25 celebrities who have become household names in Lancashire including David Thewlis and Coleen Nolan

Who are your favourite celebrities?

By Sean Gleaves

Published 4th Apr 2024, 17:48 BST

We asked residents in Lancashire to share their favourite celebrities.

From Coleen Nolan and Freddie Flintoff to John Lennon and Celine Dion, this is what they said:

Bob Mortimer is a comedian, podcast presenter, and actor. He is known for his work with Vic Reeves as part of their Vic and Bob comedy double act.

1. Bob Mortimer

Bob Mortimer is a comedian, podcast presenter, and actor. He is known for his work with Vic Reeves as part of their Vic and Bob comedy double act. Photo: Tristan Fewings/ Getty Images

John Lennon was an English singer, songwriter and musician who gained worldwide fame as the founder, co-songwriter, co-lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of the Beatles.

2. John Lennon

John Lennon was an English singer, songwriter and musician who gained worldwide fame as the founder, co-songwriter, co-lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of the Beatles. Photo: Harry Benson/Express/Getty Images

Freddie Mercury was a British singer and songwriter who achieved worldwide fame as the lead vocalist and pianist of the rock band Queen.

3. Freddie Mercury

Freddie Mercury was a British singer and songwriter who achieved worldwide fame as the lead vocalist and pianist of the rock band Queen. Photo: Graham Wiltshire/Getty Images

Robin Williams was an American comedian and actor known for his manic stand-up routines and his diverse film performances.

4. Robin Williams

Robin Williams was an American comedian and actor known for his manic stand-up routines and his diverse film performances. Photo: Peter Kramer/Getty Images

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