Birmingham boasts some seriously talented exports, from movie stars and musicians to world class football players.
With the likes of ELO, Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath, Brum has produced many top artists over the years.
The city is known for being the birth of heavy metal, thanks to Ozzy and Sabbath, but there are numerous celebrities that come from the Second City.
From rock stars and actors, to writers and footballers, Birmingham is the birthplace of some of the biggest names across the UK and the world.
We’ve decided to take a look at Birmingham’s most famous people and where they grew up and what schools they attended.
Let’s take a look:

5. Geezer Butler
Geezer was born in Victoria Road, Aston. The future Sabbath bassist attended local schools | Getty Images

6. Joe Lycett
Born in Hall Green, the Brummie comedian grew up in Solihull and attended the King Edward VI Five Ways Grammar School in Bartley Green | Getty Images

7. Jasper Carrott
Another Birmingham icon, Jasper Carrott grew up in Acocks Green, attending Acocks Green Primary School and Moseley Grammar School. | Getty Images

8. Roy Wood
The former Wizard and Electric Light Orchestra frontman was born in Kitts Green, He attended the Moseley School Of Art | Getty Images


