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Famous People from Texas

Who are some of the most famous people from Texas?

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Texas with American Flag inside of letters.

Study the slides below to learn about some famous people from Texas.

Singers and Actors

Selena Marie Gomez (July 22, 1992- ), an American actress and singer.

Selena Gomez

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Beyonce on stage for Beyonce Performs NBC Today Show Concert, Rockefeller Center, New York, NY, December 04, 2006.

Beyonce

Nick Jonas at talk show appearance for NBC Today Show Concert with The Jonas Brothers, Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY June 19, 2009.

Nick Jonas

There are several famous singers from Texas. Selena Gomez, Beyonce, and Nick Jonas are all from Texas.

Selena Gomez and Nick Jonas are also famous actors, appearing in both TV shows and movies.

Nolan Ryan

Nolan Ryan warning up in the bullpen at Tiger Stadium.

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Nolan Ryan is one of many famous athletes from Texas. He was a baseball player who was known as the "Major League Strike-out King." As a pitcher he threw 5,714 strikes and won 324 baseball games. He also had a record of 7 no-hitters in 27 seasons.