University Of North Texas

Discover the notable alumni of University Of North Texas. The list includes people like Thomas Sadoski, Peter Weller, Larry McMurtry, Steve Austin & Dr. Phil McGraw. This list of notable alumni is loosely sorted by popularity and has people from different domains of life, such as film & theater personalities, musicians, singers, media personalities and sportspersons etc.
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Steve Austin
(One of the Greatest Professional Wrestlers of All Time)
Steve Austin
50
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: December 18, 1964
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Victoria, Texas, United States

Steve Austin, popularly known as Stone Cold Steve Austin, is an American television host, actor, producer, and retired professional wrestler. He is one of the most popular and influential WWE wrestlers of all time. He played an important role in popularizing WWE's Attitude Era, during which he was the face of the company.

 2 
Roy Orbison
(Known as 'The Caruso of Rock' & Famous for Songs 'Only the Lonely' and 'Running Scared')
Roy Orbison
21
Listed In: Singers
Birthdate: April 23, 1936
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Vernon, Texas, United States
Died: December 6, 1988
Six-time Grammy-winner Texan rocker Roy Orbison gained fame with songs such as Oh, Pretty Woman and Drove All Night. His shyness and stage fright made him dye his hair black and wear sunglasses. The "Caruso of Rock" was part of the Traveling Wilburys, along with legends such as Bob Dylan.
 3 
Meat Loaf
(American Rock Singer Known for His Powerful, Wide-Ranging Voice and Theatrical Live Shows)
Meat Loaf
43
Listed In: Singers
Birthdate: September 27, 1947
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Dallas, Texas, United States
Died: January 20, 2022

Born Marvin Lee Aday, rock singer Meat Loaf was best known for his Bat Out of Hell trilogy. Famous for his wide-ranging voice and theatrical live shows, this Grammy-winning performer also appeared in over 50 movies and television shows. 

 4 
Dr. Phil McGraw
(Television Host)
Dr. Phil McGraw
88
Birthdate: September 1, 1950
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Vinita, Oklahoma
Phil McGraw, or Dr. Phil, is a well-known psychologist and TV personality. He gained fame with his frequent appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show and then launched his advice show Dr. Phil. He owns the charity Dr. Phil Foundation and has a “star” on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
 5 
Don Henley
(Founding Member, Drummer and Co-Lead Vocalist of the Rock Band 'The Eagles')
Don Henley
12
Listed In: Musicians
Birthdate: July 22, 1947
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Gilmer, Texas, United States

Don Henley is an American record producer, singer, songwriter, and musician. A founding member of Eagles, Henley contributed immensely to the success of the band. Don Henley has also been successful as a solo artist, selling more than 10 million albums and winning two Grammy Awards. In 2008, Rolling Stone magazine named him among the greatest singers of all time.

 6 
Maren Morris
(Known for Her Successful Songs "80s Mercedes", "I Could Use a Love Song" and "Rich")
Maren Morris
28
Listed In: Singers
Birthdate: April 10, 1990
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Arlington, Texas, United States

Maren Morris is an American record producer, singer, and songwriter. Many of her songs and albums have performed well on Billboard charts; her album Hero peaked at the fifth position on Billboard 200. As a songwriter, Maren Morris has contributed to the success of several songs recorded by artists like Kelly Clarkson, Tim McGraw, Jessie James Decker, and Aubrey Peeples.

Thomas Haden Church
9
Birthdate: June 17, 1960
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Woodland, California, United States
Thomas Haden Church is an American actor, writer, and director. He achieved international recognition for portraying Sandman in Sam Raimi's 2007 superhero film Spider-Man 3. Known for his intimidating physique and baritone voice, Church won the hearts of many with his portrayal of a light-hearted person named Jack Cole in the 2004 comedy-drama road film Sideways.
 8 
Pat Boone
(Actor, Singer, Singer-songwriter, Composer)
Pat Boone
17
Listed In: Singers
Birthdate: June 1, 1934
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Jacksonville
Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
 9 
Joe Greene
(American Football Players)
Joe Greene
6
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: September 24, 1946
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Temple, Texas, USA
Height: 6'4" (193 cm)
 10 
Peter Weller
(Actor and Director)
Peter Weller
7
Birthdate: June 24, 1947
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States
Peter Weller is best known as Robocop from the film RoboCop and its sequel. He also earned an Academy Award nomination for his 1993 short film Partners. He starred in the series 24, hosted a History Channel show, and voiced Bruce Wayne/Batman in the miniseries The Dark Knight Returns.
 11 
Anne Rice
(American Author Best Known for Her Series of Novels ‘The Vampire Chronicles’)
Anne Rice
18
Listed In: Writers
Birthdate: October 4, 1941
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Height: 5'2" (157 cm)
 12 
Joan Blondell
(American Actress Best Known for Her Film 'The Blue Veil')
Joan Blondell
6
Birthdate: August 30, 1906
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Manhattan, New York, United States
Died: December 25, 1979

