Merseyside’s talent is once again in the spotlight, with Stephen Graham’s incredible Adolescence series making headlines and the hilarious G’wed comedy - filmed in Liverpool and Wirral nominated for two BAFTA TV Awards.
It got us thinking about Capital&Centric’s previous announcement for a ‘Scouse Walk of Fame’ at its Littlewoods site, that would homage to Merseyside’s top stars.
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We asked LiverpoolWorld readers to share their favourite local celebrities, actors, inspirational people and sportspeople to create a shortlist containing potential shining stars who could one day feature on a ‘Walk of Fame’.
From shining musicians and celebrated actors, to impressive sportspeople and campaigners, here are 27 of the amazing people from Liverpool and Merseyside whose legacies and achievements deserve to be celebrated.
5. Cilla Black
Cilla Black was one of Liverpool's most treasured TV presenters and singers, known for being friends with the Beatles. Her shows such as Surprise Surprise and Blind Date remain iconic today. | Andrew Partridge
6. John Conteh
John Conteh is a boxing legend who won a gold medal in the middleweight division at the 1970 British Commonwealth Games and held the WBC light-heavyweight title from 1974 to 1977. He was awarded an MBE in 2017. | Getty Images
7. Glenda Jackson
Birkenhead-born Glenda Jackson was an actress and politician who sadly died in June of last year. Jackson won two Academy Awards, three Emmy Awards and a Tony Award, and is considered one of the best ever actors from Merseyside. Jackson retired from acting in 1991 to devote herself to politics full-time as a Labour member of parliament. | Jack Kay/Express/Getty Images
8. Tom Baker
Liverpool-born actor Tom Baker is best known for his leading role in Doctor Who. Here is pictured with the daleks. Later in his career, he provided narration for Little Britain. | Michael Putland