From actors to musicians and authors to athletes, there are lots of celebrities with links to the district.
Here are 22 celebrities you might not know are from Wakefield and ithe Five Towns.
Let us know and be sure to tell us any big names that we missed from the list!
17. Johnny Longden
John Eric "Johnny" Longden was an American Hall of Fame and National Champion jockey as well as a trainer of thoroughbred racehorses who was born in Wakefield. Photo: University of Southern Californi
18. Michael Cumpsty
Michael Cumpsty is a British actor from Wakefield. He received a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for his role in End of the Rainbow in 2012. He has also appeared in films such as State of Grace, The Ice Storm, Flags of Our Fathers, and The Visitor. Photo: Amy Sussman
19. Henry Moore
Henry Spencer Moore was an English artist who grew up in Wakefield. He is best known for his semi-abstract monumental bronze sculptures which are located around the world. Photo: Getty Images
20. Annabel Scholey
Annabel Scholey is an English actress from Wakefield. She played 'Lauren Drake' in the BBC supernatural drama Being Human and the leading role of 'Maddie' in the musical feature film Walking on Sunshine. Photo: Getty Images