But how many of these famous faces did you know had been born in the district? Let us know on Facebook, and be sure to tell us any big names that we missed from the list!
9. Paul Copley
Actor and voiceover artist Paul Copley was born in Denby Dale, close to Wakefield. In 1976, he won an Olivier Award for his role in John Wilson's For King and Country, and now stars as Arthur Medwin in Coronation Street. Photo: Anthony Harvey/Getty Images
10. Annabel Scholey
You might know Annabel Scholey for her role as Lauren Drake on Being Human, or her role in musical film Walking on Sunshine. But before becoming an actress, Scholey was born in Wakefield. Photo: Anthony Harvey/Getty Images)
11. Reece Dinsdale
Director and actor Reece Dinsdale has starred in dozens of plays, including Kenneth Branagh's Hamlet in 1996. But before his career took off, Dinsdale was born and raised in Normanton.
12. Jane McDonald
One of the city's most recognisable faces, Jane McDonald has spent time as a singer, presenter and actress, and is renowned for her Yorkshire Accent. Born in Wakefield, she now presents Cruising with Jane McDonald. Photo: Jeff Spicer/Getty Images