndsy Fonseca
Lyndsy Marie Fonseca is an American actress known for playing Colleen Carlton on the CBS daytime soap opera The Young and The Restless, Dylan Mayfair on the ABC series Desperate Housewives...
Lyndsy Marie Fonseca is an American actress known for playing Colleen Carlton on the CBS daytime soap opera The Young and The Restless, Dylan Mayfair on the ABC series Desperate Housewives...
Lynette Sweet
Lynette Sweet is the president of the Bay Area Rapid Transit District, a special purpose district in the San Francisco Bay Area that operates the Bay Area Rapid Transit rail system.
Lynette Sweet is the president of the Bay Area Rapid Transit District, a special purpose district in the San Francisco Bay Area that operates the Bay Area Rapid Transit rail system.
Mac Dre
Andre Louis Hicks (July 5, 1970 – November 1, 2004), better known by his stage name Mac Dre, was an American rapper, and the initial founder of Thizz Entertainment, and the now defunct Rom...
Andre Louis Hicks (July 5, 1970 – November 1, 2004), better known by his stage name Mac Dre, was an American rapper, and the initial founder of Thizz Entertainment, and the now defunct Rom...
MacArthur Lane
MacArthur Lane (born March 16, 1942 in Oakland, California) is a former professional American football player who was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 1st round (13th overall) of the 1...
MacArthur Lane (born March 16, 1942 in Oakland, California) is a former professional American football player who was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 1st round (13th overall) of the 1...
Manny Fernandez (American football)
Manuel Jose Fernandez (born July 3, 1946) is a former American football player of who played eight seasons for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League.
Manuel Jose Fernandez (born July 3, 1946) is a former American football player of who played eight seasons for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League.
Marcus Foster
Marcus Albert Foster (March 31, 1923 – November 6, 1973) was a respected African-American educator who gained a national reputation for educational excellence while serving as principal of...
Marcus Albert Foster (March 31, 1923 – November 6, 1973) was a respected African-American educator who gained a national reputation for educational excellence while serving as principal of...
Marcus Moore
Marcus Braymont Moore (born November 2, 1970 in Oakland, California) is an American former Major League Baseball player.
Marcus Braymont Moore (born November 2, 1970 in Oakland, California) is an American former Major League Baseball player.
Marcus Williams (American football)
Marcus Williams is a former backup tight end for the Oakland Raiders who was forced to retire in 2003 after teammate Bill Romanowski broke his eye socket with a punch.
Marcus Williams is a former backup tight end for the Oakland Raiders who was forced to retire in 2003 after teammate Bill Romanowski broke his eye socket with a punch.
Mark Hamill
Mark Richard Hamill (born September 25, 1951) is an American actor, voice artist, producer, director, and writer, best known for his role as Luke Skywalker in the original trilogy of Star Wars.
Mark Richard Hamill (born September 25, 1951) is an American actor, voice artist, producer, director, and writer, best known for his role as Luke Skywalker in the original trilogy of Star Wars.
Mark Lindquist (sculptor)
Mark Lindquist (born 1949) is an American sculptor in wood, artist, author, and photographer.
Mark Lindquist (born 1949) is an American sculptor in wood, artist, author, and photographer.
Marlin Briscoe
Marlin Oliver (Marlin the Magician) Briscoe (born September 10, 1945 in Oakland, California) is a former American collegiate and Professional Football wide receiver/quarterback who played profes...
Marlin Oliver (Marlin the Magician) Briscoe (born September 10, 1945 in Oakland, California) is a former American collegiate and Professional Football wide receiver/quarterback who played profes...
Marshawn Lynch
Marshawn Terrell Lynch is an American football running back for the Seattle Seahawks of the National Football League.
Marshawn Terrell Lynch is an American football running back for the Seattle Seahawks of the National Football League.
Martin Tevaseu
Martin Tauamanu Tevaseu born October 7, 1987 is an American football nose tackle for the New York Jets of the National Football League.
Martin Tauamanu Tevaseu born October 7, 1987 is an American football nose tackle for the New York Jets of the National Football League.
Marty Keough
Richard Martin Keough (born April 14, 1934 in Oakland, California) is a former outfielder in Major League Baseball who played from through for the Boston Red Sox (1956-60), Cleveland Indians (...
Richard Martin Keough (born April 14, 1934 in Oakland, California) is a former outfielder in Major League Baseball who played from through for the Boston Red Sox (1956-60), Cleveland Indians (...
Marty Paich
Martin Louis "Marty" Paich (January 23, 1925, Oakland, California – August 12, 1995, Santa Ynez, California) was an American pianist, composer, arranger, producer, music director and conductor.
Martin Louis "Marty" Paich (January 23, 1925, Oakland, California – August 12, 1995, Santa Ynez, California) was an American pianist, composer, arranger, producer, music director and conductor.
Marvel Smith
Marvel Amos Smith (born August 6, 1978 in Oakland, California) is a former professional American football offensive tackle.
Marvel Amos Smith (born August 6, 1978 in Oakland, California) is a former professional American football offensive tackle.
Marviel Underwood
Marviel Underwood (born February 17, 1982 in Oakland, California) is an American football safety who is currently a free agent.
Marviel Underwood (born February 17, 1982 in Oakland, California) is an American football safety who is currently a free agent.
Marvin Panch
Marvin Panch (born May 28, 1926, in Menomonie, Wisconsin, USA) is a former NASCAR driver.
Marvin Panch (born May 28, 1926, in Menomonie, Wisconsin, USA) is a former NASCAR driver.
María Rosa Lida de Malkiel
María Rosa Lida de Malkiel, born Maria Rosa Lida (November 7, 1910 – September 25, 1962), was an Argentine philologist.
María Rosa Lida de Malkiel, born Maria Rosa Lida (November 7, 1910 – September 25, 1962), was an Argentine philologist.
Matt Beech
Lucas Matthew Beech (born January 20, 1972, in Oakland, California) is a professional baseball player.
Lucas Matthew Beech (born January 20, 1972, in Oakland, California) is a professional baseball player.
Max Baer, Jr.
Max Baer Jr (born December 4, 1937) is an American actor, screenwriter, producer, and director.
Max Baer Jr (born December 4, 1937) is an American actor, screenwriter, producer, and director.
Maxine Hong Kingston
Maxine Hong Kingston (; born October 27, 1940) is a Chinese American author and Professor Emeritus at the University of California, Berkeley, where she graduated with a BA in English in 1962.
