American Famous Names Starting with Letter J

(November 12, 1936 - October 4, 1996) was a Major League Baseball relief pitcher. A native of Dubuqu

(November 12, 1936 - October 4, 1996) was a Major League Baseball relief pitcher. A native of Dubuque, Iowa, the left-hander was signed by the Chicago White Sox as an amateur free agent before the 1957 season. He played for the Houston Colt .45s (1963-1964), St. Louis Cardinals (1966-1969), Philadelphia Phillies (1970-72, 1975), Atlanta Braves (1972-1973), Kansas City Royals (1973-1974), Texas Ran

Is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who played in the Major Leagues from 1980 to 1990. He play

Is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who played in the Major Leagues from 1980 to 1990. He played college baseball for Oklahoma State University from 1975 to 1976,[1] and played for the University of Oklahoma in 1977.[2] On June 7, 1977, Price was drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in the 4th round with the 102nd of the 1977 amateur draft.[3]

(September 21, 1917 — January 6, 1967) was an American Major League Baseball pitcher for the Washi

(September 21, 1917 — January 6, 1967) was an American Major League Baseball pitcher for the Washington Senators (1939-40 and 1949-52) and Chicago White Sox (1941-48).

An African-American rapper, originating from Saddle River, New Jersey. He is also the son of former

An African-American rapper, originating from Saddle River, New Jersey. He is also the son of former Run-D.M.C. member, Rev. Run. JoJo is currently signed to Latchkey Recordings. He is Russell Simmons's nephew, the cousin of Ming and Aoki Lee Simmons, and the brother of Vanessa, Angela, Russy, Diggy, and Miley Simmons.Simmons was born September 29, 1989 and is from Saddle River, New Jersey. He is the son of Joseph Simmons. JoJo is currently 19 years old. He is a member of Team Blackout. Best known for starring in the MTV series Run's House, JoJo is a rapper and is signed to Latchkey Recordings. His group's debut album will be released on August 19, 2008. The first official single will be "Billion Dollar Boyfriend", which will be released later in 2008. The buzz single "J5 On 'Em" has been released on the internet with a video.

Is a retired American professional basketball player and the father of Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe

Is a retired American professional basketball player and the father of Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant. Until April 4, 2007, Bryant was also the coach of the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks.After starring at La Salle University, Bryant, a 6'9" forward, was drafted in the first round by the Golden State Warriors in 1975.[2] Before the season started, though, he was dealt to his hometown team, the Philadelphia 76ers, with whom he played for four seasons. Bryant headed back to the west coast when he was traded by the 76ers[3] to the San Diego Clippers, for whom he played from 1980-82.

Was a U.S. Representative from Kentucky. He engaged in mercantile pursuits at New Castle. Secretary

Was a U.S. Representative from Kentucky. He engaged in mercantile pursuits at New Castle. Secretary to Representative J. Campbell Cantrill 1909-1923. He served as delegate to every Democratic State convention since 1904. He served as chairman of the Democ

Was a U.S. politician from Missouri.Entering politics, he was elected to the Independence City Counc

Was a U.S. politician from Missouri.Entering politics, he was elected to the Independence City Council, and later served as Treasurer of Jackson County, Missouri. From 1875 to 1877, he served as State Treasurer of Missouri. Following his term as State Tre

Was a United States Senator, United States Representative, lawyer, and a Populist political figure.

Was a United States Senator, United States Representative, lawyer, and a Populist political figure. He served as a Congressional Representative between 1891 and 1901, and as the House minority leader from 1897 until 1899. In 1901, he was elected to the Un

Was an attorney and one-term Member of Congress from Tennessee. He was the son of former House Speak

Was an attorney and one-term Member of Congress from Tennessee. He was the son of former House Speaker Jo Byrns and Julia Woodard. In 1938, he won the Democratic nomination for his father's old House seat and was elected to that office in November of that

Is an American actor who has starred in many films and starred on television. He is known for playin

Is an American actor who has starred in many films and starred on television. He is known for playing police officers in films and on television too.His first role was in the 1979 movie Escape from Alcatraz as a prison guard. He later on appeared in the 1984 horror movie A Nightmare on Elm Street as a cop and the 1987 science fiction movie The Hidden. He also starred in the 1996 hit horror movie Scream as a sheriff. His most recent film is in the 2005 movie The Gold Bracelet.

(February 1, 1882 - April 12, 1966) was a pitcher in Major League Baseball who played from 1905 thro

(February 1, 1882 - April 12, 1966) was a pitcher in Major League Baseball who played from 1905 through 1907 for the Boston Americans. Listed at 6' 1", 198 lb., Harris batted and threw right-handed. He was born in Melrose, Massachusetts.

