Liverpool Who's Who
Distinguished and Famous people from Liverpool
1. John Curtin
John Curtin, born on January 8, 1885, was an Australian politician who served as the 14th Prime Minister of Australia from 1941 until his death in 1945. He was born in Creswick, near Liverpool, New South Wales, and is known for his leadership during World War II.
2. Mark Taylor
Mark Taylor, born on October 27, 1964, is a former Australian cricketer and captain of the Australian national cricket team. He was born in Leeton, near Liverpool, New South Wales, and played cricket for New South Wales and Australia from 1989 to 1999.
3. Damien Leith
Damien Leith, born on January 18, 1976, is an Irish-Australian singer-songwriter and winner of the fourth season of Australian Idol. He was born in Dublin, Ireland, and later moved to Liverpool, New South Wales, where he started his musical career.
4. Emma Watkins
Emma Watkins, born on September 21, 1989, is an Australian singer and actress best known for her role as the yellow Wiggle in the children's music group The Wiggles. She was born in Sydney, New South Wales, and grew up in Liverpool, where she attended school.
5. Peter Garrett
Peter Garrett, born on April 16, 1953, is an Australian musician, environmentalist, and former politician. He was the lead singer of the rock band Midnight Oil and served as a member of the Australian House of Representatives. Garrett was born in Sydney and grew up in Liverpool, New South Wales.
6. Michelle Bridges
Michelle Bridges, born on October 20, 1970, is an Australian personal trainer, author, and television personality. She is known for her role as a trainer on the reality show "The Biggest Loser Australia." Bridges was born in Newcastle, New South Wales, and spent her childhood in Liverpool.
7. Billy Brownless
Billy Brownless, born on July 5, 1967, is a former Australian rules footballer and media personality. He played for the Geelong Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL) and later became a television presenter. Brownless was born and raised in Liverpool, New South Wales.
8. Rick Farley
Rick Farley, born on July 11, 1944, was an Australian farmer, environmentalist, and political activist. He was known for his advocacy work on land conservation and indigenous rights. Farley was born in Liverpool, New South Wales, and played a significant role in shaping Australia's rural and environmental policies.
9. Tom Carroll
Tom Carroll, born on November 26, 1961, is an Australian former professional surfer, two-time world champion, and surfing icon. He was born in Newport Beach, California, United States, but moved to Liverpool, New South Wales, at a young age and started his surfing career there.
10. Glen Boss
Glen Boss, born on March 21, 1969, is an Australian jockey who has won multiple Melbourne Cup races. He is considered one of the country's most successful jockeys. Boss was born in Forbes, New South Wales, and grew up in Liverpool, where he began his horse racing career.
