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:

9. Benjamin Zephanah
The late Benjamin Zephaniah in Handsworth and was educated at Broadway School | Birmingham World

10. Jack Grealish
The former Aston Villa captain was born in Brum and raised in nearby Solihull. He attended Our Lady of Compassion Roman Catholic Primary School and St Peter's Roman Catholic Secondary School in Solihull | Getty Images

11. Adil Ray
Born in Birmingham, Adil attended Yardley Junior and Infant School and Handsworth Grammar School. | Getty Images

12. Julie Walters
Famous actress Julie Walters was born at St Chad's Hospital in Edgbaston. Walters had an early education at St Paul's School for Girls in Edgbaston and later at Holly Lodge Grammar School for Girls in Smethwick. Photo: Library


