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Delaware History
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US Famous People
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Which famous people have lived in your state?
People listed are almost always native to the state. We do (on occasion) include those that have
either lived within a state for most of their adult life, or have made a significant
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Delaware Famous People
Famous Americans: History and Biographies
 Links to histories and biographies of the famous people of Delaware. Many famous people of Delaware have made significant contributions to the history of our nation and the state of Delaware. These famous Americans, famous entertainers, famous players, famous scientist, famous singers, famous statesmen, famous women, heroes, great explorers, and others Delaware famous Americans have all made Delaware their home. This list includes Delaware historical figures, celebrities and those individuals of Delaware who have influenced the lives of others.
- (1760 - 1831) Founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church.
- (1960 - ) Actress married to heavy metal guitarist Eddie Van Halen, born in Wilmington.
- (1805 - 1854) Playwright, author, born in New Castle.
- (1863 - 1941) Astronomer, born in Dover.
- (1771 - 1834) Industrialist and founder of the DuPont Company; lived on a farm on the banks of the Brandywine River.
- (1920 - ) Surgeon and inventor, developed the Heimlich Maneuver to save choking victims; born in Wilmington.
- (1969 - ) Actress, famous for roles in movies such as Aspen Extreme and Meet the Parents; born in Dover.
- (1853 - 1911) Artist, author; born in Wilmington.
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(1734 - 1798) Jurist, signer of Declaration of Independence; lived in the county of Newcastle.
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(1730 - 1783) Patriot, signer of Declaration of Independence; lived in Kent county.
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(1963 - ) Actress, famous for roles in movies like The Karate Kid and Leaving Las Vegas; born in Wilmington.
More Famous People from Delaware:
- Henry S. Canby editor, author, Seidel
- Felix Darley artist, Claymont
- Wilham Julius Johnson basketball player, Wilmington
- John Phillips author, Wilmington
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US Famous People
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Links to histories and biographies of famous people from each
of the 50 states. Learn history through the biographies of the famous people from your state. These
famous Americans have influenced the lives of others and all have made the US their home. |
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