American Famous Names Starting with Letter R

Goen was born and raised in Long Beach, California and graduated from San Diego State University in

Goen was born and raised in Long Beach, California and graduated from San Diego State University in 1976 with a degree in telecommunications and film. In 1977, he used his college radio experience to land a part-time job at KFOX radio in his native Long Beach, which led to his first full-time job as a disc jockey/producer for KPRO in Riverside, where he was promoted to work as a director. In 1981, he came to television, becoming a sports anchor at KESQ-TV, the ABC affiliate in Palm Springs.

Is an American volleyball player who competed in the 1992 Summer Olympics.In 1992 he was part of the

Is an American volleyball player who competed in the 1992 Summer Olympics.In 1992 he was part of the American team which won the bronze medal in the Olympic tournament. He played all eight matches. Samuelson led the US Team in blocks, and aces, and finish

Is an American water polo player who competed in the 1956 Summer Olympics and in the 1960 Summer Oly

Is an American water polo player who competed in the 1956 Summer Olympics and in the 1960 Summer Olympics.Horn was a member of the American water polo team which finished fifth in the 1956 tournament. He played five matches as goalkeeper.

Was an American animator, illustrator, and director best known for his work on the Looney Tunes and

Was an American animator, illustrator, and director best known for his work on the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series of cartoons from Warner Bros.

Is the junior United States Senator from New Jersey and a member of the Democratic Party. In January

Is the junior United States Senator from New Jersey and a member of the Democratic Party. In January 2006, he was appointed to fill the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Jon Corzine, who resigned upon being elected Governor of New Jersey. Menendez was elected t

(born July 28, 1964 in Trenton, New Jersey), is a former professional baseball player who pitched in

(born July 28, 1964 in Trenton, New Jersey), is a former professional baseball player who pitched in the Major Leagues from 1988-1994 and in 1996.

Is a canadian wrestler.

Is a canadian wrestler.

Is a Canadian politician. A member of the Liberal Party of Canada, Speller was elected to the Canadi

Is a Canadian politician. A member of the Liberal Party of Canada, Speller was elected to the Canadian House of Commons four times from 1988 to 2000. He was defeated in 2004 by a 20,938 to 19,277 margin. Speller was first elected in the 1988 Canadian federal election as a member of the Liberal Party, defeating incumbent Bud Bradley by only 209 votes. Brian Mulroney's Progressive Conservatives won the election, however, relegating Speller to opposition Member of Parliament (MP). As an opposition MP, Speller was Associate Trade Critic, Youth Critic and Chair of the Liberal Rural Caucus. Speller was re-elected in 1993, 1997 and 2000, as a member of the winning party. Jean Chrétien's Liberals won three successive elections. Speller served on the House of Commons Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food (1994–1995), served on the Canadian Parliamentary Association International Executive Committee, served on the Parliamentary Steel Caucus (1993, 1994, 1998), served on the Joint Inter-Parliamentary Council, and was Chair of the Sub-committee on Trade, Trade Disputes and Investment and the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (Canadian Branch).

Speller was re-elected in 1993, 1997 and 2000, as a member of the winning party. Jean Chrétien's

Speller was re-elected in 1993, 1997 and 2000, as a member of the winning party. Jean Chrétien's Liberals won three successive elections. Speller served on the House of Commons Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food (1994-1995), served on the Canadian Parliamentary Association International Executive Committee, served on the Parliamentary Steel Caucus (1993, 1994, 1998), served on the Joint Inter-Parliamentary Council, and was Chair of the Sub-committee on Trade, Trade Disputes and Investment and the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (Canadian Branch).

(January 27, 1940 – May 18, 2005) was an American professional golfe

(January 27, 1940 – May 18, 2005) was an American professional golfe

DJ Cucumberslice and formerly known as Bobbito The Barber, Make It Happen, Boogie Bob, Kool Bob Love

DJ Cucumberslice and formerly known as Bobbito The Barber, Make It Happen, Boogie Bob, Kool Bob Love, Soul Food Bob, and Bag of Tricks is a Puerto Rican DJ, writer, entrepreneur, streetball player, sneakerfreak, and member of the Rock Steady Crew.

Was a well known Atlantic Canadian sports figure, who distinguished himself in the boxing world.Beat

Was a well known Atlantic Canadian sports figure, who distinguished himself in the boxing world.Beaton boxed professionally; as a welterweight; he was 12-0 with nine TKOs. In 1941 he began refereeing. Until his retirement in 1983, he officiated at over 50

Is an American judoka who competed in the 1984 Summer Olympics and in the 1988 Summer Olympics.

Is an American judoka who competed in the 1984 Summer Olympics and in the 1988 Summer Olympics.

