Michigan Celebrities

A free Jeff Daniels event is coming to downtown Jackson to celebrate the reinstatement of Michigan Theatre Director Steve Tucker.

Ella Langley is blowing up in country music—and it turns out she has a connection to Mid-Michigan. Her mom graduated from Okemos, and now local fans have another reason to root for her.

A KISS-inspired restaurant is opening in Royal Oak.

Nationally it’s Britney at Thanksgiving, but in Michigan the search leader is Eminem—because who better to carve the turkey with than Detroit’s own rap legend?

Darius McCrary (Eddie Winslow) was arrested near San Diego on a Michigan fugitive warrant. His rep says he was headed to speak to the homeless. He’s held without bail; past arrests involved child support.

Interlochen Arts Academy ranks as the second-best arts school in the U.S., charging over $75,000 annually. But is it worth it? See how its famous alumni prove it pays off.

The wrestling world has lost a true legend. Sabu's daring style and unforgettable moments shaped a generation of fans and aspiring wrestlers alike.

This Lansing-born actor made some stops in Michigan recently. Learn why.

Discover how James Earl Jones' Michigan roots shaped his path to stardom, from overcoming a stutter to iconic roles like Darth Vader and Mufasa.

Did you know that NBC Sports Broadcaster Mike Tirico lives in Michigan? Find out where the voice behind the Olympics, Sunday Night Football, and more calls home.