American Famous Names Starting with Letter M

When Sopp first arrived in the World Wrestling Federation, he used the name Billy Gunn and teamed wi

When Sopp first arrived in the World Wrestling Federation, he used the name Billy Gunn and teamed with his kayfabe brother, Bart Gunn, as The Smokin' Gunns. In early 1995, they won their first WWF Tag Team Championship by defeating the makeshift team of B

Is an American professional wrestler, best known as "Badd Ass" Billy Gunn during his tenure for Worl

Is an American professional wrestler, best known as "Badd Ass" Billy Gunn during his tenure for World Wrestling Entertainment. He also worked for Total Nonstop Action Wrestling under the ring name Kip James. In WWE, Sopp was a one time Intercontinental Ch

A Canadian-born emcee, producer, actor, singer and sportscaster, best known as host of the long-runn

A Canadian-born emcee, producer, actor, singer and sportscaster, best known as host of the long-running television game show Let's Make a Deal.Hall was the host of the long-running game show Let's Make a Deal, which he developed and produced with partner Stefan Hatos. Let's Make a Deal aired on NBC daytime from December 30, 1963 to December 27, 1968 and on ABC daytime from December 30, 1968 to July 9, 1976, along with two primetime runs. It also aired in syndication from 1971 to 1977, from 1980 to 1981, from 1984 to 1986, and again on NBC briefly from 1990 to 1991. He was producer or executive producer of the show through most of its runs. During the show's initial run, Hall became well known alongside model Carol Merrill and announcer Jay Stewart.

Was an American figure skater. He represented the United States at the 1964 Winter Olympics, where

Was an American figure skater. He represented the United States at the 1964 Winter Olympics, where he placed 10th. After winning the U.S. junior title in 1961, Hoyt had tickets to be on Sabena Flight 548 to attend the World Figure Skating Championships.

Is a horse trainer whose 1996 autobiography, The Man Who Listens to Horses, became a best-seller. In

Is a horse trainer whose 1996 autobiography, The Man Who Listens to Horses, became a best-seller. In 1989, Queen Elizabeth II invited Roberts to Windsor Castle to demonstrate his training methods to her and her staff, and in 2002 Roberts again visited Win

Was an American thoroughbred horse racing owner, breeder and trainer. He began his professional trai

Was an American thoroughbred horse racing owner, breeder and trainer. He began his professional training career in the mid 1930s and by 1940 had his first Kentucky Derby runner. For several years, he trained for Harry Guggenheim's Cain Hoy Stable. After t

A 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) push-and-pass point guard, he was rated among the better defensive stoppers in

A 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) push-and-pass point guard, he was rated among the better defensive stoppers in the game. The former University of Oklahoma star is most highly regarded for his quick hands and a ball hawking defensive style that produced more than 200 steals in a season four times and two NBA All-Defensive first-team selections. He was also a capable outside shooter, a fine passer who generally ranked among the league's assist leaders, and a durable instigator of the fast break. In 1988, he (along with Stacey King) led the Sooners to the NCAA title game, where they were defeated by the Kansas Jayhawks, who were led by Danny Manning and coached by Larry Brown.

Zappa was born in New York City, the eldest child of Adelaide Gail Sloatman, who worked in business,

Zappa was born in New York City, the eldest child of Adelaide Gail Sloatman, who worked in business, and rock star Frank Zappa.[1] She has three younger siblings, Dweezil, Ahmet, and Diva. Zappa's father was of Sicilian, Greek-Arab and French descent and

Was an American agrarian economist who worked for the United States government and the United Nation

Was an American agrarian economist who worked for the United States government and the United Nations for a number of years.He is credited with formulating the details of what was to become the Agriculture Adjustment Administration, and helped prepare a d

Was a Canadian author, Academy Award-nominated screenwriter and essayist. A leading critic called hi

Was a Canadian author, Academy Award-nominated screenwriter and essayist. A leading critic called him "the great shining star of his Canadian literary generation" and a pivotal figure in the country's history.[1] His best known works are The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz, Barney's Version, and the Jacob Two-Two children's stories. Richler's uncompromising opinions on contemporary Canada easily matched, and sometimes exceeded, the satirical sting of his fiction.

Was a veteran American television actor and comedian, renowned for his large, ready supply of jokes.

Was a veteran American television actor and comedian, renowned for his large, ready supply of jokes. He is probably best known for his role as Buddy Sorrell on The Dick Van Dyke Show in the early 1960s.

Was an American Olympic sailor. He competed in the 6 Metre event at the 1936 Summer Olympics.

Was an American Olympic sailor. He competed in the 6 Metre event at the 1936 Summer Olympics.

