From left to right, James Herriot, Lauren Laverne, Bobby Thompson and George Clarke.From left to right, James Herriot, Lauren Laverne, Bobby Thompson and George Clarke.
From left to right, James Herriot, Lauren Laverne, Bobby Thompson and George Clarke.

Twenty-one marvellous Mackems who were born or raised in Sunderland

Sunderland has produced a wealth of heroes of the local, national, international and unsung variety.

Sunderland has produced a wealth of heroes of the local, national, international and unsung variety. Here are just some of names associated with the city. Please note this is not a definitive list and nor does it include our acting and sporting sons and daughters (we promise to sing their praises separately quite soon). It merely attempts to cover a range of backgrounds and generations to suit different tastes.

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