American Famous Names Starting with Letter R

Was an attorney and Democratic politician from San Antonio, Texas, who served in the first half of t

Was an attorney and Democratic politician from San Antonio, Texas, who served in the first half of the 20th century as Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives, Attorney General of Texas, and chairman of the Texas Highway Department.

Was an American figure skater. He placed 7th at the 1960 Winter Olympics.

Was an American figure skater. He placed 7th at the 1960 Winter Olympics.

Is a retired American basketball player.He played for the Minneapolis Lakers (1954-55) in the NBA fo

Is a retired American basketball player.He played for the Minneapolis Lakers (1954-55) in the NBA for 19 games.

Is a former American astronaut, and Captain in the United States Navy.Curbeam graduated from Woodlaw

Is a former American astronaut, and Captain in the United States Navy.Curbeam graduated from Woodlawn High School, Baltimore County, Maryland in 1980. He earned a bachelor of science degree in aerospace engineering from the United States Naval Academy in

(born on July 14, 1934) is an American golfer.

(born on July 14, 1934) is an American golfer.

Was an American poet. He is highly regarded for his realistic depictions of rural life and his comma

Was an American poet. He is highly regarded for his realistic depictions of rural life and his command of American colloquial speech.[1] His work frequently employed themes from the early 1900s rural life in New England, using the setting to examine compl

Also known as Bobby Jancik, was an American college and professional football player who played for

Also known as Bobby Jancik, was an American college and professional football player who played for the American Football League's Houston Oilers from 1962 through 1967. He died in 2005 of a heart attack.

(November 26, 1905 - July 6, 1982), nicknamed "Indian Bob", was an American left fielder in Major Le

(November 26, 1905 - July 6, 1982), nicknamed "Indian Bob", was an American left fielder in Major League Baseball who played for three American League teams from 1933 to 1945,

Is a former American football linebacker who played 10 seasons in the National Football League for t

Is a former American football linebacker who played 10 seasons in the National Football League for the Dallas Cowboys, the St. Louis Rams, the Miami Dolphins, and the Washington Redskins from 1992 to 2001.

Was the 36th Lieutenant Governor of Colorado, serving from 1959 to 1967 under Stephen L.R. McNichols

Was the 36th Lieutenant Governor of Colorado, serving from 1959 to 1967 under Stephen L.R. McNichols and John Arthur Love.

Was a designated hitter and outfielder in Major League Baseball. He played college baseball for Flor

Was a designated hitter and outfielder in Major League Baseball. He played college baseball for Florida International University.

(born February 8, 1943 in Shreveport, Louisiana) is a former first baseman and outfielder in Major L

(born February 8, 1943 in Shreveport, Louisiana) is a former first baseman and outfielder in Major League Baseball who played for the Pittsburgh Pirates (1965), Kansas City Royals (1969-72), California Angels (1972-74), Baltimore Orioles (1974) and New York Yankees (1975). He batted and threw right-handed.

Is a retired American basketball center. He was known for his strong defense and jump shooting, and

Is a retired American basketball center. He was known for his strong defense and jump shooting, and was elected to the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2003. In 1997, Parish was also named as one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History. His nickname was "The Chief", after the mute Native American in the film One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. According to Parish, former Celtics forward Cedric Maxwell gave Parish this nickname because of his stoic nature.

Is a retired Brigadier General of the United States Army and former NASA astronaut.Stewart became a

Is a retired Brigadier General of the United States Army and former NASA astronaut.Stewart became a NASA astronaut in August 1979. His technical duties in the astronaut office included testing and evaluation of the entry flight control systems for STS-1 (

(born August 18, 1970 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is a former outfielder in Major League Baseball

(born August 18, 1970 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is a former outfielder in Major League Baseball who played his entire career for the Detroit Tigers. He has a career batting average of .272. He attended Temple University.

Is a well-known American radio, game show host and television personality best known for hosting the

Is a well-known American radio, game show host and television personality best known for hosting the game show The Newlywed Game on and off from 1966 to 2000, where he was known for using the catch-phrase, "Makin' Whoopee".

Has been the public address announcer for the New York Yankees of Major League Baseball since 1951,

Has been the public address announcer for the New York Yankees of Major League Baseball since 1951, and was also the public address announcer for the New York Giants of the National Football League from 1956 to 2006. Since joining the Yankees, he has announced over 4,500 Major League Baseball games, and has worked 22 World Series. The first Yankee lineup Sheppard announced contained 5 future Hall of Famers: Joe DiMaggio, Mickey Mantle, Johnny Mize, Yogi Berra, and Phil Rizzuto. The Yankees played the Boston Red Sox that day, so Sheppard also introduced Ted Williams and Lou Boudreau, for a total of seven future Hall of Famers.

A playwright, actor and film director from Quebec City, Quebec, and is one of Canada's most honoured

A playwright, actor and film director from Quebec City, Quebec, and is one of Canada's most honoured theatre artists.Lepage was raised in Quebec City. At age five, he was diagnosed with a rare form of alopecia, which caused complete hair loss over his whole body. As a teenager he struggled with depression, and turned to drama classes to conquer his shyness.

Was a tennis player from New York in the United States, who won two medals at the 1904 Summer Olympi

Was a tennis player from New York in the United States, who won two medals at the 1904 Summer Olympics in St. Louis. In the men's singles event he won a silver medal and another silver medal he won in the men's doubles tournament; partnering Alphonzo Bell

Is among the most famous of Delta blues musicians. His landmark recordings from 1936–1937 display

Is among the most famous of Delta blues musicians. His landmark recordings from 1936–1937 display a remarkable combination of singing, guitar skills, and songwriting talent that have influenced generations of musicians. Johnson's shadowy, poorly documented life and death at age 27 have given rise to much legend.

(born May 28, 1923 in Wyandotte, Michigan) was a Pitcher for the Cleveland Indians (1946-47), Chicag

(born May 28, 1923 in Wyandotte, Michigan) was a Pitcher for the Cleveland Indians (1946-47), Chicago White Sox (1949-50), Washington Senators (1950-51), New York Yankees (1951-54), Baltimore Orioles (1954-55), Philadelphia Phillies (1955), Pittsburgh Pirates (1957) and St. Louis Cardinals (1957).

Is a retired American basketball player in the NBA. A 5'11" point guard from UNLV, Smith played for

Is a retired American basketball player in the NBA. A 5'11" point guard from UNLV, Smith played for seven teams in as many seasons from 1977 to 1984.He was selected by the Denver Nuggets in the 1977 NBA Draft in the third round.

Around this time, Rob began canvasing the #LinPeople regulars for support in the form of financial c

Around this time, Rob began canvasing the #LinPeople regulars for support in the form of financial contribution and agreement to abide by a set of policies which he claimed were based on the teachings from The Tao of Pooh. These policies have since been transferred to Freenode's philosophy and policy pages. Rob wanted to create an organizing body to which the regulars of #LinPeople could belong. This informal organization was referred to as "The Linux Internet Support Co-Operative," or LISC.

Is an American indie rock bass guitarist, guitarist, and singer. He is currently a member of Los Ang

Is an American indie rock bass guitarist, guitarist, and singer. He is currently a member of Los Angeles-based band Black Rebel Motorcycle Club and was, for a time, a bass player in The Beggars. He is the son of Michael Been of The Call.

Was an American pair skater who competed with Carole Ormaca. The duo won the gold medal at the Unite

Was an American pair skater who competed with Carole Ormaca. The duo won the gold medal at the United States Figure Skating Championships four straight times, beginning in 1953. They also placed fourth at the World Figure Skating Championships three times