American Famous Names Starting with Letter J

Is an American former professional basketball player who was a six-time All-Star in the now-defunct

Is an American former professional basketball player who was a six-time All-Star in the now-defunct American Basketball Association (ABA).A 6'4" guard/forward, Jones attended Grambling State University before being drafted by the National Basketball Association's (NBA) Baltimore Bullets in 1967. Worried that he would not receive much playing-time behind future Hall-of-Famer Earl Monroe, he began his professional career in the rival ABA, playing seven seasons for the New Orleans Buccaneers, Memphis Pros, and Utah Stars. Though largely forgotten today, Jones was one of the ABA's best players, averaging 19.2 points, 5.1 assists, and 4.9 rebounds during his seven years in that league. Jones finally joined the Bullets franchise in 1974, appearing in three seasons before retiring in 1977.

Was a guard/forward with an 11-year career from 1979-1990 in the NBA. He played for the Portland Tra

Was a guard/forward with an 11-year career from 1979-1990 in the NBA. He played for the Portland Trail Blazers and Boston Celtics of the NBA and was subsequently inducted into the Oregon Sports Hall of Fame in 1998. He then served as general manager of the Cleveland Cavaliers from 1999 until 2005. He is the older brother of retired Chicago Bulls guard and current Bulls general manager John Paxson. On July 5, 2006, Paxson was hired as a consultant for the Chicago Bulls. He was a 2-time All-Star as member of the Portland Trailblazers.

Was the world heavyweight boxing champion from 1926-1928 who defeated Jack Dempsey twice, first in 1

Was the world heavyweight boxing champion from 1926-1928 who defeated Jack Dempsey twice, first in 1926 and then in 1927. Tunney's successful title defense against Dempsey is one of the most famous bouts in boxing history and is known as The Long Count Fi

Is a retired professional ice hockey right winger. He won first Stanley Cup in 1964 with Toronto. In

Is a retired professional ice hockey right winger. He won first Stanley Cup in 1964 with Toronto. In 1967, Pappin led the NHL in playoff goals and points and won a second Stanley Cup with Toronto Maple Leafs. He also scored the winning goal in the 1967 Stanley Cup Playoffs for the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Is a wanted fugitive and alleged leader of the Winter Hill Gang, an Irish-American crime family oper

Is a wanted fugitive and alleged leader of the Winter Hill Gang, an Irish-American crime family operating in the region of Boston, Massachusetts. He is the brother of William Michael Bulger (who rose to become President of the Massachusetts State Senate and President of the University of Massachusetts).On August 19, 1999, Bulger became the 458th Ten Most Wanted fugitive listed by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). He is currently wanted for racketeering (under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO)) murder, conspiracy to commit murder, extortion, conspiracy to commit extortion, money laundering, conspiracy to commit money laundering and narcotics distribution. In October 2007, Interpol released a "red notice" for Bulger.[1]

Commonly referred to as "The Godfather of Soul", "King of Funk", and "The Hardest Working Man in Sho

Commonly referred to as "The Godfather of Soul", "King of Funk", and "The Hardest Working Man in Show Business", was an American entertainer. He is recognized as one of the most influential figures in 20th century popular music and was renowned for his vocals, and feverish dancing.As a prolific singer, songwriter, bandleader, Brown was a pivotal force in the music industry. He left his mark on numerous artists. Brown's music also left its mark on the rhythms of African popular music, such as afrobeat, jùjú and mbalax,[4] and provided a template for go-go music

Is a Bermudian cricketer. He plays as a right handed batsman and has represented Bermuda at One Day

Is a Bermudian cricketer. He plays as a right handed batsman and has represented Bermuda at One Day International Cricket.

Is an American professional golfer.Colbert won eight times on the PGA Tour, including twice in 1983

Is an American professional golfer.Colbert won eight times on the PGA Tour, including twice in 1983 when he finished a career best fifteenth on the money list. As a senior Colbert has won 20 tournaments on the Champions Tour, including a senior major cham

(January 16, 1870 - March 6, 1943) was a Major League Baseball player at the turn of the 20th centur

(January 16, 1870 - March 6, 1943) was a Major League Baseball player at the turn of the 20th century

(July 9, 1865 - July 1, 1903) was a shortstop in Major League Baseball who played from 1890 through

(July 9, 1865 - July 1, 1903) was a shortstop in Major League Baseball who played from 1890 through 1892

Popularly known as Jim Croce, was an American singer-songwriter.Croce scored a handful of hit songs

Popularly known as Jim Croce, was an American singer-songwriter.Croce scored a handful of hit songs in the early '70s, but died in an airplane crash just as he was beginning to capitalize on his success. He is probably best remembered for the songs "Time in a Bottle" and "Bad, Bad Leroy Brown," both #1 hits in 1973.

