American Famous Names Starting with Letter J

Born on December 19, 1968 in Denver, Colorado. He was a former Major League Baseball outfielder who

Born on December 19, 1968 in Denver, Colorado. He was a former Major League Baseball outfielder who primarily played for the Houston Astros. In addition, the lesser known Mouton also played for the San Diego Padres, Montreal Expos and Milwaukee Brewers.

Is an American politician and attorney. A Democrat, Sasser served three terms as a United States Sen

Is an American politician and attorney. A Democrat, Sasser served three terms as a United States Senator from Tennessee (1977–1995) and was Chairman of the Senate Budget Committee. From 1995 to 1999, during the Clinton Administration, he was the United St

Was an American author known for his explorations of World War II and its aftermath. Jones was born

Was an American author known for his explorations of World War II and its aftermath. Jones was born in Robinson, Illinois. He enlisted in the US Army in 1939 and served in the 25th Infantry Division before and during World War II, first in Hawaii, then in

Was an American writer and mountaineer. He was born in New York.He was the ghost writer for Tenzing

Was an American writer and mountaineer. He was born in New York.He was the ghost writer for Tenzing Norgay's autobiography Man of Everest (originally published as Tiger of the Snows). High Conquest was the first of nine books for J.B. Lippincott coming ou

Is a stage magician and scientific skeptic best known as a challenger of paranormal claims and pseud

Is a stage magician and scientific skeptic best known as a challenger of paranormal claims and pseudoscience. Born Randall James Hamilton Zwinge,[1] in Toronto, Ontario in Canada, Randi is the founder of the James Randi Educational Foundation (JREF). Randi began his career as a magician, but when he retired at age 60, he switched to investigating paranormal, occult, and supernatural claims. Although often referred to as a "debunker," Randi rejects that title, describing himself as an "investigator."[2] He has written about the paranormal, skepticism, and the history of magic. He was a frequent guest on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, and is occasionally featured on the television program Penn & Teller: Bullshit!.

Born October 30, 1941 in Hookerton, North Carolina, and known to baseball fans as Jim Ray Hart), is

Born October 30, 1941 in Hookerton, North Carolina, and known to baseball fans as Jim Ray Hart), is a retired third baseman in Major League Baseball. He played for the National League's San Francisco Giants from 1963 to 1973 and the American League's New York Yankees in 1973 and 1974. Hart batted and threw right-handed.

Is a former Major League Baseball first and third baseman.Drafted by the San Diego Padres in the 3rd

Is a former Major League Baseball first and third baseman.Drafted by the San Diego Padres in the 3rd round of the 1985 Major League Baseball Draft, Tatum was the American Association MVP in 1992, batting .329 with 19 home runs and 101 RBI.Tatum made his major league debut with the Milwaukee Brewers on September 18, 1992, and appear in his final game on June 11, 1998. Tatum was a member of the inaugural Colorado Rockies team that began play in Major League Baseball in 1993. He hit the first grand slam in Colorado Rockies history on May 4, 1993.

Was an American freestyle swimmer who competed in the 1932 Summer Olympics. In 1932 he was eliminate

Was an American freestyle swimmer who competed in the 1932 Summer Olympics. In 1932 he was eliminated in the semi-finals of the 400 metre freestyle event.

Was an American ragtime and early jazz bandleader, arranger, and composer.

Was an American ragtime and early jazz bandleader, arranger, and composer.

Was a U.S. Representative from Ohio, son of Joseph Morris. He served two years' apprenticeship at th

Was a U.S. Representative from Ohio, son of Joseph Morris. He served two years' apprenticeship at the printing trade in 1833 and 1834. He studied under private tutor until 1839. He studied law. He was admitted to the bar in 1843 and commenced practice at

Was an American jurist and the 20th Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court from 1909 to 1914.In

Was an American jurist and the 20th Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court from 1909 to 1914.In 1896, Dowdell was named chancellor of the Northeastern Division, and in 1898 was named an associate justice of the Alabama Supreme Court.Dowdell was named

Also nicknamed "Rawhide", was a Major League Baseball third baseman who played for the Boston Red So

Also nicknamed "Rawhide", was a Major League Baseball third baseman who played for the Boston Red Sox (1938-44) and Philadelphia Phillies (1946-47). Tabor was born in New Hope, Alabama. He batted and threw right-handed.In 1940 Tabor collected a career-high 21 home runs with 81 RBI, with 16 homers and a career-high 101 RBI in 1941. He remained with Boston until the 1944 campaign when he went into the Army. He was discharged in 1946 and then was sold to the Phillies. After two years in Philadelphia, Tabor was sent to the minor leagues.