Maxine Hong Kingston (; born October 27, 1940) is a Chinese American author and Professor Emeritus at the University of California, Berkeley, where she graduated with a BA in English in 1962.
MC Hammer
Stanley Kirk Burrell (born March 30, 1962), better known by his stage name MC Hammer (or simply Hammer), is an American rapper, entertainer, business entrepreneur, dancer and actor.
Stanley Kirk Burrell (born March 30, 1962), better known by his stage name MC Hammer (or simply Hammer), is an American rapper, entertainer, business entrepreneur, dancer and actor.
Megan Leigh
Megan Leigh (born Michelle Maira Schei on (March 2, 1964 – June 16, 1990) was an American stripteaser and star of adult videos.
Megan Leigh (born Michelle Maira Schei on (March 2, 1964 – June 16, 1990) was an American stripteaser and star of adult videos.
Meilani Clay
Meilani Clay (born January 11, 1988) is a conscious writer, educator and poetry slam champion from the San Francisco Bay Area, California.
Meilani Clay (born January 11, 1988) is a conscious writer, educator and poetry slam champion from the San Francisco Bay Area, California.
Michael A. Goorjian
Michael Antranig Goorjian (born May 20, 1971) is an Armenian actor and filmmaker.
Michael Antranig Goorjian (born May 20, 1971) is an Armenian actor and filmmaker.
Michael Arbuthnot
Michael Alexander Arbuthnot (born 8 June 1974) is an archaeologist, instructor and archaeological film-maker.
Michael Alexander Arbuthnot (born 8 June 1974) is an archaeologist, instructor and archaeological film-maker.
Michael E. Burgess
Michael Eldon Burgess (born June 1, 1960) is an American actor known for his sinister television portrayal of Dennis Rader, the BTK Killer.
Michael Eldon Burgess (born June 1, 1960) is an American actor known for his sinister television portrayal of Dennis Rader, the BTK Killer.
Michael Quinn (academic)
Michael Quinn, F.S.C. (died March 15, 2009) was an American Roman Catholic Lasallian Brothers and psychology professor.
Michael Quinn, F.S.C. (died March 15, 2009) was an American Roman Catholic Lasallian Brothers and psychology professor.
Michele Rosewoman
Michele Rosewoman is an American jazz pianist born in Oakland, CA. She is most notable for her work and recordings with her Quintessence ensemble as well as for several trio and quartet record...
Michele Rosewoman is an American jazz pianist born in Oakland, CA. She is most notable for her work and recordings with her Quintessence ensemble as well as for several trio and quartet record...
Mike Bauer
Mike Bauer (born June 29, 1959 in Oakland) is a retired American tour professional tennis player.
Mike Bauer (born June 29, 1959 in Oakland) is a retired American tour professional tennis player.
Mike Botts
Michael G. Botts (December 8, 1944 – December 9, 2005) was the drummer of 1970s soft rock band Bread and a studio musician.
Michael G. Botts (December 8, 1944 – December 9, 2005) was the drummer of 1970s soft rock band Bread and a studio musician.
Mike Dirnt
Michael Ryan Pritchard is an American musician, best known as the bassist, backing vocalist and co-founder of the American rock band Green Day.
Michael Ryan Pritchard is an American musician, best known as the bassist, backing vocalist and co-founder of the American rock band Green Day.
Mike Eng
Michael "Mike" F. Eng was elected to the California State Assembly in November 2006 and represents the 49th District.
Michael "Mike" F. Eng was elected to the California State Assembly in November 2006 and represents the 49th District.
Mike Kaufmann
Mike Kaufmann (born Michael Kaufmann, in Oakland, California on April 19, 1966) is an American heavy metal bass guitarist.
Mike Kaufmann (born Michael Kaufmann, in Oakland, California on April 19, 1966) is an American heavy metal bass guitarist.
Mike Sherrard
Michael Watson Sherrard (born June 21, 1963 in Oakland, California) is a former professional American football player who was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the 1st round (18th overall) of the...
Michael Watson Sherrard (born June 21, 1963 in Oakland, California) is a former professional American football player who was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the 1st round (18th overall) of the...
Mills Watson
Mills Watson (born July 10, 1940) is an American actor.
Mills Watson (born July 10, 1940) is an American actor.
Mistah F.A.B.
Stanley Petey Cox (born January 23, 1982), better known by his stage name Mistah F.A.B. (abbreviation for Faeva Afta Bread), is an American rapper.
Stanley Petey Cox (born January 23, 1982), better known by his stage name Mistah F.A.B. (abbreviation for Faeva Afta Bread), is an American rapper.
Mitch Mullany
Mitch Mullany was an American comedian, actor, and screenwriter.
Mitch Mullany was an American comedian, actor, and screenwriter.
Mitchell Baker
Winifred Mitchell Baker, better known simply as Mitchell Baker is the Chairperson of the Mozilla Foundation and Chairperson and former Chief Executive Officer of the Mozilla Corporation, a...
Winifred Mitchell Baker, better known simply as Mitchell Baker is the Chairperson of the Mozilla Foundation and Chairperson and former Chief Executive Officer of the Mozilla Corporation, a...
Monte Pearson
Montgomery Marcellus (Monte) Pearson (September 2, 1908 - January 27, 1978) was a starting pitcher in Major League Baseball who played for the Cleveland Indians (1932-1935), New York Yankees (19...
Montgomery Marcellus (Monte) Pearson (September 2, 1908 - January 27, 1978) was a starting pitcher in Major League Baseball who played for the Cleveland Indians (1932-1935), New York Yankees (19...
Morris Owens
Morris Owens (born February 14, 1953 in Oakland, California), is a former professional American football player who was the Tampa Bay Buccaneers leading receiver in 1976, their first season in t...
Morris Owens (born February 14, 1953 in Oakland, California), is a former professional American football player who was the Tampa Bay Buccaneers leading receiver in 1976, their first season in t...
Mose Durst
Mose Durst (born 1939) is an author, educator, and the former national president of the Unification Church of the United States.
Mose Durst (born 1939) is an author, educator, and the former national president of the Unification Church of the United States.
Mother Wright
Mary Ann Wright, known as Mother Wright, was an humanitarian activist living and working in Oakland, California.
Mary Ann Wright, known as Mother Wright, was an humanitarian activist living and working in Oakland, California.
