Where Were They Born? Trivia Quiz

Answer: Iowa

Johnny Carson was born in Corning, Iowa. He was host of "The Tonight Show" from 1962 to 1992. His casual conversational style served him well on this show, as well as other talk shows and game shows, both on radio and television.

Answer: Michigan

Madonna is from Bay City, Michigan. She has released 18 multi-platinum albums, including "Like a Virgin" (1984), "True Blue" (1986), and "Ray of Light" (1986). In addition to music, she has also appeared in several films, including "Desperately Seeking Susan" (1985), her first major film role, and "Evita" (1996), a biopic of the First Lady of Argentina.

Answer: Pennsylvania

Richard Gere is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His acting career dates back to the 1970s, beginning on the stage before preceding to films. Among the films in which he has appeared are "Pretty Woman" (1990), in which he played opposite Julia Roberts, and "Chicago" (2002), where he portrayed a defense lawyer.

Answer: Rhode Island

Norm was born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. He was working as a general contractor when he was hired by a producer of "This Old House", for which he served as a carpenter for 42 seasons, beginning in 1979. He was also the longtime host of "The New Yankee Workshop" (1989-2009). He is known for his low-key delivery style.

Answer: Arkansas

Johnny Cash was from Kingsland, Arkansas. He was best known as a singer of songs such as "I Walk the Line" (1956) and "Ring of Fire" (1963). Over the decades he also became known for dressing in black clothing and having a personal sympathy with the poor and working classes.

Answer: Washington

Adam played many other roles, but may be best known for portraying the title role in "Batman" (1966-1968). He carved out a second career as a voice actor, including voicing a fictionalized version of himself on "The Family Guy". He also appeared in some films, including "The Outlaws is Coming" (1965) with the Three Stooges, where he portrayed a magazine editor from back East.

Answer: Louisiana

Richard Simmons, believe it or not, was from the bayou. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana. Over 100 pounds heavier in childhood, he later became known as a successful diet and exercise guru, including the "Sweating to the Oldies", a 1980s weight loss program.

Answer: Texas

A veteran of the Korean War, Dan Blocker also served as an elementary school teacher. He was best known for the role of Hoss, the middle son of the Cartwright family, on the early color western "Bonanza" (1959-1972). He also appeared in other television programs and movies.

Answer: Utah

Roseanne was born in Salt Lake, Utah. She is best known for being the star of the long running series "Roseanne" (1988-1997, 2017) was also known for stand up comedy based around her "domestic goddess" routine. She also starred in a series of films including "She-Devil" (1989), where she portrays a housewife whose husband is having an affair.

Answer: Virgin Islands

Grammer was born in St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands. He is best known for portraying Dr. Frazier Crane on the long-running sit-coms "Cheers" (1982-1993) and "Frasier" (1993-2004). He has also appeared in a number of films in his career including "Down Periscope" (1996), where he portrayed the commander of a submarine.