Joan Blondell was an American actress whose film and TV career spanned over 50 years. She is perhaps best remembered for her portrayal of Annie Rawlins in the 1951 historical drama film The Blue Veil, which earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.  

 13 
Lecrae Moore
(Christian Rapper Who was The Co-Founder & President of The Independent Record Label 'Reach Records')
Lecrae Moore
15
Listed In: Singers
Birthdate: October 9, 1979
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Houston, Texas, United States
Height: 6'5" (196 cm)
 14 
Joe Don Baker
(Best Known for His Role as a Mafia Hitman in the Film ‘Charley Varrick’)
Joe Don Baker
5
Birthdate: February 12, 1936
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Groesbeck, Texas, United States

Joe Don Baker is an American actor known for playing action-packed roles in films like Guns of the Magnificent Seven, Wild Rovers, Charley Varrick, and Walking Tall. For his performance in the TV  series Edge of Darkness, Baker received a British Academy Television Award nomination. He has also played interesting roles in a couple of James Bond films.

 15 
Thomas Sadoski
(Best Known for His Roles in the TV Series 'The Newsroom' and 'Life in Pieces')
Thomas Sadoski
8
Birthdate: July 1, 1976
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Bethany, Connecticut, United States
Thomas Sadoski is best known as Don Keefer from The Newsroom. He is a seasoned theater actor, too, known for his Obie Award-winning performance in the play Other Desert Cities and his Tony- and Drama Desk-nominated role in Reasons to Be Pretty. He is also part of the non-profit INARA.
 16 
Johnny Yong Bosch
(Known for His Roles in 'The Power Rangers' Franchise)
Johnny Yong Bosch
7
Birthdate: January 6, 1976
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Johnny Yong Bosch is an American musician, singer, actor, and martial artist. He is best known for his appearance in the popular Power Rangers franchise where he has portrayed the first Green Turbo Ranger, the Green Zeo Ranger, and the second Black Power Ranger. Johnny Yong Bosch is also renowned for his voice-over work in films, video games, and anime. 

 17 
Phyllis George
(Businesswoman and Sportscaster, Co-Host of the CBS Show ‘The NFL Today’ and Winner of ‘Miss America 1971’)
Phyllis George
4
Listed In: Business People
Birthdate: June 25, 1949
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Denton, Texas, United States
Died: May 14, 2020
Sportscaster Phyllis George initially soared to fame as the winner of Miss Texas 1970 and Miss America 1971. She then became a reporter and co-presenter of The NFL Today. As the wife of KFC owner and Kentucky governor John Y. Brown Jr., she was also the First Lady of Kentucky.
 18 
Larry McMurtry
(Novelist)
Larry McMurtry
0
Listed In: Writers
Birthdate: June 3, 1936
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Archer City, Texas, U.S.
Died: March 25, 2021
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
 19 
Melissa Rycroft
(Television personality)
Melissa Rycroft
1
Listed In: Dancers
Birthdate: March 11, 1983
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Dallas, Texas, United States
Height: 5'3" (160 cm)
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Erin Cummings
(Actress)
Erin Cummings
2
Birthdate: July 19, 1977
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Lafayette, Louisiana, United States U.S.
Height: 5'7" (170 cm)
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Jake Pavelka
(Television personality)
Jake Pavelka
2
Listed In: Miscellaneous
Birthdate: January 27, 1978
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Dallas, Texas, United States
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
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Brina Palencia
4
Birthdate: February 13, 1984
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Oklahoma, United States
Height: 5'6" (168 cm)
 23 
John Hagee
(American Pastor and Televangelist)
John Hagee
4
Listed In: Miscellaneous
Birthdate: April 12, 1940
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Baytown, Texas, United States

The founder of the John Hagee Ministries and the Christians United for Israel, John Hagee has also established the Cornerstone Church in San Antonio, Texas. He has penned several bestsellers, such as Absolute Power, and is also known for his controversial concepts, such as the blood moon prophecy.

