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These Hollywood Stars Are From The Midwest! Is Your Fave Celeb From The Heartland?

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MAPLE GROVE, MN – The Midwest isn’t just about cornfields and cheese curds – it’s a breeding ground for some of Hollywood’s biggest names. From small-town charm to the big screen, these actors prove that talent can come from anywhere.

Ready to find out which of your favorite stars hail from the heartland? Let’s dive into the surprising origins of Hollywood’s finest.

Harrison Ford

Actors Born in Illinois

  • Harrison Ford
  • Melissa McCarthy
  • Keke Palmer
  • Nick Offerman
  • Bob Odenkirk

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James Dean

Actors Born in Indiana

  • Jenna Fischer
  • Greg Kinnear
  • Dean Norris
  • James Dean
  • Shelley Long

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John Wayne and other celebs

Actors Born in Iowa

  • Ashton Kutcher
  • Adam De Vine
  • John Wayne
  • Lara Flynn Boyle
  • Elijah Wood

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Janelle Monáe

Actors Born in Kansas

  • Eric Stonestreet
  • Brandon Adams
  • Janelle Monáe
  • Dee Wallace
  • Colton Haynes

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Kristen Bell

Actors Born in Michigan

  • Keegan-Michael Key
  • Kristen Bell
  • Terry Crews
  • Taylor Lautner
  • Ken Jeong

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Chris Pratt

Actors Born in Minnesota

  • Steve Zahn
  • Winona Ryder
  • Chris Pratt
  • Judy Garland
  • Vince Vaughn
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Jon Hamm

Actors Born in Missouri

  • Jon Hamm
  • John Goodman
  • Ellie Kemper
  • Sterling K. Brown
  • Evan Peters

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Marlon Brando

Actors Born in Nebraska

  • Hilary Swank
  • Marlon Brando
  • Larry the Cable Guy
  • Lucas Cruikshank
  • Alexander Payne

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Angie Dickinson

Actors Born in North Dakota

  • Alan Ritchson
  • Leslie Bibb
  • Angie Dickinson
  • Josh Duhamel
  • Kellan Lutz

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Halle Berry

Actors Born in Ohio

  • Halle Berry
  • Luke Perry
  • Ed O’Neill
  • Luke Grimes
  • Ted Levine

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January Jones

Actors Born in South Dakota

  • Moses Brings Plenty
  • January Jones
  • Tatanka Means
  • Cheryl Ladd
  • Rachael Bella

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Mark Ruffalo

Actors Born in Wisconsin

  • Mark Ruffalo
  • Willem Dafoe
  • Tony Shalhoub
  • Chris Farley
  • Gene Wilder
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The Midwest: A Star-Studded Secret

Did we miss any of your fave celebs? Let us know in the comments! Who knew the Midwest could produce such dazzling talent? From Oscar winners to blockbuster heroes, the heartland has gifted Hollywood some of its brightest stars. Next time you watch your favorite movie, remember, the next big thing might just be from your own backyard.

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