Famous for its industrial history, beautiful parks and Rugby League, Warrington has a lot to be proud of - including fantastic actors, sportspeople and singers who helped put the town on the map.
While Warrington isn’t in Merseyside, it neighbours the Liverpool City Region and sits on the banks of the River Mersey. The town is home to popular attractions - such as Gulliver’s World - but is also the birthplace of many incredible, successful people.
From a young darts sensation - named Young Sports Personality of the Year in 2024 - to a Hollywood actor and professional footballer, here are 15 famous people who were born or grew up in Warrington. Let us know your favourite Warrington celeb in the comments.
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13. Jarell Quansah
Jarell Quansah is an English professional footballer who plays for Liverpool FC. The 21-year-old was born in Warrington and joined Liverpool at the age of five, | Liverpool FC via Getty Images

14. Sue Johnston
Award-winning actress Sue Johnston was born in Warrington but raised in Prescot. Best known as Sheila Grant in Brookside and Barbara in The Royle Family, she is considered a national treasure. | Local TV

15. Alfie Devine
Alfie Devine is a professional footballer who is currently on loan from Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur. He is from Warrington and started his youth career at Liverpool before moving to Wigan Athletic then Tottenham. | Daniel Carson/Getty Images