 24 
Bobby Fuller
(Singer, Songwriter, Guitarist)
Bobby Fuller
2
Listed In: Writers
Birthdate: October 22, 1942
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Baytown
Died: July 18, 1966
 25 
Bill Moyers
(Former White House Press Secretary)
Bill Moyers
6
Birthdate: June 5, 1934
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Hugo, Oklahoma, United States
 26 
Gregg Bissonette
(Drummer, Jazz musician)
Gregg Bissonette
0
Listed In: Musicians
Birthdate: June 9, 1959
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Detroit
 27 
Kyle Hebert
(Voice actor)
Kyle Hebert
2
Birthdate: June 14, 1969
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States
 28 
David Hungate
(Bassist, Musician)
David Hungate
0
Listed In: Musicians
Birthdate: August 5, 1948
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Texas
 29 
Jaelon Darden
(American football player)
Jaelon Darden
1
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: January 14, 1999
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Houston, Texas, United States
Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
 30 
Ryan Palmer
(American Professional Golfer)
Ryan Palmer
2
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: September 19, 1976
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Amarillo, Texas, United States

Ryan Palmer is an American golfer who has won four PGA Tour events so far in his career. In 2003, he took part in the Korn Ferry Tour where he won the Clearwater Classic. He earned his first PGA Tour win in 2004 when he won the Walt Disney World Golf Classic. In 2019, Ryan Palmer won the Zurich Classic.

 31 
Ray Herrmann
(Jazz musician)
Ray Herrmann
0
Listed In: Musicians
Birthdate: September 3, 1960
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United State
 32 
Herb Ellis
(Jazz guitarist)
Herb Ellis
0
Listed In: Musicians
Birthdate: August 4, 1921
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Texas, United States
Died: March 28, 2010
 33 
Keith Carlock
(Drummer Who was Voted as Best Pop, Fusion, & All-Around Drummer in Modern Drummer's 2009 Readers Poll)
Keith Carlock
1
Listed In: Musicians
Birthdate: November 29, 1971
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Clinton, Mississippi, United States
 34 
Dewey Redman
(Musician)
Dewey Redman
1
Listed In: Musicians
Birthdate: May 17, 1931
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Fort Worth, Texas, United States
Died: September 2, 2006
 35 
Susan Kihika
(Kenyan Politician the First Female to Become the Governor of Nakuru County)
Susan Kihika
1
Listed In: Leaders
Birthdate: 1974 AD
Birthplace: Nakuru, Kenya
Susan Kihika is a Kenyan politician and lawyer. She is the current governor of Nakuru County and the first female to serve in that position. An important political figure, Susan Kihika also served as the Senator of Nakuru County from 31 August 2017 to 25 August 2022.
 36 
Emmett Jones
(Coach, American football player)
Emmett Jones
0
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: 1976 AD
Birthplace: United States
 37 
Raven Elyse
(YouTube Star)
Raven Elyse
5
Listed In: YouTubers
Birthdate: September 17, 1993
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Austin, Texas, United States
 38 
Reba Z. Whittle
(American Nurse Who Served in the 'US Army Nurse Corps' During the Second World War)
Reba Z. Whittle
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Listed In: Miscellaneous
Birthdate: August 19, 1919
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Rocksprings, Texas, United States
Died: January 26, 1981

Reba Z. Whittle was an American nurse who served in the US Army Nurse Corps during the Second World War. In 1944, she was part of the European Theater when her aircraft was shot down. She was injured during the crash and was honored with the Purple Heart in 1945. Reba Z. Whittle was also honored with the Air Medal.

 39 
Johnny Quinn
(American Bobsledder and Former Gridiron Football Player)
Johnny Quinn
0
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: November 6, 1983
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
 40 
Bob Belden
(Saxophonist)
Bob Belden
0
Listed In: Musicians
Birthdate: October 31, 1956
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Evanston, Illinois, United States
Died: May 20, 2015
 41 
Brandi Maxiell
(American Reality Television Star Best Known for Her Appearance on the VH1 Reality Show ‘Basketball Wives La')
Brandi Maxiell
1
Birthdate: May 21, 1983
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Dallas, Texas, United States
Height: 5'7" (170 cm)
 42 
Lourdes Espinola
(Poet)
Lourdes Espinola
0
Birthdate: February 9, 1954
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Asunción, Paraguay