American Famous Names Starting with Letter J

Was a college and professional American football player in the 1950s and '60s. He is a member of the

Was a college and professional American football player in the 1950s and '60s. He is a member of the College and Professional Football Halls of Fame.Parker was selected by the Baltimore Colts in the first round of the 1957 NFL draft, and the eighth player selected overall.

Is a retired professional hockey player for the NHL. He played for 10 different NHL teams. His high

Is a retired professional hockey player for the NHL. He played for 10 different NHL teams. His high school hockey success and his 1995 Stanley Cup victory with the state's NHL team has made him a local hero in his home state amongst younger hockey players

Was a U.S. Representative from Arkansas.Housed Union General Frederick Salomon and Matthew Brady dur

Was a U.S. Representative from Arkansas.Housed Union General Frederick Salomon and Matthew Brady during the Battle of Poison Springs, in 1864.President of the Mississippi, Ouachita & Red River Railroad in 1858.

Was an American politician and a signatory of the Confederate States Constitution. He was born in An

Was an American politician and a signatory of the Confederate States Constitution. He was born in Anderson County, South Carolina and later moved to Columbus, Mississippi. He represented Mississippi in the Provisional Confederate Congress from February 18

Was a U.S. cabinet officer and government official.On February 2, 1973, Lynn was sworn in as the Sec

Was a U.S. cabinet officer and government official.On February 2, 1973, Lynn was sworn in as the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, and served until 1975. Under Gerald Ford, Lynn became the director of the Office of Management and Budget, serving

(born on May 26, 1934 in Englewood, New Jersey) is a former Major League Baseball shortstop. He was

(born on May 26, 1934 in Englewood, New Jersey) is a former Major League Baseball shortstop. He was signed by the Philadelphia Phillies before the 1953 season and played for the Boston Red Sox (1959), the Washington Senators (1961), Cleveland Indians (1962), and Houston Astros (1963).

Of Chicago was a Democratic U.S. Representative from Illinois' 4th congressional district, 1907–19

Of Chicago was a Democratic U.S. Representative from Illinois' 4th congressional district, 1907–1914, 1915-1917.

Was a politician in Manitoba, Canada. He served as a Progressive Conservative member of the Legislat

Was a politician in Manitoba, Canada. He served as a Progressive Conservative member of the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba from 1963 to 1966. His election to the legislature occurred under unusual circumstances after two recounts in the 1962 election in Kildonan. Mills was the Progressive Conservative candidate in this election, and defeated New Democratic Party incumbent A.J. Reid by a mere four votes. Mills was a backbench supporter of Dufferin Roblin's government during his time in office. In the 1966 election, and Mills lost to Peter Fox of the NDP by 636 votes. He did not seek a return to the legislature after this time.

(born November 24, 1939, in Breckenridge, Michigan), nicknamed the “Gray Fox,” is a former Major

(born November 24, 1939, in Breckenridge, Michigan), nicknamed the “Gray Fox,” is a former Major League Baseball outfielder and left-handed batter who played for the Detroit Tigers (1964-1974),

Was a United States Representative from 1873 until 1875. He was one of Alabama's three black congres

Was a United States Representative from 1873 until 1875. He was one of Alabama's three black congressmen during Reconstruction.

Was a U.S. humorist and cartoonist. Thurber was best known for his contributions (both cartoons and

Was a U.S. humorist and cartoonist. Thurber was best known for his contributions (both cartoons and short stories) to The New Yorker magazine.

Is an American actor, singer, and comedian. He is best known for his portrayal of the good-hearted b

Is an American actor, singer, and comedian. He is best known for his portrayal of the good-hearted but naïve Gomer Pyle on two highly successful 1960s sitcoms, The Andy Griffith Show and its spinoff, Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. Given his goofy demeanor and high-pitched voice on both Andy Griffith and Gomer Pyle, it was surprising to many when he revealed a strong baritone singing voice and turned it into a successful recording career.

Is an American prizefighter, nicknamed "Quick". Tillis began his boxing career in 1978 with a first-

Is an American prizefighter, nicknamed "Quick". Tillis began his boxing career in 1978 with a first-round knockout of Ron Stephany. He won his first 20 fights with 16 knockouts. One of his most impressive early victories was a seventh-round knockout over

Daly, an Irish American, was born in New York City, the only son and youngest child of actor James

Daly, an Irish American, was born in New York City, the only son and youngest child of actor James Daly and actress Hope Newell. He is a younger brother of actress Tyne Daly, who is 10 years his senior and is a brother-in-law of television and film composer Mark Snow. He is also related to former game show host and newsman John Charles Daly. He has two other sisters, Mary Glynn (Snow's wife)and Pegeen Michael. He attended The Putney School, where he started to study acting.

