Some, like footballing sensation Erling Haaland, did not then go on to spend their childhoods in the city. However, there are plenty of famous figures Leeds helped to shape as they grew up. From pop stars to actors and celebrity chefs, the city has played a role in the development of an array of household names.
Various schools across different areas of Leeds have eye-catching alumni lists and below is a gallery featuring 16 celebrities born in Leeds and the educational institutions they attended.
1. Kalvin Phillips
The footballer attended Whingate Primary School before moving on to The Farnley Academy. He starred at junior level for Wortley FC before going on to establish himself at Leeds United, and he now represents Premier League giants Manchester City. Photo: Simon Hulme/Jonathan Gawthorpe
2. Chris Moyles
DJ and I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! star Chris Moyles was educated at Mount St Mary's Catholic High School. Photo: Simon Hulme
3. James Milner MBE
Liverpool star and Leeds United academy graduate James Milner MBE attended Westbrook Lane Primary School and Horsforth School. It was at Westbrook Lane that he was taught by Jon Moss, who would later send him off as a referee in the Premier League. Photo: Denis Doyle/Getty Images
4. Nicola Adams OBE
Former boxer Nicola Adams OBE was educated at Agnes Stewart Church of England High School in Burmantofts. Photo: James Hardisty
5. Mel B
Former Spice Girl Mel B went to Intake High School, now known as Leeds West Academy. Photo: DOMINIC LIPINSKI/POOL/AFP via Getty Images
6. Nick Mohammed
Nick Mohammed, who features in Apple TV+'s hit show Ted Lasso, was educated at Abbey Grange High School before attending Durham University. Photo: Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images