It is no secret that Liverpool has produced dozens of incredibly talented people, from musicians who achieved worldwide stardom to award-winning actors and sportspeople.
But, unless you’re from Merseyside, some of the people who spring to mind when you think of ‘Scouse’ celebrities, may actually be from the other side of the water, on the Wirral peninsula.
One Wirral town which has produced a number of successful people is Wallasey, a coastal town located at the mouth of the River Mersey with beautiful views of Liverpool, lovely beaches and green spaces. From iconic TV chefs to a show-stopping dancer and Hollywood actors, here are some of the most famous faces who actually born, or brought up, in Wallasey.
5. Paul Hollywood
Paul Hollywood is a British TV personality and chef, widely known for being a judge on the Great British Bake Off. He was born in Wallsey and studied at The Mosslands School and the Wallasey School of Art | Getty ImagesPhoto: Getty Images
6. Dominic Purcell
Best known for his role in Prison Break, actor Dominic Purcell was born in Wallasey. He moved to Australia when he was two. | Michael Buckner/Getty ImagesPhoto: Michael Buckner/Getty Images
7. Austin Healey
Former Rugby star, Austin Healey, was born in Wallasey and attended Bidston Avenue Primary School in Claughton. Since retiring, he has appeared on a number of TV shows and started his own business. | David Rogers/Getty ImagesPhoto: David Rogers/Getty Images
8. Louise Delamere
Television actress, Louise Delamere - best known for roles in Holby City and Waterloo Road - was born in Wallasey. | Tristan Fewings/Getty ImagesPhoto: Tristan Fewings/Getty Images