Famous faces from TV and film that were born, raised and educated in Chesterfield and Derbyshire – including Jason Statham, Jeremy Clarkson, Timothy Dalton and Tess Daly
These celebrities from the worlds of TV and film all have roots in Chesterfield and Derbyshire.
Each of these famous faces has a connection to Chesterfield or Derbyshire – whether they were born in the county, raised here or attended one of the area’s many schools.
They have gone on to feature in some of the most well-known series and films ever produced – from iconic British soaps to global cinema sensations.
Wannabe cockney Jason Statham - who is actually from Shirebrook - has starred in the likes of The Italian Job, Snatch and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels - as well as competing for the British National Diving team. Photo: JEAN-BAPTISTE LACROIX/AFP via Getty Images
Veteran stage and screen legend John Hurt, who was the son of a vicar in Shirebrook, has appeared in many renowned films and televesion series over the last fifty years. Before he passed away, he featured in films such as Alien, Indiana Jones and Harry Potter - as well as playing Doctor Who in the 50th anniversary special. Photo: Steve Parsons/WPA pool/Getty Images
Robert Lindsay is the recipient of a British Academy Television Award, a Tony Award and two Laurence Olivier Awards. He was born in Ilkeston on December 13 1949 and went to Kensington Primary in Ilkeston and secondary modern school, Gladstone Boys', also in Ilkeston. Photo: Stuart C. Wilson