Famous People
Profiles of well-known individuals from the county, either historically significant or contemporary figures.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Robert Redford | An acclaimed actor, director, and producer, Redford is best known for classic films like "The Sting" and "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid." He also founded the Sundance Film Festival. |
| The Osmonds | A famous family of singers and performers, they gained immense popularity in the 1970s with hits like "One Bad Apple." |
| LaVell Edwards | A legendary football coach, Edwards led the Brigham Young University (BYU) football team to national prominence. |
| Steve Young | Former NFL quarterback, primarily known for his time with the San Francisco 49ers. He's also a two-time NFL MVP and Super Bowl MVP. |
| Ty Detmer | A former professional football quarterback, Detmer won the Heisman Trophy in 1990 while playing for BYU. |
| Jim McMahon | Former NFL quarterback, known for his time with the Chicago Bears and leading them to victory in Super Bowl XX. |
| Jack Dempsey | Iconic professional boxer and a cultural icon of the 1920s, he held the World Heavyweight Championship from 1919 to 1926. |
| Danny Ainge | Former NBA player and coach, Ainge is also known for his executive role with the Boston Celtics. |
| Krešimir Ćosić | A Croatian basketball player who played a significant role in BYU's basketball program and is a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame. |
| Dale Murphy | Former MLB player, primarily known for his time with the Atlanta Braves, and a two-time National League MVP. |
| Avard Fairbanks, Ph. D. | A renowned sculptor, known for his public monuments and statues. |
| Stephen Covey | Author of the best-selling book "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People." |
| Virginia Sorensen | An acclaimed author known for her novels and children's books. |
| Ariel Bybee | A celebrated mezzo-soprano with a significant career in opera. |
| Dane Iorg | Former MLB player, known for his clutch hit in the 1985 World Series. |
| Johnny Miller | Professional golfer and broadcaster, known for his candid commentary. |
| Billy Casper | Professional golfer, winner of multiple major championships. |
| Gifford Nielson | Former NFL quarterback turned sportscaster. |
| Wilford Brimley | Actor known for films like "Cocoon" and "The Thing," and his advocacy for diabetes awareness. |
| Reva Beck Bosone | The first woman to be elected to Congress from Utah. |
| Rose Marie Reid | A designer credited with revolutionizing swimsuit design in the mid-20th century. |
| Philo Farnsworth | An inventor and television pioneer, often called the "father of television." |
| Vai Sikahema | Former NFL player and later a sports broadcaster. |
| Shauna Rohbock | An Olympic medalist in bobsleigh. |
| James C. Christensen | A fantasy artist and former BYU art instructor. |
| Gary Lee Price | A sculptor known for his bronze statues. |
| Howard Tracy Hall | A chemist known for inventing the first reproducible process for making synthetic diamonds. |
| Earl W. Bascom | Known as the "Father of Modern Rodeo," Bascom was also a sculptor, artist, and inventor. |
| Jesse Knight | A mining magnate, industrialist, and philanthropist who played a significant role in Utah's history. |