Nance O'Neil
Nance O'Neil (also Nancy O'Neil) (8 October 1874 – 7 February 1965) was an American actress of stage and silent cinema of the early 20th century, dubbed the American Bernhardt.
Nance O'Neil (also Nancy O'Neil) (8 October 1874 – 7 February 1965) was an American actress of stage and silent cinema of the early 20th century, dubbed the American Bernhardt.
Nancy Simons
Nancy Joan Simons (-Peterson) (born May 20, 1938 in Oakland, California) was an American swimmer.
Nancy Joan Simons (-Peterson) (born May 20, 1938 in Oakland, California) was an American swimmer.
Nate Ilaoa
Nate Ilaoa (born April 4, 1983) is an American football running back who is currently a free agent.
Nate Ilaoa (born April 4, 1983) is an American football running back who is currently a free agent.
Nathan Haynes
Nathan Raymond Haynes (born September 7, 1979 in Oakland, California) is a Major League Baseball outfielder in the Texas Rangers organization.
Nathan Raymond Haynes (born September 7, 1979 in Oakland, California) is a Major League Baseball outfielder in the Texas Rangers organization.
Nathan Oliveira
Nathan Oliveira (December 19, 1928 - November 13, 2010) was an American painter, printmaker, and sculptor, born in Oakland, California to Portuguese parents.
Nathan Oliveira (December 19, 1928 - November 13, 2010) was an American painter, printmaker, and sculptor, born in Oakland, California to Portuguese parents.
Nell Irvin Painter
Nell Irvin Painter (born Nell Irvin, 1942) is an American historian notable for her works on southern history of the nineteenth century.
Nell Irvin Painter (born Nell Irvin, 1942) is an American historian notable for her works on southern history of the nineteenth century.
Nellie Wong
Nellie Wong (born 12 September 1934) is a poet and activist for feminist and socialist causes.
Nellie Wong (born 12 September 1934) is a poet and activist for feminist and socialist causes.
Nicholas A. Veliotes
Nicholas Alexander Veliotes (born October 28, 1928 in Oakland, California) is a former United States Foreign Service Officer and diplomat.
Nicholas Alexander Veliotes (born October 28, 1928 in Oakland, California) is a former United States Foreign Service Officer and diplomat.
Nicholas C. Petris
Nicholas C. Petris (born February 25, 1923) was a California State Senator from 1966 until 1996.
Nicholas C. Petris (born February 25, 1923) was a California State Senator from 1966 until 1996.
Nick Reed
Nicholas Matthew Reed is an American football defensive end, formerly with the Chicago Bears, now with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Nicholas Matthew Reed is an American football defensive end, formerly with the Chicago Bears, now with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Nina Serrano
Nina Serrano (born 1934) is an American poet, writer, storyteller, and independent media producer who lives in Oakland, California.
Nina Serrano (born 1934) is an American poet, writer, storyteller, and independent media producer who lives in Oakland, California.
Nnegest Likké
Nnegest Likké is an American film director and screenwriter.
Nnegest Likké is an American film director and screenwriter.
Norton Buffalo
Norton Buffalo (September 28, 1951 – October 30, 2009) was a singer-songwriter, country and blues harmonica player, record producer, bandleader and recording artist best known as a versatile exp...
Norton Buffalo (September 28, 1951 – October 30, 2009) was a singer-songwriter, country and blues harmonica player, record producer, bandleader and recording artist best known as a versatile exp...
Odis Allison
Odis Allison Jr. (born October 2, 1949) is a retired American basketball player.
Odis Allison Jr. (born October 2, 1949) is a retired American basketball player.
Opio
Opio Lindsey, known by his stage name, Opio, (born: 1975), is a member of the four-member, Oakland-based underground hip hop group, Souls of Mischief, and the eight-member, underground hip...
Opio Lindsey, known by his stage name, Opio, (born: 1975), is a member of the four-member, Oakland-based underground hip hop group, Souls of Mischief, and the eight-member, underground hip...
Paige Haley
Paige Haley (born May 10, 1966) is a musician and producer.
Paige Haley (born May 10, 1966) is a musician and producer.
Pamela Blake
Pamela Blake (August 6, 1915 – October 6, 2009) was an American film actress.
Pamela Blake (August 6, 1915 – October 6, 2009) was an American film actress.
Passion (rapper)
Passione J. Johnson, better known as Passion is a former American rapper from Oakland, California.
Passione J. Johnson, better known as Passion is a former American rapper from Oakland, California.
Patricia Polacco
Patricia Barber Polacco (b.
Patricia Barber Polacco (b.
Paul M. Ellwood
Paul M. Ellwood, Jr., M.D., is a prominent figure in American health care over the past fifty years.
Paul M. Ellwood, Jr., M.D., is a prominent figure in American health care over the past fifty years.
Paul M. Ellwood, Jr.
Paul M. Ellwood, Jr. (born 16 July 1926) is a prominent figure in American health care.
Paul M. Ellwood, Jr. (born 16 July 1926) is a prominent figure in American health care.
Paul Mooney (comedian)
Paul Mooney (born August 4, 1941) is an American comedian, writer, social critic, television and film actor.
Paul Mooney (born August 4, 1941) is an American comedian, writer, social critic, television and film actor.
Paul Pierce
Paul Anthony Pierce, nicknamed The Truth, is an American professional basketball forward with the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association.
Paul Anthony Pierce, nicknamed The Truth, is an American professional basketball forward with the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association.
Pep Love
Paulo Peacock, better known by his stage name, Pep Love, is an American hip hop artist and motivational speaker.
Paulo Peacock, better known by his stage name, Pep Love, is an American hip hop artist and motivational speaker.
Perri "Pebbles" Reid
Perri A. Reid, formerly known as Pebbles (born Perri Arnette McKissack, August 29, 1964) is an American dance-pop and urban contemporary singer-songwriter.
Perri A. Reid, formerly known as Pebbles (born Perri Arnette McKissack, August 29, 1964) is an American dance-pop and urban contemporary singer-songwriter.
Peter Clentzos
Peter Clentzos (June 15, 1909 in Oakland, California — September 11, 2006 in Rancho Mirage, California) was an American pole vaulter and the son of Greek immigrants who competed for Greece in th...
Peter Clentzos (June 15, 1909 in Oakland, California — September 11, 2006 in Rancho Mirage, California) was an American pole vaulter and the son of Greek immigrants who competed for Greece in th...
