celebrities

They say big things come in small packages. The same can be said for these celebrities who hail from tiny towns in Texas.

Discover some famous folks that you may not know have roots in Texas.

A study was recently done to see which states have been the birthplace of the most stars, and Texas wound up pretty high on the list.

Here are ten famous folks you didn't know were Hardin-Simmons University alumni, from TV stars to war heroes to theme park designers.

Here are some famous folks you didn't know were Abilene Christian alumni.

The "ALS Ice Bucket Challenge" phenomenon finally caught on with celebrities over the weekend...in a major way. A ton of them did it, including: Selena Gomez, Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift, Jennifer Lopez, Carrie Underwood, Steven Spielberg, Oprah and even 86-year-old Ethel Kennedy!

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Billy Gibbons Age: 62 Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, and Musician Known For: Being one of the famously-bearded guitarists of the blues-rock band ZZ Top, which is known for songs like ‘Legs,’ ‘La Grange,’ ‘Tush,’ and ‘Tube Snake Boogie’

So many people pass away every year, including in the entertainment industry, that it’s hard to remember just who died, beyond the few very famous people. Turner Classic Movies has a nice montage that helps us remember the talents we’ve lost in 2011.

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Tim Conway Age: 78 Occupation: Actor and Comedian Known For: His role as an inept officer on the popular 1960s WWII sitcom ‘McHale’s Navy,’ and his hilarious work as part of the legendary comedy ensemble on ‘The Carol Burnett Show’

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Jamie Foxx Age: 44 Occupation: Actor, Singer, and Songwriter Known For: His Oscar-winning role in ‘Ray,’ starring on TV shows such as ‘In Living Color’ and ‘The Jamie Foxx Show,’ and collaborating with artists like Kanye West, Justin Timberlake, and Mary J. Blige

Celebrities often look for a second act in their careers, including trading the glitz and glamour of Hollywood for the law and order of political office. Recently, ‘Survivor’ fan favorite Rupert Boneham announced he was interested in running for governor of Indiana, and Alec Baldwin reportedly considering a run for mayor of New York City. While Ronald Reagan may be our most important celebrity-tur

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Van Morrison Age: 66 Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, and Musician Known For: Hits such as ‘Brown Eyed Girl,’ ‘Into the Mystic,’ and ‘Moondance,’ winning six Grammy Awards, and being a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Richard Gere Age: 62 Occupation: Actor and Activist Known For: Films such as ‘American Gigolo,’ ‘An Officer and