Renowned as the home of Everton's Goodison Park and for iconic photos of terrace houses lining the streets surrounding the stadium, Walton is also one of the most historic places in England.
But did you know the neighbourhood in north Liverpool has produced world famous musicians, leading comedians, sport champions, actors and many other famous faces too? Here we take a look at 10 household names and successful celebrities that were born or raised in Walton.
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5. Keith Chegwin
Walton-born Keith Chegwin (younger brother of Janice Long) was a TV legend, appearing in a host of kids shows in the 1970s and 1980s. ‘Cheggers’ later worked with Ricky Gervais on Extras and Life’s Too Short. In August 2012, he was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the National Reality TV Awards. He died at his home in Shropshire in 2017, aged 60. | Ian Gavan/Getty Images
6. Claire Sweeney
Actress, singer, and television personality Claire Sweeney was born in Walton in 1971. Her first major role was as Lindsey Corkhill in Brookside. Since then, she has featured in the first ever series of Celebrity Big Brother, starred in stage productions, such as Guys and Dolls, and featured on Loose Women and Strictly Come Dancing. She has portrayed Cassie Plummer in Coronation Street since 2023 and she recently appeared on Dancing on Ice. | Getty Images
7. Joe Fagan
Walton-born Joe Fagan was part of the famous Liverpool FC 'Boot Room' dynasty. Fagan (pictured here applauding as captain Graeme Souness lifts the First Division Trophy for the 1983/84 season) was a coach and manager at Liverpool for twenty seven years under Bill Shankly and Bob Paisley. As a manager he was the first English manager to win three major trophies in a single season and is one of only four English managers to win the European cup. | Mike Powell/Allsport/Getty Images
8. Paul Jewell
Football manager Paul Jewell was born on Scotland Road, but was brought up in the Walton area. He is best remembered for winning historic promotions to the Premier League with Bradford City (1999) and Wigan Athletic (2005). It was Bradford's first time in the top flight for 77 years and Wigan's first appearance in the top tier of English football. | Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images