Is a former member of the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly and former retail manager. Vill

Is a former member of the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly and former retail manager. Villeneuve was first elected to the Northwest Territories Legislature in the 2003 Northwest Territories general election defeating incumbent Steven Nitah to win the Tu Nedhe electoral district. He became mired in a scandal towards the end of his first term in office. He was defeated in his bid for re-election in the 2007 Northwest Territories general election. He finished with 2.5% of the vote, coming in a distant fourth place in a field of six candidates.

Was an American Champion jockey in Thoroughbred horse racing.Bobby Jones rode professionally at Agua

Was an American Champion jockey in Thoroughbred horse racing.Bobby Jones rode professionally at Agua Caliente Racetrack in Tijuana, Mexico but rose to prominence riding at racetracks in Chicago. In 1931 he was a contract jockey for the stable of Mrs. Emil

Was a Canadian basketball player who competed in the 1952 Summer Olympics. He was part of the Canadi

Was a Canadian basketball player who competed in the 1952 Summer Olympics. He was part of the Canadian basketball team, which was eliminated after the group stage in the 1952 tournament. He played five matches.

Was an American figure skater who competed in pairs and men's singles. After serving in the Air For

Was an American figure skater who competed in pairs and men's singles. After serving in the Air Force during World War II, he skated for many years with the Ice Capades.

Is an American professional tennis player who resides in Acworth, Georgia. He reached the third roun

Is an American professional tennis player who resides in Acworth, Georgia. He reached the third round of the Australian Open in 2005, defeating Nicolás Almagro and Andrei Pavel before falling to Spaniard Rafael Nadal. In August 2008 he beat world # 42 Mar

Team owner and former driver, spending most of his driving career in the CART open-wheel series, win

Team owner and former driver, spending most of his driving career in the CART open-wheel series, winning three championships there

An American professional skateboarder, actor, entrepreneur and former star of his own reality TV ser

An American professional skateboarder, actor, entrepreneur and former star of his own reality TV series entitled Rob & Big with then personal bodyguard and best friend Chris "Big Black" Boykin[1]. He currently resides in Hollywood, California.While building the Skate Plaza, Dyrdek's long time dream of making a movie about skateboarding came to fruition. DyrdekÆs foray into the film business manifested itself in the writing, financing, casting, producing and starring in his feature film, Street Dreams. The story is about a young skater from the Midwest who is suddenly faced with national exposure and personal adversity, reminiscent of Dyrdek's own rise to fame.

A Canadian curler. He currently plays second for Mark Dacey.Harris has played for Dacey in men's pla

A Canadian curler. He currently plays second for Mark Dacey.Harris has played for Dacey in men's place since 2003, and since 2000 if their mixed team is taken into consideration. Harris, Dacey, third Heather Smith-Dacey and lead Laine Peters finally won t

Was a Canadian ice dancer. With partner Tracy Wilson, he was the 1988 Olympic bronze medalist.

Was a Canadian ice dancer. With partner Tracy Wilson, he was the 1988 Olympic bronze medalist.

Is a Canadian politician and a United Church minister. He served in the House of Commons as a Libera

Is a Canadian politician and a United Church minister. He served in the House of Commons as a Liberal Member of Parliament for the Toronto riding of Don Valley West from 2008 to 2011. Oliphant worked as a senior advisor in the Ontario government. In 1989, he was asked by then-Premier David Peterson to work in a senior role in the Premier's office. He subsequently went on to serve as Executive Assistant and Chief of Staff to two ministers, Mavis Wilson, Ontario Minister Responsible for Women's Issues, and Christine Hart, Ontario Minister of Culture and Communications. He was named to the Shadow Cabinet by Stéphane Dion as Critic for Veterans Affairs in November 2008. He was appointed to the same post by Michael Ignatieff in October 2009. On September 7, 2010, in announcing the team of Opposition Critics, Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff named Oliphant to the Multiculturalism post. He served as the co-chair of the Canada-India Parliamentary Friendship Group, treasurer-secretary of the Canada-Pakistan Parliamentary Friendship Group and vice-chair of the All Party Arts Caucus, the Liberal Caucus’ Intergovernmental Affairs Liaison with Queen’s Park on Ontario Issues, and the Federal Caucus Liaison of the Ontario Young Liberals.

An American actor, director, producer, writer, and political activist. As an actor, Reiner first cam

An American actor, director, producer, writer, and political activist. As an actor, Reiner first came to national prominence as Archie and Edith Bunker's (played by Carroll O'Connor and Jean Stapleton respectively) son-in-law, Michael "Meathead" Stivic, on All in the Family. That role earned him two Emmy Awards during the 1970s. As a director, Reiner was recognized by the Directors Guild of America (DGA) with nominations for Stand by Me, When Harry Met Sally..., and A Few Good Men. He was trained at the UCLA Film School.

Is an American professional wrestler, currently signed to Total Nonstop Action Wrestling under the r

Is an American professional wrestler, currently signed to Total Nonstop Action Wrestling under the ring name Robbie E. He is the current TNA X Division Champion. He has also competed in Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic independent promotions under the ring n