Peter Rocca
Peter Rocca (born July 27, 1957 in Oakland, California) is a former international backstroke swimmer from the United States.
Peter Rocca (born July 27, 1957 in Oakland, California) is a former international backstroke swimmer from the United States.
Peter Stafford
Peter Stafford (April 11, 1939 – July 20, 2007) was an American writer and author of the Psychedelics Encyclopedia (ISBN 0-914171-51-8).
Peter Stafford (April 11, 1939 – July 20, 2007) was an American writer and author of the Psychedelics Encyclopedia (ISBN 0-914171-51-8).
Pharoah Sanders
Pharoah Sanders (born October 13, 1940) is a Grammy Award–winning American jazz saxophonist.
Pharoah Sanders (born October 13, 1940) is a Grammy Award–winning American jazz saxophonist.
Phesto
Damani Thompson, known by the stage names, Phesto and Phesto Dee, is an American rapper and producer.
Damani Thompson, known by the stage names, Phesto and Phesto Dee, is an American rapper and producer.
Phil McKinnely
Philip Byron "Phil" McKinnely (born July 8, 1954 in Oakland, California) is a former American football offensive tackle who played seven seasons in the NFL, mainly for the Atlanta Falcons, and t...
Philip Byron "Phil" McKinnely (born July 8, 1954 in Oakland, California) is a former American football offensive tackle who played seven seasons in the NFL, mainly for the Atlanta Falcons, and t...
Phyllis Ann Karr
Phyllis Ann Karr, born July 25, 1944, is an American author of fantasy, romances, mysteries, and non-fiction.
Phyllis Ann Karr, born July 25, 1944, is an American author of fantasy, romances, mysteries, and non-fiction.
Preston Epps
Preston Epps (b. 1931, Oakland, California) is an American percussionist.
Preston Epps (b. 1931, Oakland, California) is an American percussionist.
Pumpsie Green
Elijah Jerry "Pumpsie" Green (born October 27, 1933 in Boley, Oklahoma) is a former Major League Baseball backup infielder who played with the Boston Red Sox (1959-62) and New York Mets (1963).
Elijah Jerry "Pumpsie" Green (born October 27, 1933 in Boley, Oklahoma) is a former Major League Baseball backup infielder who played with the Boston Red Sox (1959-62) and New York Mets (1963).
Quinton Ganther
Quinton Ganther (born July 15, 1984 in Oakland, California) is an American football running back who is currently a member of the Buffalo Bills.
Quinton Ganther (born July 15, 1984 in Oakland, California) is an American football running back who is currently a member of the Buffalo Bills.
R. Prophet
Kenneth Ryan Anthony (born in Oakland, California), better known by his stage name R. Prophet, is an American rapper.
Kenneth Ryan Anthony (born in Oakland, California), better known by his stage name R. Prophet, is an American rapper.
Ralph H. Johnson
Ralph Henry Johnson (January 1, 1949–March 5, 1968) was a United States Marine who posthumously received the Medal of Honor for heroism in March 1968 during the Vietnam War.
Ralph Henry Johnson (January 1, 1949–March 5, 1968) was a United States Marine who posthumously received the Medal of Honor for heroism in March 1968 during the Vietnam War.
Ray Crouse
Ray Crouse is a former running back in the National Football League.
Ray Crouse is a former running back in the National Football League.
Ray Lamanno
Raymond Simon Lamanno, is a former professional baseball player who played catcher in the Major Leagues from 1941-1948.
Raymond Simon Lamanno, is a former professional baseball player who played catcher in the Major Leagues from 1941-1948.
Rebecca Fromer
Rebecca Camhi Fromer was an American playwright, historian and poet.
Rebecca Camhi Fromer was an American playwright, historian and poet.
Reggie Jackson
Reginald Martinez "Reggie" Jackson (born May 18, 1946), nicknamed "Mr. October" for his clutch hitting in the postseason with the New York Yankees, is a former American Major League Baseba...
Reginald Martinez "Reggie" Jackson (born May 18, 1946), nicknamed "Mr. October" for his clutch hitting in the postseason with the New York Yankees, is a former American Major League Baseba...
Renel Brooks-Moon
Renel Brooks-Moon (born 1958) is the public address announcer for the San Francisco Giants, as well as a local radio personality.
Renel Brooks-Moon (born 1958) is the public address announcer for the San Francisco Giants, as well as a local radio personality.
Rich Nye
Richard Raymond Nye (born August 4, 1944 in Oakland, California), is a retired American professional baseball player who was a left-handed pitcher in the Major Leagues from 1966-1970.
Richard Raymond Nye (born August 4, 1944 in Oakland, California), is a retired American professional baseball player who was a left-handed pitcher in the Major Leagues from 1966-1970.
Richard Stamps
Richard B. Stamps (born 1942) is an associate professor of anthropology at Oakland University and Chair of The Ambassador Leonard Woodcock Legacy.
Richard B. Stamps (born 1942) is an associate professor of anthropology at Oakland University and Chair of The Ambassador Leonard Woodcock Legacy.
Richard Wyands
Richard Wyands (born July 2, 1928 in Oakland, California) is a hard bop pianist best known as a side-man.
Richard Wyands (born July 2, 1928 in Oakland, California) is a hard bop pianist best known as a side-man.
Richie Rich (rapper)
Richard Serrell, better known by his stage name Richie Rich, is a rapper from Oakland, California.
Richard Serrell, better known by his stage name Richie Rich, is a rapper from Oakland, California.
Rickey Henderson
Rickey Henley Henderson (born Rickey Nelson Henley, December 25, 1958 in Chicago, Illinois) is a former Major League Baseball left fielder who played for nine teams from 1979 to 2003, incl...
Rickey Henley Henderson (born Rickey Nelson Henley, December 25, 1958 in Chicago, Illinois) is a former Major League Baseball left fielder who played for nine teams from 1979 to 2003, incl...
Robert Culp
Robert Martin Culp (August 16, 1930March 24, 2010) was an American actor, scriptwriter, voice actor and director, widely known for his work in television.
Robert Martin Culp (August 16, 1930March 24, 2010) was an American actor, scriptwriter, voice actor and director, widely known for his work in television.
Robert Duncan (poet)
Robert Duncan (January 7, 1919 – February 3, 1988) was an American poet and a student of H.D. and the Western esoteric tradition who spent most of his career in and around San Francisco.
Robert Duncan (January 7, 1919 – February 3, 1988) was an American poet and a student of H.D. and the Western esoteric tradition who spent most of his career in and around San Francisco.
