Birmingham boasts some seriously talented exports, from movie stars and musicians to world class football players.
Over recent months, we’ve had a look at the famous faces - actors, musicians and even politicians - who were raised in and around Birmingham. Now, we’ve decided to take a look at the famous celebrities who grew up in the city district of Shard End.
A few famous people grew up in these Birmingham areas which have plenty to offer.
Located in the Hodge Hill district, Shard End borders Castle Bromwich to the north and Kingshurst to the east which are situated in the northern part of the neighbouring borough of Solihull.
A number of famous faces have links to the area.
With this in mind, we’ve taken a look at the most famous people who are from Shard End, including those who were born in the area, as well as those who have lived there at some point during their lifetime.
1. Jeff Lynne
ELO co-founder Jeff Lynne was born in Shard End in 1947. He grew up in a council house at 368 Shard End Crescent. Lynne was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for his work as a member of the Electric Light Orchestra. The musician also has several production credits, including working with Paul McCartney, Roy Orbison and Tom Petty.
2. Roger Taylor
Best known for drumming for Brummie band Duran Duran, Taylor is considered a music icon. He also grew up in Shard End Crescent and Tattended Timberley Lane Schoo
3. Geoff Bunn
Bunn is an author and artist who grew up in the area. His novels include Frode, Something in the Way and Skinhead Girl
4. Tom Clarke
The lead singer of the indie rockers The Enemy grew up in Wasperton Close in nearby Castle Bromwich and has links to Shard End. The band’s 2007 debut album We’ll Live and Die in These Towns went straight to Number 1 in the UK Albums Chart on release. Their second album Music for the People went to Number 2 on the chart Photo: Tom Clarke