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24 celebrities you may not realise have a connection to Merseyside

Liam Neeson attends the Berlin premiere of the movie "The Naked Gun"

Liam Neeson attends the Berlin premiere of the movie "The Naked Gun"

There are not many cities in the world that can . The city can be proud of over 2,500 listed buildings, which means the region is second behind London when it comes to magnificent structures and buildings that hold such a status.

Liverpool is also , making it a cultural powerhouse in the UK. And as the birthplace of The Beatles, Liverpool’s music scene is legendary. In 2023, Liverpool proudly hosted the Eurovision Song Contest, further solidifying its status as a music hub.

The passion for sport in the city runs deep, around the globe, but it isn't only football that Liverpool is well-known for, Merseyside is the golfing capital of England, with more than 40 courses. Seven of those courses are leading championship venues.

It is clear to see why Liverpool is such an incredible place to live and study. There are plenty of celebrities who have called Liverpool their home through the years and others who have chosen the city to study in, on their way to stardom.

While some celebrities are synonymous with , others have a more subtle link to the region. The has listed 24 celebrities you might not realise have a close link to the region.

They include faces we see on our screens everyday, and those who you might sing along to when they come on the radio. Some of them have spoken about their love of the city and the strong connection they have formed here.

Oscar winner Halle Berry has her roots in Liverpool

Oscar winner Halle Berry has her roots in Liverpool

2. Jason Isaacs is a Liverpool fan

Jason Isaacs is a Liverpool fan

3. Liverpool-born actress Kim Cattrall

Liverpool-born actress Kim Cattrall

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