Robert Earl Sawyer
Robert Earl Sawyer was an American playwright, director and actor.
Robert Earl Sawyer was an American playwright, director and actor.
Robert Flynn
Robb Flynn (born Lawrence Matthew Cardine, adopted, July 19, 1968, Oakland, California) is best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist for the heavy metal band Machine Head.
Robb Flynn (born Lawrence Matthew Cardine, adopted, July 19, 1968, Oakland, California) is best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist for the heavy metal band Machine Head.
Robert Jordan (American football)
Robert Jordan (born January 29, 1986 in Oakland, California) is a Canadian football wide receiver who is currently a member of the Florida Tarpons of the Ultimate Indoor Football League.
Robert Jordan (born January 29, 1986 in Oakland, California) is a Canadian football wide receiver who is currently a member of the Florida Tarpons of the Ultimate Indoor Football League.
Robert McNamara
Robert Strange McNamara (June 9, 1916 – July 6, 2009) was an American business executive and the eighth Secretary of Defense, serving under Presidents John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson...
Robert Strange McNamara (June 9, 1916 – July 6, 2009) was an American business executive and the eighth Secretary of Defense, serving under Presidents John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson...
Robert Treuhaft
Robert Edward Treuhaft was an American lawyer and the second husband of Jessica Mitford.
Robert Edward Treuhaft was an American lawyer and the second husband of Jessica Mitford.
Robert Woolsey
Robert Woolsey was an American stage and screen comedian and half of the 1930s comedy team Wheeler & Woolsey.
Robert Woolsey was an American stage and screen comedian and half of the 1930s comedy team Wheeler & Woolsey.
Roger Harding
Roger Harding is a former center in the National Football League.
Roger Harding is a former center in the National Football League.
Roger Nichols (recording engineer)
Roger Scott Nichols was an American seven-time Grammy Award-winning recording engineer, producer and inventor.
Roger Scott Nichols was an American seven-time Grammy Award-winning recording engineer, producer and inventor.
Ron Dellums
Ronald Vernie "Ron" Dellums (born November 24, 1935) served as Oakland's forty-fifth (and third African-American) mayor.
Ronald Vernie "Ron" Dellums (born November 24, 1935) served as Oakland's forty-fifth (and third African-American) mayor.
Ron Howard (American football)
Ronald Ford Howard (born March 3, 1951 in Oakland, California) is a retired U.S. professional American football tight end who played in six seasons in the National Football League for the Dalla...
Ronald Ford Howard (born March 3, 1951 in Oakland, California) is a retired U.S. professional American football tight end who played in six seasons in the National Football League for the Dalla...
Ron Theobald
Ron Theobald is a former Major League Baseball second baseman.
Ron Theobald is a former Major League Baseball second baseman.
Ron Thompson (blues guitarist)
Ron Thompson is an American electric blues and blues rock guitarist, singer and songwriter.
Ron Thompson is an American electric blues and blues rock guitarist, singer and songwriter.
Ron Tomsic
Ronald Paul Tomsic (born April 3, 1933) is a former American basketball player.
Ronald Paul Tomsic (born April 3, 1933) is a former American basketball player.
Ronald Ridenhour
Ronald Lee Ridenhour (April 6, 1946 – May 10, 1998), a young GI who served in the 11th Infantry Brigade during the Vietnam War, played a central role in spurring the investigation of the My Lai ...
Ronald Lee Ridenhour (April 6, 1946 – May 10, 1998), a young GI who served in the 11th Infantry Brigade during the Vietnam War, played a central role in spurring the investigation of the My Lai ...
Rosalie Moore
Rosalie Moore, Gertrude Elizabeth Moore (born October 8, 1910 Oakland, California – 2000) was an American poet.
Rosalie Moore, Gertrude Elizabeth Moore (born October 8, 1910 Oakland, California – 2000) was an American poet.
Roy Shivers
Roy Shivers was the General Manager of the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League from December 24, 1999 until August 21, 2006; the first Black general manager in professional ...
Roy Shivers was the General Manager of the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League from December 24, 1999 until August 21, 2006; the first Black general manager in professional ...
Roy Sommer
Roy A. Sommer (born April 5, 1957 in Oakland, California) was a professional ice hockey player who played for the Edmonton Oilers of the NHL. He also served as an assistant coach of the San Jose...
Roy A. Sommer (born April 5, 1957 in Oakland, California) was a professional ice hockey player who played for the Edmonton Oilers of the NHL. He also served as an assistant coach of the San Jose...
Rufus Skillern
Rufus Skillern (born May 12, 1982, in Oakland, California) is a professional Canadian football wide receiver free agent.
Rufus Skillern (born May 12, 1982, in Oakland, California) is a professional Canadian football wide receiver free agent.
Russ Meyer
Russell Albion "Russ" Meyer (March 21, 1922 – September 18, 2004) was a U.S. motion picture director, producer, screenwriter, cinematographer, editor, actor and photographer.
Russell Albion "Russ" Meyer (March 21, 1922 – September 18, 2004) was a U.S. motion picture director, producer, screenwriter, cinematographer, editor, actor and photographer.
Russell Garcia (composer)
Russell Garcia, QSM (12 April 1916 – 20 November 2011) was a composer and arranger who wrote a wide variety of music for screen, stage and broadcast.
Russell Garcia, QSM (12 April 1916 – 20 November 2011) was a composer and arranger who wrote a wide variety of music for screen, stage and broadcast.
Russell Hornsby
Russell Hornsby (born 1974 in Oakland, California) is an American theater, television, and film actor.
Russell Hornsby (born 1974 in Oakland, California) is an American theater, television, and film actor.
Ruth Pointer
Ruth Pointer (born March 19, 1946) is an American R&B singer, best known for being the eldest member of The Pointer Sisters.
Ruth Pointer (born March 19, 1946) is an American R&B singer, best known for being the eldest member of The Pointer Sisters.
Ryan Drese
Ryan Thomas Drese is a Major League Baseball pitcher currently in the Houston Astros organization.
Ryan Thomas Drese is a Major League Baseball pitcher currently in the Houston Astros organization.
Scott Braley
Scott Braley (born March 26, 1947) was a leftist activist and a regional organizer for the Michigan State University's chapter of the Students for a Democratic Society, better known as SDS. Bra...