(born October 16, 1941) is an American former Major League baseball catcher, and a current broadcast

(born October 16, 1941) is an American former Major League baseball catcher, and a current broadcaster for FOX Sports.

Was an American economist. Tobin advocated and developed the ideas of Keynesian economics. He believ

Was an American economist. Tobin advocated and developed the ideas of Keynesian economics. He believed that governments should intervene in the economy in order to stabilize output and avoid recessions. His academic work included pioneering contributions to the study of investment, monetary and fiscal policy and financial markets. Furthermore, he proposed an econometric model for censored endogenous variables, the well known "Tobit model".

He is known for romantic ballads such as "I Need Love" and "Hey Lover" as well as pioneering hip-hop

He is known for romantic ballads such as "I Need Love" and "Hey Lover" as well as pioneering hip-hop such as "I Can't Live Without My Radio", "I'm Bad", "The Boomin' System", "Mama Said Knock You Out", and "4, 3, 2, 1". L has also appeared in several film

Was an American football player. He currently attends CSUN. James is a co-owner and Facility Coodina

Was an American football player. He currently attends CSUN. James is a co-owner and Facility Coodinator for D1 Sports Training in Greenville, SC.

Was an American country and pop singer.Jim Reeves was born in Galloway, Texas, a small rural communi

Was an American country and pop singer.Jim Reeves was born in Galloway, Texas, a small rural community near Carthage. He became known as a crooner because of his warm, velvety voice. His songs were remarkable for their simple elegance highlighted by his rich light baritone voice. Songs such as "He'll Have to Go," "Adios Amigo (song)," "Welcome To My World," and "Am I Losing You" demonstrated this approach. Jim Reeves' Christmas songs have been perennial favorites, including songs such as "Silver Bells," "Blue Christmas," and "An Old Christmas Card".

Was a United States politician and acting governor of Montana Territory in 1869.He served as secreta

Was a United States politician and acting governor of Montana Territory in 1869.He served as secretary for the legislative council of the Dakota Territory. Tufts served in the Idaho territorial legislature and was the first speaker. He was appointed terri

A Canadian actor best known for his role as Jack Slattery on the ABC television series Men in Trees.

A Canadian actor best known for his role as Jack Slattery on the ABC television series Men in Trees.Tupper was born in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada. He studied acting at Concordia University, Montreal, and later at Rutgers University, New Jersey.Entertainment Tonight has reported that Anne Heche, the Men in Trees actress is romantically involved with Tupper. Heche's rep had no comment on the relationship. Tupper split from his wife in November 2006,[year needed] according to ET. His rep had no comment when reached by PEOPLE magazine.

Is a retired American National Basketball Association player. A 6'9" 210 pound forward, Brewer atten

Is a retired American National Basketball Association player. A 6'9" 210 pound forward, Brewer attended the University of Minnesota before being drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first round (2nd pick) of the 1973 NBA Draft. He played nine seasons in the NBA before retiring in 1982. Then he played with Pallacanestro Cantù in Italian Serie A along with players as Pierluigi Marzorati and Antonello Riva with coach Giancarlo Primo. He won a Euroleague and an Intercontinental Cup.

An artist primarily concerned with light and space.He is best known for his work in progress, Roden

An artist primarily concerned with light and space.He is best known for his work in progress, Roden Crater. Located outside Flagstaff, Arizona, Turrell is turning this natural cinder volcanic crater into a massive naked-eye observatory, designed specifically for the viewing of celestial phenomena. His other works usually enclose the viewer in order to control their perception of light; a James Turrell skyspace is an enclosed room large enough for roughly 15 people. Inside,

(born December 30, 1982 in Trenton, New Jersey) is a relief pitcher for the Baltimore Orioles. He is

(born December 30, 1982 in Trenton, New Jersey) is a relief pitcher for the Baltimore Orioles. He is known mainly for his fastball, which he regularly throws at 95 to 96 miles per hour; he did strike a batter out on a 100 mph fastball while playing for the Bowie Baysox. In addition to the fastball, he throws a slider and changeup.

An American ice hockey prospect in the Philadelphia Flyers organization. He currently plays for the

An American ice hockey prospect in the Philadelphia Flyers organization. He currently plays for the University of New Hampshire.vanRiemsdyk attended Christian Brothers Academy in Lincroft, New Jersey before transferring out after his sophomore year to move to Ann Arbor, Michigan to play for USA NDT. In his final high school game for CBA he scored the game winning goal in overtime to defeat the Delbarton School and star goaltender Michael D'Urso in the 2005 Parochial state championship. In 2006–07, he scored 33 goals and 30 assists for the US Under-18 National Team,and represented the United States at the 2007 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships in Sweden. vanRiemsdyk was drafted second overall by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft. Fellow American Patrick Kane went first overall marking the first time in NHL history that two Americans were drafted 1st and 2nd overall in the same draft.