American Famous Names Starting with Letter P

Is a Democratic member of the Wyoming House of Representatives, representing the 16th district since

Is a Democratic member of the Wyoming House of Representatives, representing the 16th district since 2003.

Was a physician and political figure in Ontario, Canada. He represented Huron East in the Canadian H

Was a physician and political figure in Ontario, Canada. He represented Huron East in the Canadian House of Commons from 1887 to 1904 as a Liberal member. He graduated from Trinity College in medicine in 1872 and set up practice in Wingham.[2] Macdonald served as a member of the town council for Winham; he was reeve in 1879 and mayor in 1881. He also served as chairman of the school board and coroner for Huron County. Macdonald was deputy speaker and chairman of Committees of the Whole from 1901 to 1904. He ran unsuccessfully for reelection to the House of Commons in 1904.

Born August 1, 1951 in Chicago, Illinois) is a former second baseman and manager in Major League Bas

Born August 1, 1951 in Chicago, Illinois) is a former second baseman and manager in Major League Baseball who most recently served as the acting manager of the Cincinnati Reds, having replaced Jerry Narron in 2007

MacNicol was raised in Texas as the youngest of five children. MacNicol began his career studying at

MacNicol was raised in Texas as the youngest of five children. MacNicol began his career studying at the University of Dallas and continued at the University of Minnesota. While in Minnesota, he performed in two seasons at the Guthrie Theater. A New York talent agent spotted him and told him to make a move to Manhattan. Shortly thereafter, he was cast in the off-Broadway play,

Is the current mayor of Salt Lake County, Utah, and a member of the Democratic Party. He was the Dem

Is the current mayor of Salt Lake County, Utah, and a member of the Democratic Party. He was the Democratic candidate for governor in the Utah gubernatorial election, 2010, losing to Gary Herbert by a 33 point margin. He is first cousin to Howard Dean, fo

A professional boxer. He held the NABO Light Middleweight Title and was an apprentice to his uncle M

A professional boxer. He held the NABO Light Middleweight Title and was an apprentice to his uncle Michael Manfredo as an electrician for Enterprise Electric electrician. Although he regularly wears the Italian flag on his trunks to show his heritage, he is a representative of the US.

Is an American actor who has starred in films and on television. He was frequently credited as Mark

Is an American actor who has starred in films and on television. He was frequently credited as Mark Richman.Richman's first feature role was in the 1956 film Friendly Persuasion. He is perhaps best known for his role as Nicholas "Nick" Cain in the 1961 films The Murder Men and The Crimebusters, he reprised his role as Nicholas Cain in the TV series Cain's Hundred. Peter's other TV roles were on the soap opera Santa Barbara as Channing Creighton 'C.C.' Capwell, Jr., on the 1971 to 1972 television series, Longstreet as Duke Paige, on the soap opera Dynasty as Andrew Laird from 1981 to 1984, and a recurring role on Three's Company from 1978 to 1979 as Chrissy's father, Rev. Luther Snow. His other films include Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan (1989) and his most recent film Vic (2005). He has made many guest appearances in many TV shows, some of those appearances range from The Outer Limits, Bonanza, Knight Rider, Star Trek: The Next Generation as Ralph Offenhouse in the first season episode "The Neutral Zone", and starred in the second to the last aired episode - and the last episode to be filmed - of The Twilight Zone titled "The Fear".

Is an American actor, singer and television and radio personality.Although he has almost fifty telev

Is an American actor, singer and television and radio personality.Although he has almost fifty television, movie, and Broadway credits, he is best known as the original host and "The Master" of The Hollywood Squares from 1966 to 1981. His stage name, Marshall, came from the name of the college in his home town (Marshall College became Marshall University in 1961).

(born June 26, 1960 in Fresno, California) is a former Major League Baseball designated hitter/pinch

(born June 26, 1960 in Fresno, California) is a former Major League Baseball designated hitter/pinch hitter who played for the Cleveland Indians in 1989.

Is an IFBB Professional Bodybuilder, fitness spokesmodel, and celebrity trainer. Peter is the 2004 N

Is an IFBB Professional Bodybuilder, fitness spokesmodel, and celebrity trainer. Peter is the 2004 NPC Collegiate Nationals Champion, the 2007 NPC USAs Light-heavyweight Champion, and the 2008 NPC Nationals Light-heavyweight Champion. Peter has appeared i

A German-born American artist best known for his iconic art style in the 1960s. At first, his “Cos

A German-born American artist best known for his iconic art style in the 1960s. At first, his “Cosmic 60s” art, as it came to be known, appeared on posters and were seen on the walls of college dorms all across America. Max then became fascinated with new printing techniques that allowed for four-color reproduction on product merchandise. Following his success with a line of art clocks for General Electric, Max’s art was licensed by 72 corporations and he had become a household name. He appeared on the cover of Life Magazine with an eight-page feature article as well as the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson and the Ed Sullivan Show.[1]

Is a contemporary media artist working within painting, video installation, sculpture, photography a

Is a contemporary media artist working within painting, video installation, sculpture, photography and drawing.[1][2][3] He currently resides in San Francisco.[1][2][4]As an artist, Lawrence has shown his work at such venues as New Works Gallery, the River Market Brewery and the Lotus Gallery. One of his early gallery showings of his art was at the Kansas City, Kansas, Public Library in February 2001.[5] It was followed later in 2001 by a showing in Montreal.[5] Lawrence has had exhibitions in galleries throughout the United States and Canada.[2] He received the CAAC fellowship in 1999 and the Garber Grant in 2001.[2] His work has been featured in publications such as Hoard Magazine.[

A former heavyweight boxer best known for his 1995 fight with Mike Tyson, in which McNeeley was knoc

A former heavyweight boxer best known for his 1995 fight with Mike Tyson, in which McNeeley was knocked out after 89 seconds (it was technically a disqualification, as McNeeley was DQ'ed after his manager Vinnie Vecchione threw in a towel to stop his fighter from taking anymore punishment after the second knockdown).