Scott Braley (born March 26, 1947) was a leftist activist and a regional organizer for the Michigan State University's chapter of the Students for a Democratic Society, better known as SDS. Bra...
Scotty Beckett
Scott Hastings "Scotty" Beckett (October 4, 1929 – May 10, 1968) was an American child actor.
Scott Hastings "Scotty" Beckett (October 4, 1929 – May 10, 1968) was an American child actor.
Seagram (rapper)
Seagram Miller (1969–July 31, 1996) was an American rapper from Oakland, California.
Seagram Miller (1969–July 31, 1996) was an American rapper from Oakland, California.
Shakir Stewart
Shakir Stewart (April 12, 1974 – November 1, 2008), a native of Oakland, California, was a US record executive in a number of companies, the latest being Def Jam.
Shakir Stewart (April 12, 1974 – November 1, 2008), a native of Oakland, California, was a US record executive in a number of companies, the latest being Def Jam.
Sharon Percy Rockefeller
Sharon Percy Rockefeller is the wife of former Governor of West Virginia and current U.S. Senator John Davison "Jay" Rockefeller IV of West Virginia and served as that state's First Lady from 19...
Sharon Percy Rockefeller is the wife of former Governor of West Virginia and current U.S. Senator John Davison "Jay" Rockefeller IV of West Virginia and served as that state's First Lady from 19...
Sharon Shore
Sharon Shore is a dancer in ballet, musical comedy theater, opera, and television.
Sharon Shore is a dancer in ballet, musical comedy theater, opera, and television.
Shaun Williams
Shaun LeJon Williams is a former American football safety, most recently for the Carolina Panthers, of the National Football League.
Shaun LeJon Williams is a former American football safety, most recently for the Carolina Panthers, of the National Football League.
Shawn Harris
Shawn Harris (born June 24, 1982) was the lead singer and guitarist for pop punk group, The Matches.
Shawn Harris (born June 24, 1982) was the lead singer and guitarist for pop punk group, The Matches.
Shawn Wong
Shawn Hsu Wong (born 1949 in Oakland, California) is an author and Professor of English and former Director of the University Honors Program (2003–06), Chair of the Department of English (1997–2...
Shawn Hsu Wong (born 1949 in Oakland, California) is an author and Professor of English and former Director of the University Honors Program (2003–06), Chair of the Department of English (1997–2...
Sheila E.
Sheila Escovedo (born December 12, 1957), known by her stage name Sheila E., is an American drummer and percussionist, perhaps best known for her work with Prince, George Duke and Ringo Starr.
Sheila Escovedo (born December 12, 1957), known by her stage name Sheila E., is an American drummer and percussionist, perhaps best known for her work with Prince, George Duke and Ringo Starr.
Shemar Moore
Shemar Franklin Moore (, born April 20, 1970) is an American actor and former male fashion model.
Shemar Franklin Moore (, born April 20, 1970) is an American actor and former male fashion model.
Shooty Babitt
Mack Neal "Shooty" Babitt (born March 9, 1959, in Oakland, California) was an American baseball second baseman.
Mack Neal "Shooty" Babitt (born March 9, 1959, in Oakland, California) was an American baseball second baseman.
Sonny Barger
Ralph Hubert "Sonny" Barger is a founding member of the Oakland, California, U.S. chapter of the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club.
Ralph Hubert "Sonny" Barger is a founding member of the Oakland, California, U.S. chapter of the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club.
Stephanie Pakrul
Stephanie Pakrul (born September 9, 1982), better known as StephTheGeek, is an internet personality.
Stephanie Pakrul (born September 9, 1982), better known as StephTheGeek, is an internet personality.
Stephen Clark (swimmer)
Stephen ("Steve") Edward Clark (born June 17, 1943) is a former American swimmer and Yale varsity swimming captain.
Stephen ("Steve") Edward Clark (born June 17, 1943) is a former American swimmer and Yale varsity swimming captain.
Stephen Curry (basketball)
Wardell Stephen Curry II (born March 14, 1988) is an American professional basketball player with the Golden State Warriors of the National Basketball Association.
Wardell Stephen Curry II (born March 14, 1988) is an American professional basketball player with the Golden State Warriors of the National Basketball Association.
Stephen Stokols
Stephen Stokols is an American entrepreneur located in Oakland, California.
Stephen Stokols is an American entrepreneur located in Oakland, California.
Sterling Moore
Sterling Moore (born February 3, 1990) is an American football cornerback for the New England Patriots.
Sterling Moore (born February 3, 1990) is an American football cornerback for the New England Patriots.
Steve DeBerg
Steven Leroy DeBerg (born January 19, 1954 in Oakland, California) had a long career as an American Football quarterback.
Steven Leroy DeBerg (born January 19, 1954 in Oakland, California) had a long career as an American Football quarterback.
Steve Hosey
Steven Bernard Hosey (born April 2, 1969 in Oakland, California) is a former right fielder in Major League Baseball.
Steven Bernard Hosey (born April 2, 1969 in Oakland, California) is a former right fielder in Major League Baseball.
Steve Odom
Steve Odom (born September 5, 1952 in Oakland, California) is a former American football wide receiver and kick returner in the National Football League who played for the Green Bay Packers (197...
Steve Odom (born September 5, 1952 in Oakland, California) is a former American football wide receiver and kick returner in the National Football League who played for the Green Bay Packers (197...
Steven T. Murray
Steven T. Murray (born 7 October 1943) is an American translator from Swedish, German, Danish, and Norwegian.
Steven T. Murray (born 7 October 1943) is an American translator from Swedish, German, Danish, and Norwegian.
Stu Cook
Stuart Alden Cook (born April 25, 1945) is an American bass guitarist, best known for his work in the rock band, Creedence Clearwater Revival.
Stuart Alden Cook (born April 25, 1945) is an American bass guitarist, best known for his work in the rock band, Creedence Clearwater Revival.
Sumner Getchell
Sumner Getchell was an American film actor.
Sumner Getchell was an American film actor.
Sunshine Becker
Sunshine Becker (born Sunshine Flower Garcia on July 1, 1972 in Oakland, California) is an American singer, who currently performs backing vocals for the band, Furthur.
Sunshine Becker (born Sunshine Flower Garcia on July 1, 1972 in Oakland, California) is an American singer, who currently performs backing vocals for the band, Furthur.
Susan Seaforth Hayes
Susan Seaforth Hayes (born Susan Seabold on July 11, 1943 in Oakland, California) is an American dramatic actress.
