Business Insider Lists Most Famous Living Celebrities by State

Business Insider compiled a list of the most famous living celebrities from all 50 states. The selection was based on birthplace, with one exception noted for Alaska. The list includes actors, musicians, athletes, and public figures who have received major awards and produced widely recognized work.

Lionel Richie was born and raised in Tuskegee, Alabama. " Other notable figures listed from the state include Courteney Cox, Octavia Spencer, and Channing Tatum.

Jewel Kilcher was born in Utah but raised in Homer, Alaska. She has appeared on the Discovery Channel series "Alaska: The Last Frontier" and received Grammy nominations as a singer-songwriter. Other notable figures listed from the state include Darby Stanchfield and Irene Bedard.

Emma Stone grew up in Scottsdale, Arizona. She began performing in community theater as a child and later won two Academy Awards. Other notable figures listed from the state include Stevie Nicks, Lynda Carter, and Jordin Sparks.

Billy Bob Thornton was born in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and spent early years living in a cabin in the woods. He received an Academy Award and has spoken about his childhood in interviews. Other notable figures listed from the state include additional actors and musicians.