MoreTalent born, 'round our way'
Collyhurst born entertainers
Jack Smethurst, comedy actor.
Mike Harding, comedian and folk singer.
Bruce Jones, actor.
Miles Platting born entertainers.
Ken Goodwin, comedian.
Stuart Hall, TV personality.
Ancoats born entertainer
Violet Carson, actress and singer.
Ancoats born sportsman
Nipper Johnnie Cuisick
Collyhurst born Sportsmen
Brian Hughes MBE, chief boxing coach.
Brian Kidd, footballer
Nobby Stiles MBE, footballer.
Johnny King, Boxing champion.
Jackie Brown, Boxing champion.
There are dozens more, both men and women who would rightly be included in a 'Hall of Fame'.
Tom Connor