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Famous People from Pennsylvania

Who are some of the most famous people from Pennsylvania?

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Pennsylvania with American Flag inside of letters.

Do you know of any famous people who are from Pennsylvania? Study these slides to learn who some of them are.

Bob Saget

Actor and comedian Bob Saget.

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If you watched the original Full House or its sequel Fuller House, you know actor Bob Saget. Saget was born in Philadelphia. He has appeared on other TV shows, as well as in movies.

Amanda Seyfried

Amanda Seyfried arrives for the 'Gringo' World Premiere on March 6, 2018 in Los Angeles, CA.

Amanda Seyfried is a famous actress from Pennsylvania. She started modeling when she was young and has been in several movies since then. For example, she starred in the two Mamma Mia movies. Who is your favorite actor from Philadelphia?

Wilt Chamberlain

Wilt Chamberlain.jpg Wilt Chamberlain, American basketball player wearing uniform of Harlem Globetrotters.

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Wilt Chamberlain is one of the most famous athletes from Pennsylvania. He averaged 30 points and 23 rebounds in every NBA basketball game in which he played. There are other famous athletes from Pennsylvania. Do you know who they are?

Tara Lipinski

Tara Lipinski at the 2015 Sports Spectacular Gala at the Century Plaza Hotel on May 31, 2015 in Century City, CA.

Tara Lipinski is a famous Pennysylvania athlete who is a figure skater. She is an Olympic winner and the youngest person to win a World Figure Skating title. Who is your favorite athlete from Pennsylvania?