American Famous Names Starting with Letter W

Was an American cricketer. He was a left-handed batsman and a left-arm spin bowler. He played seven

Was an American cricketer. He was a left-handed batsman and a left-arm spin bowler. He played seven first-class matches between 1901 and 1913. Six of these were for the Philadelphian cricket team, the other for a combined Canada/USA team against Australia, which was his final first-class match.

Is an American media personality and author best known for his work on NBC's The Today Show and as t

Is an American media personality and author best known for his work on NBC's The Today Show and as the creator of the Ronald McDonald character.Scott showed an early interest in broadcasting as a teenager, working as a 16-year old in 1950 as an NBC page at WRC-AM, NBC's owned-and-operated television station in Washington, D.C..[1] Scott then attended American University, where he worked alongside fellow student Ed Walker at WAMU-AM, the university's radio station (1951–1953). Scott became a member of Alpha Sigma Phi fraternity while at American University and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy and religion.[1]

An American media personality and author best known for his work on NBC's The Today Show and as the

An American media personality and author best known for his work on NBC's The Today Show and as the creator of the Ronald McDonald character.Scott showed an early interest in broadcasting as a 16-year-old, working in 1950 as an NBC page at WRC-AM, NBC's owned-and-operated television station in Washington, D.C..[1] Scott then attended American University, where he worked alongside fellow student Ed Walker at WAMU-AM, the university's radio station (1951–1953). Scott became a member of Alpha Sigma Phi fraternity while at American University and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy and religion.[

Was an American ice hockey player and high school boy's hockey coach. Born in Eveleth, Minnesota, a

Was an American ice hockey player and high school boy's hockey coach. Born in Eveleth, Minnesota, a powerhouse in hockey (owning seven state high school championships, including the very first Minnesota state hockey tournament in 1945, and producing six m

(June 26, 1915 - August 4, 1996), nicknamed "Home Run" Brown, was an American outfielder in the Negr

(June 26, 1915 - August 4, 1996), nicknamed "Home Run" Brown, was an American outfielder in the Negro Leagues and Major League Baseball.

(June 17, 1928 - December 10, 2000) was a pitcher in Major League Baseball who played his entire car

(June 17, 1928 - December 10, 2000) was a pitcher in Major League Baseball who played his entire career with the Boston Red Sox between 1950 and 1958

Was an American basketball player recruited to Weber State University by head coach Dick Motta. He w

Was an American basketball player recruited to Weber State University by head coach Dick Motta. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.Sojourner's basketball career (1968-71) at Weber State included Big Sky Conference records in scoring and rebounding. He lead the Wildcats to three Big Sky Conference regular-season titles. His career stats include 1,563 points and 1,143 rebounds. Sojourner still ranks second in rebounding and first in career rebounding average at 14.1 per game.

Was an American artist. Born in Lowell, Massachusetts. He studied at the School of the Museum of Fin

Was an American artist. Born in Lowell, Massachusetts. He studied at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and later attended Académie Julian, Paris. After early figure-painting and illustration, he became prominent as a landscape painter. He was

(May 28, 1910 – August 3, 1940) was a major league baseball catcher from 1938 to 1940. Hershberger

(May 28, 1910 – August 3, 1940) was a major league baseball catcher from 1938 to 1940. Hershberger has the unfortunate distinction of being the only major league player to commit suicide during the season.

Is an American businessman and former Governor of Massachusetts. Romney is also a former candidate f

Is an American businessman and former Governor of Massachusetts. Romney is also a former candidate for the Republican nomination in the 2008 United States presidential election.

Was an African-American writer, related to the noted artist Archibald Motley. The two were raised as

Was an African-American writer, related to the noted artist Archibald Motley. The two were raised as brothers, although in actuality Archibald was Willard's uncle. Born into an affluent family in either 1909 or 1912 (sources vary), Willard Motley he grew up in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood, in one of the only African-American families residing there.