(July 24, 1850 - August 28, 1891) was a German-American second baseman and manager in Major League B

(July 24, 1850 - August 28, 1891) was a German-American second baseman and manager in Major League Baseball. He was born in Germany.

Is a former Olympic and World Heavyweight boxing champion, whose professional career lasted from 196

Is a former Olympic and World Heavyweight boxing champion, whose professional career lasted from 1965 to 1976, with a brief comeback in 1981. Frazier emerged as a contender in the mid-1960s, defeating Jerry Quarry, Oscar Bonavena, Buster Mathis, Eddie Mac

Is a former world heavyweight boxing champion, active mostly in the 1960s and 1970s. Frazier is perh

Is a former world heavyweight boxing champion, active mostly in the 1960s and 1970s. Frazier is perhaps most famous for his trilogy of fights with Muhammad Ali.

Is a Major League Baseball player who is currently in the Tampa Bay Rays organization. He is a utili

Is a Major League Baseball player who is currently in the Tampa Bay Rays organization. He is a utility fielder. In 2007 he played first base, second base, third base, left field, and right field.

(September 2, 1900 - April 11, 1970) was a professional baseball player. Heving played as a pitcher

(September 2, 1900 - April 11, 1970) was a professional baseball player. Heving played as a pitcher for the New York Giants, Chicago White Sox (1933-34), Cleveland Indians (1937-38 and 1941-44), Boston Red Sox (1938-40) and Boston Braves (1945).

(born January 7, 1946 in Pomona, California) is a former right fielder in Major League Baseball who

(born January 7, 1946 in Pomona, California) is a former right fielder in Major League Baseball who played from 1968 through 1973 for the Oakland Athletics (1968), Kansas City Royals (1969-72) and Chicago White Sox (1973).

Is a retired American professional basketball player in the NBA.Kleine, a seven-foot center, graduat

Is a retired American professional basketball player in the NBA.Kleine, a seven-foot center, graduated from Slater High School in Slater, Missouri and originally enrolled to play basketball at the University of Notre Dame. After his freshman season, Kleine transferred to the University of Arkansas where he played alongside Alvin Robertson, who like Kleine would go on to a productive professional career.

Is a former American football quarterback. He played for the University of Alabama under legendary c

Is a former American football quarterback. He played for the University of Alabama under legendary coach Paul "Bear" Bryant and his assistant, Howard Schnellenberger, from 1962–1964, and in the American Football League and National Football League during

(born May 12, 1951 in St. Louis, Missouri), is an American former professional baseball player who p

(born May 12, 1951 in St. Louis, Missouri), is an American former professional baseball player who played in the Major Leagues as a catcher from 1972, 1975, and 1977-1985.

Is a Major League Baseball utility player who is currently in the Atlanta Braves organization.Thurst

Is a Major League Baseball utility player who is currently in the Atlanta Braves organization.Thurston graduated from Vallejo high school in Vallejo, California. He was originally selected in 1997 by the Boston Red Sox in the 45th round (1,332nd overall) of the Major League Baseball draft, but did not sign with them and instead went to Sacramento City College. He was drafted again in 1999, this time by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 4th round (134th) of the 1999 Major League Baseball Draft.

Was an educator and political figure in Nova Scotia, Canada. He represented Digby County in the Nova

Was an educator and political figure in Nova Scotia, Canada. He represented Digby County in the Nova Scotia House of Assembly from 1907 to 1917, from 1920 to 1925 and from 1928 to 1948 as a Liberal member. Comeau sat for Clare division in the Senate of Canada from 1948 to 1966.Comeau served as a minister without portfolio in the province's Executive Council from 1911 to 1917, from 1921 to 1925 and from 1933 to 1948. He was a member of the Nova Scotia Legislative Council from 1925 to 1928. Comeau resigned his seat in the provincial assembly in 1917 to run unsuccessfully for a seat in the House of Commons.

Is a Canadian actor who portrayed the title character, Doctor Julius No in the first James Bond film

Is a Canadian actor who portrayed the title character, Doctor Julius No in the first James Bond film, Dr. No. He was born in Montreal, Quebec.

Was an American pioneer and merchant from Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.In 1856 he served a single ter

Was an American pioneer and merchant from Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.In 1856 he served a single term in the Wisconsin State Assembly. When he introduced a bill calling for creation of a new county, his fellow lawmakers named it Wood County in his honor.

Is an American professional basketball player. He currently plays in Italy with Fortitudo Bologna.He

Is an American professional basketball player. He currently plays in Italy with Fortitudo Bologna.He was named Washington Post All Met Basketball Player of the Year in his senior year in 1999.