Lexington may be best known for horses and hoops, but it’s also the birthplace of actors, athletes, and historical heavyweights. From punk rock legends to vice presidents and pop icons, here are 15 of the most famous and impactful people born in Lexington, Kentucky.
#15. Richard Hell (1949)
Born Richard Meyers, he became a cornerstone of 1970s punk in New York. As a founding member of Television and The Voidoids, he influenced the Ramones and Sex Pistols with his raw sound and torn-shirt aesthetic. He also published novels and poetry, carving out a legacy in underground culture.
#14. Brian Littrell (1975)
As one of the lead vocalists of the Backstreet Boys, Littrell helped turn the boy band into a global pop force in the ’90s and early 2000s……