(born April 16, 1942) is a former Major League Baseball right-handed starting pitcher who played wit

(born April 16, 1942) is a former Major League Baseball right-handed starting pitcher who played with the Boston Red Sox (1965-71), Milwaukee Brewers (1972) and Philadelphia Phillies (1973-79)

Is a Republican politician and the current Governor of Texas.On November 30, 2007, Perry was named t

Is a Republican politician and the current Governor of Texas.On November 30, 2007, Perry was named the 2008 chairman of the Republican Governors Association. He succeeds Sonny Perdue of Georgia.

(born November 30, 1981, in Victoria, British Columbia) is a Canadian pitcher for the Oakland Athlet

(born November 30, 1981, in Victoria, British Columbia) is a Canadian pitcher for the Oakland Athletics.

Is an American former professional basketball player who was selected by the Houston Rockets in the

Is an American former professional basketball player who was selected by the Houston Rockets in the 3rd round (51st overall) of the 1984 NBA Draft. A 6'10" forward-center from St. Louis Park High School and the University of Minnesota, Petersen played in 8 NBA seasons for 3 different teams. He played for the Rockets, Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors. With the Rockets, Petersen shared the frontcourt with All-stars Akeem Olajuwon and Ralph Sampson, who were known as the "Twin Towers". In reference to his very light complexion, Petersen was affectionately known as "The Ivory Tower" during his time in Houston.

(born December 29, 1977), is an American baseball pitcher who plays for the Bridgeport Bluefish of t

(born December 29, 1977), is an American baseball pitcher who plays for the Bridgeport Bluefish of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball

Was an American badminton player who won national and international championships between 1958 and 1

Was an American badminton player who won national and international championships between 1958 and 1979.Though he took up the sport in earnest at a far later age than do most elite players, Poole went on to have a remarkably long career in high level badm

Is a former American swimmer. Rauch won a silver medal at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney.

Is a former American swimmer. Rauch won a silver medal at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney.

Was an African American sculptor known for his many public works, including the Toussaint L’Ouvert

Was an African American sculptor known for his many public works, including the Toussaint L’Ouverture Monument in Port-au-Prince, Haiti and a sculpture of Rose McClendon for Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater House.Barthe once said that “all my life I have be interested in trying to capture the spiritual quality I see and feel in people, and I feel that the human figure as God made it, is the best means of expressing this spirit in man.”

(born March 20, 1952 in Farmville, Virginia), is a former professional baseball player who pitched i

(born March 20, 1952 in Farmville, Virginia), is a former professional baseball player who pitched in the Major Leagues from 1976-1986.

Is an American professional tennis player and is currently the 7th ranked player in the world. He is

Is an American professional tennis player and is currently the 7th ranked player in the world. He is the top ranked American player. Blake is known for his speed and powerful forehands. In 2006 he reached the final of the Tennis Masters Cup but lost to World No. 1 Roger Federer in straight sets, 6û0, 6û3, 6û4. On July 3, 2007, Blake's book, Breaking Back: How I Lost Everything and Won Back My Life, discussing his comeback after his unlucky 2004 season, was released and debuted at #22 on the New York Times Best Seller list. He wrote this book along with Andrew Friedman.

Is a retired American basketball player.He played for the San Diego Clippers (1981-83) in the NBA fo

Is a retired American basketball player.He played for the San Diego Clippers (1981-83) in the NBA for 121 games.

(April 25, 1910 — December 29, 1977) was a Major League Baseball infielder and coach. Born in Jame

(April 25, 1910 — December 29, 1977) was a Major League Baseball infielder and coach. Born in Jamesville, North Carolina, he played college baseball at North Carolina State University.

(born August 6, 1957) is a former Major League Baseball third baseman/first baseman and right-handed

(born August 6, 1957) is a former Major League Baseball third baseman/first baseman and right-handed batter who played for the Atlanta Braves (1978-1986) and St. Louis Cardinals (1988). Horner was hampered by assorted injuries for most of his major league career.