List of people from Wisconsin

List of notable individuals from Wisconsin

The List of people from Wisconsin includes notable individuals who were born, raised, or have significant connections to the state of Wisconsin, located in the Midwestern United States. Wisconsin is known for its diverse cultural heritage, vibrant arts scene, and significant contributions to various fields such as politics, sports, entertainment, and science.

Notable People

Politics

• Robert M. La Follette Sr. - A prominent political leader and founder of the Progressive Movement, La Follette served as the Governor of Wisconsin and a U.S. Senator.
• Joseph McCarthy - A U.S. Senator known for his role in the anti-communist movement during the 1950s, often referred to as McCarthyism.
• Tammy Baldwin - The first openly gay U.S. Senator, Baldwin has represented Wisconsin in the Senate since 2013.

Sports

• Vince Lombardi - Legendary head coach of the Green Bay Packers, Lombardi led the team to multiple NFL championships and is the namesake of the Super Bowl trophy.
• Eric Heiden - An Olympic speed skater who won five gold medals at the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid.
• J. J. Watt - A professional football player known for his time with the Houston Texans and his philanthropic efforts.

Entertainment

• Orson Welles - An influential filmmaker and actor, Welles is best known for directing and starring in Citizen Kane.
• Chris Farley - A comedian and actor who gained fame as a cast member on Saturday Night Live and starred in films such as Tommy Boy.
• Mark Ruffalo - An actor and activist known for his roles in films like The Avengers and his advocacy for environmental causes.

Science and Innovation

• Frank Lloyd Wright - A renowned architect known for his innovative designs and the concept of organic architecture.
• John Bardeen - A physicist and electrical engineer who won the Nobel Prize in Physics twice, for his work on semiconductors and superconductivity.
• Harry Steenbock - A biochemist who discovered the process of vitamin D fortification, significantly reducing the incidence of rickets.

Also see

• History of Wisconsin
• Culture of Wisconsin
• List of governors of Wisconsin
• List of cities in Wisconsin