The number of A-list celebrities born and raised in The Great Lakes state of Michigan is astonishing, and many have been around for decades before the state legalized online casinos in 2019. Here are some of the most famous celebrities to come out of Michigan.

Stevie Wonder

Aged 73, Stevie Wonder was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on May 13th, 1950. Arguably one of the most famous people from Michigan, the blind singer-songwriter, musician, and record producer has sold over 100 million records worldwide and collected 25 Grammy Awards. 

Having released his hit single, “Fingertips,” in 1963, he dominated the music charts during the 60s, 70s, and 80s — and he did so in several genres, including R&B, funk, gospel, and jazz. His most famous songs are “I Just Called to Say I Love You,” “Superstition,” and “Higher Ground.” He currently lives in Ghana.

Eminem

Thanks to the iconic movie “8 Mile,” starring the American rapper as himself, as well as his extended career, Eminem is one of the most famous celebrities from Detroit. Born in Saint Joseph, Missouri, on October 17th, 1972, Marshall Mathers, who goes by the stage name Eminem, relocated to the crime-ridden neighborhood of Warren on the outskirts of Detroit, where he lived with his mom in a one-bedroom apartment. 

With albums such as “The Eminem Show,” “Encore,” and “The Marshall Mathers LP,” the Grammy Award-winning rapper has sold over 220 million records worldwide. The world-renowned artist still calls Detroit home. 

Floyd Mayweather

With a record of 51-0, Floyd Mayweather boasts the greatest record in boxing — in fact, not even the great Muhammad Ali can compete with Mayweather’s 0 defeats. Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on February 24th, 1977, he’s one of the greatest athletes of this generation.

The boxing champion has competed in iconic fights, including against Manny Pacquiao, Canelo Álvarez, and Ricky Hatten. His current net worth is around $400 million, making him among the wealthiest Michigan-born celebrities. 

As for celebrities who like to gamble, there are few more enthusiastic than Floyd Mayweather. From a $1 million bet on Oregon to beat Arizona, to winning $600,000 on the Denver Broncos, sports betting seems to be his preference. 

Tom Selleck

With a career spanning decades, the Detroit native was born on January 29th, 1945. The actor has starred in several well-known shows, including “Magnum P.I.” and “Friends” — both of which boasted hundreds of millions of watchers. He currently lives in Southern California. 

Madonna

When it comes to famous singers from Michigan, few can compete with Madonna’s list of accolades. Born on August 16th, 1958, her career spans four decades. Regarded by many as the ‘Queen of Pop,’ her most famous hits include “Like a Prayer,” “Ray Of Light,” and “Justify My Love.” 

The Bay City, Michigan, native has sold an extraordinary 335 million albums. She currently lives in Lisbon, Portugal. 

Bob Seger

Born on May 6th, 1945 — the same year as Tom Selleck — the retired singer-songwriter took the world of rock by storm. Raised in Detroit until age five, he spent the rest of his childhood in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Bob Seger’s legacy in music was cemented after he was inducted into both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. His professional career began in the 60s, covering just shy of six decades. He eventually retired in 2019 and now lives in Oakland County, Michigan. 

Famous songs of Seger’s include the timeless classics “Turn the Page,” “Against the Wind,” and “Beautiful Loser.”

Terry Crews

If you’re a fan of comedy sitcoms and movies, you’ve probably chuckled over a couple of Terry Crews one-liners. Known for his impeccable physique and enthusiastic nature, Crews was born and raised in Flint, Michigan.

Before arriving in Hollywood, he played in the NFL for seven years (1991–1997) and played for the San Diego Chargers, Los Angeles Rams, and Washington Redskins. His acting career began in 1999. 

Since then, this popular celebrity has starred in a variety of TV shows and movies, including “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” “Deadpool 2,” “The Expendables,” and “The Ridiculous 6.” He currently resides in Los Angeles. 

Celebrities and Gambling

From Michael Jordan and Marylin Monroe to Elvis Presley and Phil Mickelson, plenty of celebrities love to gamble. Remarkably, before becoming famous, some stars even started out as bingo callers, notably Matthew McConaughey, Gary Barlow, and Russel Crowe.

Las Vegas is known for being the mecca of gambling, and there’s always a good chance that you’ll spot an A-lister at one of the celebrity chef restaurants dotted around the city, such as Gordon Ramsey’s Hell’s Kitchen, Restaurant Guy Savoy, and Tom Calicchio’s Heritage Steak. 

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