Was an American analytic philosopher and logician. From 1930 until his death 70 years later, Quine w

Was an American analytic philosopher and logician. From 1930 until his death 70 years later, Quine was affiliated in some way with Harvard University, first as a student, then as a professor of philosophy and a teacher of mathematics, and finally as an em

Was an American ice hockey player who competed in the 1924 Winter Olympics.He was a member of the Am

Was an American ice hockey player who competed in the 1924 Winter Olympics.He was a member of the American ice hockey team, which won the silver medal.

(b. February 8, 1921 in Richmond, Virginia - d. November 5, 2000 in Norwood, New Jersey) was a right

(b. February 8, 1921 in Richmond, Virginia - d. November 5, 2000 in Norwood, New Jersey) was a right fielder in Major League Baseball. From 1942 through 1955, Marshall played for the New York Giants

Was an American basketball player and coach. Born in Glen Ridge, New Jersey, he played college baske

Was an American basketball player and coach. Born in Glen Ridge, New Jersey, he played college basketball for New York University and later spent four seasons playing for the New York Knicks of the NBA (1946-50). In 1967 he became head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, and guided them to the NBA finals in 1968 and 1969 losing both times to the Boston Celtics. Van Breda Kolff also coached the Detroit Pistons, Phoenix Suns and New Orleans Jazz, compiling an 266-253 record overall.

Was a noted American statistician, economist, and chairman of the Committee for Constitutional Gover

Was a noted American statistician, economist, and chairman of the Committee for Constitutional Government, Inc.King was born in Cascade, Iowa in 1880. King received his education from one-room schoolhouse teachers in Nebraska. He attended the University o

Was an American climber who, along with Tom Hornbein, were members of the first American expedition

Was an American climber who, along with Tom Hornbein, were members of the first American expedition to summit Mount Everest on May 22, 1963. Unsoeld and Hornbein's legendary climb was the first ascent from the peak's west ridge, and the first major traver

Is a retired American professional basketball player. He was a 6'7" (201 cm) 205 lb (93 kg) forward

Is a retired American professional basketball player. He was a 6'7" (201 cm) 205 lb (93 kg) forward and played collegiately at Georgetown University from 1981–85.Martin was selected with the 2nd pick of the second round in the 1985 NBA Draft by the Indiana Pacers. He played 66 games for them in 1985-86, averaging 5.0 points, 1.9 rebounds and 0.8 assists per game. In his second and third seasons he played with the New York Knicks and Phoenix Suns, respectively.

Of Chicago, Illinois was born in County Cork, Ireland. He was a representative from Illinois' 6th co

Of Chicago, Illinois was born in County Cork, Ireland. He was a representative from Illinois' 6th congressional district, 1909-1911.

Is an American former speed skater who competed in the 1956 Winter Olympics and in the 1960 Winter O

Is an American former speed skater who competed in the 1956 Winter Olympics and in the 1960 Winter Olympics.

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 all six matches.

Is an American water polo player who competed in the 1952 Summer Olympics and in the 1956 Summer Oly

Is an American water polo player who competed in the 1952 Summer Olympics and in the 1956 Summer Olympics.Kooistra was a member of the American water polo team which finished fourth in the 1952 tournament. He played seven matches.

Was an American wrestler who competed in the 1904 Summer Olympics.

Was an American wrestler who competed in the 1904 Summer Olympics.

Is an American farmer and politician. He is currently a member of the Kansas House of Representative

Is an American farmer and politician. He is currently a member of the Kansas House of Representatives.With no prior elected office experience, he was elected and began service in the Kansas House of Representatives in 1999. He represents the 124th Distric

Is an American professional wrestler, best known for his appearances with World Championship Wrestli

Is an American professional wrestler, best known for his appearances with World Championship Wrestling and World Wrestling Entertainment as Hugh Morrus and Bill Demott respectively and as Crash The Terminator in Extreme Championship Wrestling and Japan. W