Famous People

Grace Abbott (1878 - 1939) Social reformer that helped to write the Social Security Act. Born in Grand Island, NE (340)

Grover Cleveland Alexander (1887 - 1950) One of the greatest pitchers in baseball history; played for the Philadelpia Phillies, the Chicago Cubs, and the St. Louis Cardinals. Born in Elba, NE (351)

Fred Astaire (1899 - 1987) American film and Broadway dancer. He was also a choreographer, singer, and actor. He was considered to be one of the greatest dancers of the 20th century. Born in Omaha, NE (341)

Marlon Brando (1924 - 2004) Actor who won an Academy Award for his role in The Godfather. Born in Omaha, NE (342)

Warren Buffett (1930 - ) Successful businessman, investor, and philanthropist. Born in Omaha, NE (346)

Dick Cheney (1941 - ) White House Chief of Staff to President Ford, U.S. congressman, Secretary of Defense and Vice president of the U.S.; grew up in Casper. Born in Lincoln, NE (670)

Red Cloud (1822 - 1909) Oglala Sioux leader who defeated the U.S. Army in many battles. Born in North Platte, NE (350)

Henry Fonda (1905 - 1982) Actor who won an Academy Award for On Golden Pond. Born in Grand Island, NE (345)

Gerald R. Ford (1913 - 2006) Became the 38th President of the United States when Richard Nixon resigned; grew up in Grand Rapids. Born in Omaha, NE (267)

Joyce C Hall (1891 - 1982) American businessman who became the founder of the Hallmark Card Corporation. Born in David City, NE (347)

Paul Revere (1938 - ) Musician, raised in Caldwell. Born in Harvard, NE (130)

Hilary Swank (1974 - ) Oscar winning actress; Known for her roles in Boys Don't Cry and Million Dollar Baby. Born in Lincoln, NE (619)

Malcolm X (Little) (1925 - 1965) One of the most prominent civil rights leader in the United States; He focused on black pride and economic reliance until he was killed in 1965. Born in North Omaha, NE (348)