Is a professional surfer. Mel began his surfing life in Capitola, California before moving on to San

Is a professional surfer. Mel began his surfing life in Capitola, California before moving on to Santa Cruz. His father John, who started the family business Freeline Surf Design the same year Pete was born, made his boards over the years and gradually br

(born February 9, 1958 in Santa Monica, California) is a former first baseman in Major League Baseba

(born February 9, 1958 in Santa Monica, California) is a former first baseman in Major League Baseball who played for the Texas Rangers (1982-88), Cleveland Indians (1989) and Seattle Mariners (1990-1993).

Is a retired American basketball player.A 6'9" center from the University of San Francisco, Cross pl

Is a retired American basketball player.A 6'9" center from the University of San Francisco, Cross played three seasons (1970-1973) in the National Basketball Association as a member of the Seattle SuperSonics and Kansas City-Omaha Kings. His best NBA season was his first, in which he averaged eight points and twelve rebounds per game. His 12.0 rebounds per game average in 1970-71 is still the SuperSonics rookie record.

Is a two-time Academy Award-nominated, five-time Emmy Award-winning and one-time Golden Globe award-

Is a two-time Academy Award-nominated, five-time Emmy Award-winning and one-time Golden Globe award-winning American actor, best known for his role as Lieutenant Columbo in the television series Columbo.Falk attended Ossining High School in Westchester County, New York and was the president of his senior class. After graduating from high school, Falk joined the United States Merchant Marine as a cook, before completing a Bachelor of Arts in political science at the New School for Social Research in 1951. He also attended Hamilton College in Clinton, New York for three years. Gaining a Masters degree in public administration at Syracuse University in 1953, Falk applied unsuccessfully for a job with the CIA before becoming a management analyst with the Connecticut State Budget Bureau in Hartford.

Is a former Canadian Senator and senior civil servant. He subsequently obtained a postgraduate degre

Is a former Canadian Senator and senior civil servant. He subsequently obtained a postgraduate degree in public law, and held various positions in the civil service. In 1966 he became assistant secretary to the Privy council and in 1969 secretary of the Division of planification. He became Clerk of the Privy Council of Canada and Secretary to the Cabinet under Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau from 1975 to 1979, and again from 1980 to 1982. Because of his close association with Trudeau, he was replaced during the ministry of Joe Clark, but returned following the 1980 election that returned Trudeau to power. As head of the public service, Pitfield played a senior role in the government's successful efforts to patriate the Canadian Constitution. In recognition of his service, he was appointed to the Canadian Senate at Trudeau's recommendation on December 22, 1982. Although he had been perceived to be close to the Liberal Party, he took his seat in the Senate as an Independent. He also served from the mid 1980s until 2002 as vice chairman of Power Corporation, and is now Director Emeritus of the company.

Was an American author, activist and politician. In 2004, he was selected by independent candidate R

Was an American author, activist and politician. In 2004, he was selected by independent candidate Ralph Nader as his vice-presidential running mate on a ticket which had the endorsement of the Reform Party.[1][2]Camejo was a three-time Green Party gubernatorial candidate most recently in 2006 receiving 2.3% of the vote. Camejo also ran in the 2003 California recall election finishing fourth in a field of 135 candidates (2.8%), and in 2002, finishing fourth with 5.3%.

Is a former Heisman Trophy winner, Rhodes Scholar, U.S. Army Brigadier General, and Republican candi

Is a former Heisman Trophy winner, Rhodes Scholar, U.S. Army Brigadier General, and Republican candidate for Senate. He is currently vice chairman of Citigroup Private Bank.

Is an American politician and Republican member of the Florida House of Representatives since 2006,

Is an American politician and Republican member of the Florida House of Representatives since 2006, representing the 48th District of Florida.Beginning in 2002, Nehr served 2 terms as City Commissioner for the city of Tarpon Springs, Florida, and on the B

Is an American pianist and pops conductor.Nero recorded his first album in 1961, and won a Grammy Aw

Is an American pianist and pops conductor.Nero recorded his first album in 1961, and won a Grammy Award that year for "Best New Artist." Since then, he has received another Grammy, garnered ten additional nominations and released 67 albums. Nero's early association with RCA Records produced 23 albums in eight years. His subsequent move to Columbia Records resulted in a million-selling single and album - Summer of '42.

Is an American sprint kayaker who competed from the early 1990s to the early 2000s. Competing in thr

Is an American sprint kayaker who competed from the early 1990s to the early 2000s. Competing in three Summer Olympics, he earned his best finish of sixth twice (2000: K-2 500 m, K-4 1000 m).

A former American football linebacker who played for the Baltimore Ravens. He is currently a candida

A former American football linebacker who played for the Baltimore Ravens. He is currently a candidate (the Republican nominee) for the Florida House of Representatives, District 9.He played at Heathwood Hall Episcopal School, and then graduated first from Spring Valley High School, and went on to play for Florida State University. He was an All-State pick for Spring Valley High School in 1992. He recorded 132 tackles, 14 sacks, and two blocked punts and was named one of the top 50 athletes in the Nation by the The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. He was also named one of the Nation's top 100 athletes by the Dallas Morning News. He accepted a scholarship to Florida State University.

Was a U.S. Representative from Maine.He served in the United States Navy from 1944 to 1953, discharg

Was a U.S. Representative from Maine.He served in the United States Navy from 1944 to 1953, discharged with rank of lieutenant. He was admitted to the bar in 1957 and commenced the practice of law in Portland, Maine. He served from 1957 to 1959 as counsel