Is a Canadian bobsledder who competed from 2002 to 2006.Alexander also finished fourth in the four-m

Is a Canadian bobsledder who competed from 2002 to 2006.Alexander also finished fourth in the four-man event at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin.

Is an American cross country skier who has competed since 2005. Her best World Cup finish was 11th i

Is an American cross country skier who has competed since 2005. Her best World Cup finish was 11th in a 4 x 5 km relay in Switzerland in 2007 while her best individual finish was 24th in a 7.5 km + 7.5 km double pursuit event in Canada in 2008. At the FIS

(born January 29, 1972 in St. Louis, Missouri) is a former first baseman/designated hitter in Major

(born January 29, 1972 in St. Louis, Missouri) is a former first baseman/designated hitter in Major League Baseball who played for the Boston Red Sox (2000-2001) and Kansas City Royals (2003). He was a switch hitter and threw left handed.

Was an American merchant and politician from Texas. For six years, 1839–45, he served in the war d

Was an American merchant and politician from Texas. For six years, 1839–45, he served in the war department of the Republic of Texas, first as clerk and in 1844–45 as secretary of war. One of the few Texan abolitionists, he fought for Union forces in the

Is an American artistic gymnast. He represented the United States at the 2000 Summer Olympics and at

Is an American artistic gymnast. He represented the United States at the 2000 Summer Olympics and at the 2004 Summer Olympics.

(born February 14, 1867 in East Providence, Rhode Island; died October 3, 1938 in Providence, Rhode

(born February 14, 1867 in East Providence, Rhode Island; died October 3, 1938 in Providence, Rhode Island) was a catcher in Major League Baseball.

York appeared in a ThermoScan Ear Thermometer commercial during her early years, but did not act aga

York appeared in a ThermoScan Ear Thermometer commercial during her early years, but did not act again until her role in the 2003 film, Cheaper by the Dozen, which was a big success at the box office. In 2004, she appeared in episodes of the television shows, The Practice and Life with Bonnie.In 2005, York co-starred in The Pacifier, playing one of a family protected by Vin Diesel's character, and in Cheaper by the Dozen 2; both of the films did well at the box office, raising York's profile among pre-teen audiences.In 2006, Morgan began a 7 episode stint as Sarah, an animal loving nature girl on the Disney Channel series Hannah Montana, after which she became friends with Miley Cyrus, Emily Osment, and Mitchel Musso.

Is an American actress. Fairchild was born Patsy Ann McClenny in Dallas, Texas, the daughter of Mart

Is an American actress. Fairchild was born Patsy Ann McClenny in Dallas, Texas, the daughter of Martha Jane (née Hartt), a high school English teacher, and Edward Milton McClenny. Her first job was as a stand-in for Faye Dunaway during location filming for the movie Bonnie and Clyde (1967). She took her new first name, Morgan, from the 1966 David Warner film, Morgan: A Suitable Case For Treatment. Moving to New York City, she secured her first on-screen role, appearing as maniacal Jennifer Pace in the daytime soap opera Search for Tomorrow from 1973 until 1977. As a child, she suffered a bout with scarlet fever, which left her partially deaf.

Was a Republican politician who served as the 40th governor of New Jersey.Larson attended Cooper Uni

Was a Republican politician who served as the 40th governor of New Jersey.Larson attended Cooper Union in New York City, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in 1907 and an Engineer's degree degree in 1910. He initially worked as an engineer. He was a m

Is an Academy Award-winning American actor, film director and narrator. Noted for his reserved demea

Is an Academy Award-winning American actor, film director and narrator. Noted for his reserved demeanor and authoritative speaking voice, Freeman has become one of Hollywood's most popular and respected actors.[1]

Is a female freestyle swimmer from the United States, who won the gold medal in the women's 800m Fre

Is a female freestyle swimmer from the United States, who won the gold medal in the women's 800m Freestyle at the 2003 Pan American Games.

Is a breaststroke swimmer from Canada, who competed for his native country at two consecutive Summer

Is a breaststroke swimmer from Canada, who competed for his native country at two consecutive Summer Olympics, starting in 2000. His best Olympic results were a sixth place in the 100m Breaststroke, and with the Men's 4x100m Medley Relay in Sydney, Australia.

From the time of his entry into the league, Arenas's popularity soared. He transformed himself from

From the time of his entry into the league, Arenas's popularity soared. He transformed himself from being a relative unknown to being voted by fans as an All-Star starter for the Eastern Conference in 2007. Now considered to be one of the best point guards in the NBA, but still is known as a "shoot first" point guard. Arenas overcame a 213,000 vote deficit at one point to edge out Vince Carter by just over 3,000 votes for the second of the two starting guard spots, the other spot going to Dwyane Wade.[2] Arenas was most often nicknamed "Agent Zero,"