To say Birmingham has produced its fair share of talent over the years would be an understatement.
The city has a rich history of being a creative spot which has meant that some of the finest bands and musicians that the country has produced. There are also many brilliant comedians and actors who were born and bred in Birmingham.
It's fair to say Birmingham has had its fair share of famous faces over the years.
Here's a look back at some of these Birmingham celebrities at the beginning of their career and throughout it as they have become familiar household names.
9. Duran Duran
Duran Duran in the early 1980s. All of the band's members apart from Simon Le Bon (far right) are from Birmingham | Getty
10. Ali Campbell
Birmingham singer, musician and guitarist Ali Campbell performs live on stage with reggae band UB40 in London in September 1980 | Getty
11. David Harewood
Birmingham actor David Harewood, portrait, United Kingdom, c 2000. David grew up in Small Heath and has gone on to star in some huge films and shows such as Blood Diamond and Homeland | Getty Images
12. Barbara Cartland
Birmingham author Barbara Cartland (1901 - 2000) with her dog, December 1928. Dame Barbara was known as the Queen of Romance, who published both contemporary and historical romance novels. Born in Edgbaston, she also grew up in West Heath(Photo by Fox Photos/Hulton Archive/Getty Images) | Getty Images