(born on June 23, 1960 in Massena, New York) is a former left-handed starting pitcher. Deshaies made

(born on June 23, 1960 in Massena, New York) is a former left-handed starting pitcher. Deshaies made his Major League Baseball debut with the New York Yankees in 1984.

(November 10, 1896 - June 15, 1976) was an American third and second baseman, manager and coach in M

(November 10, 1896 - June 15, 1976) was an American third and second baseman, manager and coach in Major League Baseball

Was an Ontario lawyer and political figure. He represented Toronto South in the Legislative Assembly

Was an Ontario lawyer and political figure. He represented Toronto South in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario as a Conservative member from 1898 to 1916.He served as Attorney General from 1905 to 1914. Foy helped finance the Catholic Register, a Catholic weekly newspaper based in Toronto.

August 11, 1907 - September 30, 1969) was a pinch-hitter in Major League Baseball who played briefly

August 11, 1907 - September 30, 1969) was a pinch-hitter in Major League Baseball who played briefly for the Boston Red Sox during the 1930 season. Listed at 5' 11.5", 180 lb., Galvin batted and threw right-handed.

Is a leading economist at the University of Chicago, Distinguished Chair of Microeconometric at Univ

Is a leading economist at the University of Chicago, Distinguished Chair of Microeconometric at University College, London, and University College, Dublin.

Born December 27, 1963 in Lakewood, Ohio) is a former catcher and infielder in Major League Baseball

Born December 27, 1963 in Lakewood, Ohio) is a former catcher and infielder in Major League Baseball who played for the New York Yankees (1990-1996, 1999-2000), with whom he debuted on June 8, 1990.

(born November 17, 1974 in Brockton, Massachusetts) is a former professional baseball pitcher.

(born November 17, 1974 in Brockton, Massachusetts) is a former professional baseball pitcher.

Was an American machinist and labor leader who served as the second director of the Civilian Conserv

Was an American machinist and labor leader who served as the second director of the Civilian Conservation Corps from 26 February 1940 until it was terminated in 1942.

(born December 9, 1943 in Altadena, California) is a former left-handed pitcher in Major League Base

(born December 9, 1943 in Altadena, California) is a former left-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball who had an 11-year career from 1965 to 1975.

Was a former professional baseball player. He was a first baseman over parts of 2 seasons (1906-1907

Was a former professional baseball player. He was a first baseman over parts of 2 seasons (1906-1907) with the Pittsburgh Pirates. In his rookie season in 1906, he tied for the National League lead in RBIs with Harry Steinfeldt. He was born in Sacramento, California and died in San Francisco, California at the age of 25.

Was an outfielder in Major League Baseball.In the final series of the 1924 season, the Giants were p

Was an outfielder in Major League Baseball.In the final series of the 1924 season, the Giants were playing the Philadelphia Phillies at the Polo Grounds and battling for the pennant with the Brooklyn Dodgers. O'Connell offered Phillies shortstop Heinie Sand $500 to throw the games. Sand rejected the bribe and reported it to Phillies manager Art Fletcher. It eventually led to the life-time suspension of O'Connell and Giants coach Crazy Dolan by Commissioner Landis, although future-Hall of Famers Frankie Frisch, George Kelly, and Ross Youngs were also implicated.[1]

Was an American college football coach for over 30 years.O’Hora was born in Dunmore, Pennsylv

Was an American college football coach for over 30 years.O’Hora was born in Dunmore, Pennsylvania. His father, Michael was an immigrant from Ballina, County Mayo, Ireland who entered the United States through Ellis Island. His mother, Mary Butler O’Hora was also an immigrant from Ireland. O’Hora played football for Dunmore High School. He was a member of their champion team in 1930 and was named to the Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania All Academic Team in 1932. He graduated in 1932.

(born September 24, 1958 in Freer, Texas) was a Major League Baseball pitcher from 1983 to 1992.

(born September 24, 1958 in Freer, Texas) was a Major League Baseball pitcher from 1983 to 1992.

An American economist who writes frequently for mainstream and liberal publications on economic topi

An American economist who writes frequently for mainstream and liberal publications on economic topics.The son of renowned economist John Kenneth Galbraith and of Catherine (Kitty) Atwater Galbraith, he earned his BA, magna cum laude, from Harvard in 1974 and Ph.D from Yale in 1981, both in economics. From 1974 to 1975, Galbraith studied as a Marshall Scholar at King's College, Cambridge.From 1981 to 1982, Galbraith served on the staff of the Congress of the United States, eventually as Executive Director of the Joint Economic Committee. In 1985, he was a guest scholar at the Brookings Institution. He is currently a professor at the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs and at the Department of Government, University of Texas at Austin.