Susan Seaforth Hayes (born Susan Seabold on July 11, 1943 in Oakland, California) is an American dramatic actress.
Tajai
Tajai Massey, known by the stage name, Tajai (born: April 21, 1975), is an American rapper and producer.
Tajai Massey, known by the stage name, Tajai (born: April 21, 1975), is an American rapper and producer.
Tarik Glenn
Tarik Glenn (born May 25, 1976 in Cleveland, Ohio) is a former American football offensive tackle who played for the Indianapolis Colts.
Tarik Glenn (born May 25, 1976 in Cleveland, Ohio) is a former American football offensive tackle who played for the Indianapolis Colts.
Ted Connolly
Theodore William Connolly (born December 5, 1931) is a former professional American football player.
Theodore William Connolly (born December 5, 1931) is a former professional American football player.
Ted Lange
Theodore William "Ted" Lange (born January 5, 1948) is an American actor, director, and screenwriter best known for his role as the bartender, Isaac Washington, in the 1970s TV series The Love...
Theodore William "Ted" Lange (born January 5, 1948) is an American actor, director, and screenwriter best known for his role as the bartender, Isaac Washington, in the 1970s TV series The Love...
Terrell Lowery
Quenton Terrell Lowery (born October 25, 1970 in Oakland, California) was an outfielder for the Chicago Cubs, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, and San Francisco Giants.
Quenton Terrell Lowery (born October 25, 1970 in Oakland, California) was an outfielder for the Chicago Cubs, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, and San Francisco Giants.
The Grouch (rapper)
The Grouch, is an MC, producer, and member of the underground hip hop groups the Living Legends, G&E, The CMA and Z&G. He was born in Oakland, California, where he attended Bishop O'Dowd High S...
The Grouch, is an MC, producer, and member of the underground hip hop groups the Living Legends, G&E, The CMA and Z&G. He was born in Oakland, California, where he attended Bishop O'Dowd High S...
Thomas Schelling
Thomas Crombie Schelling (born 14 April 1921) is an American economist and professor of foreign affairs, national security, nuclear strategy, and arms control at the School of Public Policy at ...
Thomas Crombie Schelling (born 14 April 1921) is an American economist and professor of foreign affairs, national security, nuclear strategy, and arms control at the School of Public Policy at ...
Tim Armstrong
Timothy Lockwood Armstrong (born November 25, 1965) is an American musician, songwriter, and record producer, best known for his work with punk rock bands Rancid, Operation Ivy, Downfall, and th...
Timothy Lockwood Armstrong (born November 25, 1965) is an American musician, songwriter, and record producer, best known for his work with punk rock bands Rancid, Operation Ivy, Downfall, and th...
Timothy B. Schmit
Timothy Bruce Schmit (born October 30, 1947, in Oakland, California) is an American musician and songwriter, best known for his work as bass guitar player and singer for Poco and the Eagles.
Timothy Bruce Schmit (born October 30, 1947, in Oakland, California) is an American musician and songwriter, best known for his work as bass guitar player and singer for Poco and the Eagles.
Tom Fitzsimmons
Thomas William Fitzsimmons (April 6, 1890 - December 20, 1971), was a professional baseball player who played third base in four games for the Brooklyn Robins during the 1919 baseball season.
Thomas William Fitzsimmons (April 6, 1890 - December 20, 1971), was a professional baseball player who played third base in four games for the Brooklyn Robins during the 1919 baseball season.
Tom Hanks
Thomas Jeffrey "Tom" Hanks (born July 9, 1956) is an American actor, producer, writer, and director.
Thomas Jeffrey "Tom" Hanks (born July 9, 1956) is an American actor, producer, writer, and director.
Tom Scott (Canadian football)
Tom Scott (born November 19, 1951 in Oakland, California) was a Canadian Football League receiver for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Edmonton Eskimos and Calgary Stampeders.
Tom Scott (born November 19, 1951 in Oakland, California) was a Canadian Football League receiver for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Edmonton Eskimos and Calgary Stampeders.
Tommie Lindsey
Tommie Lindsey (born September 28, 1951 Oakland, California) is a Forensics coach, at James Logan High School.
Tommie Lindsey (born September 28, 1951 Oakland, California) is a Forensics coach, at James Logan High School.
Tony Lema
Anthony David "Tony" Lema (February 25, 1934 – July 24, 1966) was an American professional golfer, who rose to fame in the beginning of golf's modern era, but had his young life and career cut s...
Anthony David "Tony" Lema (February 25, 1934 – July 24, 1966) was an American professional golfer, who rose to fame in the beginning of golf's modern era, but had his young life and career cut s...
Tony! Toni! Toné!
Tony! Toni! Toné! is an American Soul/R&B group from Oakland, California, popular during the late 1980s and early to mid 1990s.
Tony! Toni! Toné! is an American Soul/R&B group from Oakland, California, popular during the late 1980s and early to mid 1990s.
Too Short
Todd Anthony Shaw (born April 28, 1966), better known by the stage name Too Short (stylized as Too $hort), is an American rapper, producer, and actor who started his career at the ag...
Todd Anthony Shaw (born April 28, 1966), better known by the stage name Too Short (stylized as Too $hort), is an American rapper, producer, and actor who started his career at the ag...
Toshio Mori
Toshio Mori was an unpublished author born in Oakland, California.
Toshio Mori was an unpublished author born in Oakland, California.
Tre Cool
Tré Cool (born Frank Edwin Wright III on December 9, 1972) is a German-born American drummer for the rock band Green Day.
Tré Cool (born Frank Edwin Wright III on December 9, 1972) is a German-born American drummer for the rock band Green Day.
Tré Cool
Tré Cool (born Frank Edwin Wright III on December 9, 1972) is a German-born American drummer for the rock band Green Day.
Tré Cool (born Frank Edwin Wright III on December 9, 1972) is a German-born American drummer for the rock band Green Day.
Ty Van Burkleo
Tyler Lee Van Burkleo (born October 7, 1963 in Oakland, California) was a former bench coach for the Seattle Mariners and a former first baseman in major league baseball.
Tyler Lee Van Burkleo (born October 7, 1963 in Oakland, California) was a former bench coach for the Seattle Mariners and a former first baseman in major league baseball.
V-Nasty
Vanessa Reece, better known by her stage name V-Nasty, is an American rapper from Oakland, California.
Vanessa Reece, better known by her stage name V-Nasty, is an American rapper from Oakland, California.
