Here are 12 of the most famous people from across the county.
Portsmouth has also played home to many celebrities over the years – from Dickens to Love Island contestants.
Look through our gallery of celebrities from the rest of Hampshire below.
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1. Jane Austen
One of the most famous British authors of all time was born in Steventon Rectory in Hampshire. She wrote Pride and Prejudice and many other novels. She is buried at Winchester cathedral. Photo: Other
2. Craig David
Singer, rapper and producer Craig David was born in Southampton. Photo: Contributed
3. Ian McEwan
The author of Atonement and other beloved novels, Ian McEwan was born in Aldershot Photo: Contributed
4. Claire Balding
This BBC Sport, Channel 4 and BT Sport presenter was born in Kingsclere in Hampshire in 1971. Photo: JPIMedia