Vada Pinson
Vada Edward Pinson, Jr. (August 11, 1938, Memphis, Tennessee - October 21, 1995, Oakland, California) was an American center fielder and coach in Major League Baseball.
Vada Edward Pinson, Jr. (August 11, 1938, Memphis, Tennessee - October 21, 1995, Oakland, California) was an American center fielder and coach in Major League Baseball.
Vince Albritton
Vince Denader Albritton (born July 23, 1962 in Oakland, California) is a former American football safety who played eight seasons in the National Football League for the Dallas Cowboys.
Vince Denader Albritton (born July 23, 1962 in Oakland, California) is a former American football safety who played eight seasons in the National Football League for the Dallas Cowboys.
Wally George
Wally George, born George Walter Pearch (December 4, 1931 – October 5, 2003), was an American conservative radio and television commentator.
Wally George, born George Walter Pearch (December 4, 1931 – October 5, 2003), was an American conservative radio and television commentator.
Walter DeLeon
Walter DeLeon (3 May 1884 – 1 August 1947) was an American screenwriter.
Walter DeLeon (3 May 1884 – 1 August 1947) was an American screenwriter.
Walter Hawkins
Walter Hawkins (May 18, 1949 – July 11, 2010) was an American gospel music singer, and a pastor.
Walter Hawkins (May 18, 1949 – July 11, 2010) was an American gospel music singer, and a pastor.
Walter J. Mathews
Walter J. Mathews (1850 – 1947) was an American architect based in Oakland, California.
Walter J. Mathews (1850 – 1947) was an American architect based in Oakland, California.
Walter Plunkett
Walter Plunkett was a prolific costume designer who worked on more than 150 projects throughout his career in the Hollywood film industry.
Walter Plunkett was a prolific costume designer who worked on more than 150 projects throughout his career in the Hollywood film industry.
Walter S. Scheib III
Walter S. Scheib III (born May 3, 1954) was the White House executive chef from 1994 until 2005.
Walter S. Scheib III (born May 3, 1954) was the White House executive chef from 1994 until 2005.
Warren Barker
Warren Barker (born in Oakland, California on April 16, 1923; died in Greenville, South Carolina August 3, 2006) was an American composer known for work in film, radio, and television.
Warren Barker (born in Oakland, California on April 16, 1923; died in Greenville, South Carolina August 3, 2006) was an American composer known for work in film, radio, and television.
Warren Brusstar
Warren Scott Brusstar is a former baseball player who played 9 years from 1977-1985.
Warren Scott Brusstar is a former baseball player who played 9 years from 1977-1985.
Warrington Colescott
Warrington Colescott (b. March 7, 1921) is an American artist best known for his satirical etchings.
Warrington Colescott (b. March 7, 1921) is an American artist best known for his satirical etchings.
Whitney Reed
Whitney Reed (born August 20, 1932, in Oakland, California) was a tennis player in the 1950s and 1960s.
Whitney Reed (born August 20, 1932, in Oakland, California) was a tennis player in the 1950s and 1960s.
Will Wright (game designer)
William Ralph "Will" Wright is an American video game designer and co-founder of the game development company Maxis, now part of Electronic Arts.
William Ralph "Will" Wright is an American video game designer and co-founder of the game development company Maxis, now part of Electronic Arts.
William J. Drummond
William Joe Drummond (born September 29, 1944, Oakland, California) is an American journalist.
William Joe Drummond (born September 29, 1944, Oakland, California) is an American journalist.
William P. Baker
William Pond Baker (born June 14, 1940, in Oakland, California) is a former United States Congressman from California.
William Pond Baker (born June 14, 1940, in Oakland, California) is a former United States Congressman from California.
Wye Jamison Allanbrook
Wye Jamison "Wendy" Allanbrook (March 15, 1943 – July 15, 2010) was an American musicologist whose writings demonstrated that much of the music of Mozart and his contemporaries was influen...
Wye Jamison "Wendy" Allanbrook (March 15, 1943 – July 15, 2010) was an American musicologist whose writings demonstrated that much of the music of Mozart and his contemporaries was influen...
Yonus Davis
Yonus Davis is a running back and kick returner for the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League.
Yonus Davis is a running back and kick returner for the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League.
Yukmouth
Jerold Dwight Ellis, III, (born October 18, 1974 in Oakland, California) better known by his stage name Yukmouth, is a Grammy-nominated American rapper from East Oakland, Oakland, California.
Jerold Dwight Ellis, III, (born October 18, 1974 in Oakland, California) better known by his stage name Yukmouth, is a Grammy-nominated American rapper from East Oakland, Oakland, California.
Yusuf Bey
Yusuf Bey (b. Joseph Stephens, December 21, 1935 in Greenville, Texas, d. September 30, 2003 in Oakland, California) was a Black Muslim activist and charismatic leader.
Yusuf Bey (b. Joseph Stephens, December 21, 1935 in Greenville, Texas, d. September 30, 2003 in Oakland, California) was a Black Muslim activist and charismatic leader.
Yusuf Bey IV
Yusuf Bey IV is the son of Daulet and Yusuf Bey, the latter of whom was the founder of the iconic Your Black Muslim Bakery, a purportedly halal bakery in Oakland, California.
Yusuf Bey IV is the son of Daulet and Yusuf Bey, the latter of whom was the founder of the iconic Your Black Muslim Bakery, a purportedly halal bakery in Oakland, California.
Zendaya
Zendaya Coleman (born September 1, 1996), better known as Zendaya, is an American actress, singer, and dancer.
Zendaya Coleman (born September 1, 1996), better known as Zendaya, is an American actress, singer, and dancer.
Ziggy Modeliste
Joseph Modeliste (born 28 December 1948 also known as Ziggy or Zigaboo) is an American drummer best known as a founding member of the funk group The Meters.
Joseph Modeliste (born 28 December 1948 also known as Ziggy or Zigaboo) is an American drummer best known as a founding member of the funk group The Meters.
Zsuzsanna Budapest
Zsuzsanna Emese Mokcsay is an American author of Hungarian origin who writes on feminist spirituality and Dianic Wicca under the pen name and religious name Zsuzsanna Budapest or Z. Bud...
Zsuzsanna Emese Mokcsay is an American author of Hungarian origin who writes on feminist spirituality and Dianic Wicca under the pen name and religious name Zsuzsanna Budapest or Z. Bud...