Celebrity Destinations? Trivia Quiz

Olympia Dukakis was born on June 20, 1931, in Lowell, Massachusetts... and NOT in Olympia, Washington (nor Olympia, Greece).

An acclaimed American actress known for her work in theater, film, and television, Olympia Dukakis won an Academy Award for her role in "Moonstruck" (1987). She continued acting until ill health prevented her continuing, with her last film credit being the drama "Not to Forget" (2021). She died on May 1, 2021, at the age of 89.

Denzel Washington was born on December 28, 1954, in Mount Vernon, New York... and NOT in Washington state (nor in Washington, D.C.).

Denzel Washington is a highly acclaimed American actor and filmmaker. He has received numerous awards, including two Academy Awards, for his performances in films such as "Glory" (1989 - Best Supporting Actor) and "Training Day" (2001 - Best Actor).

Joe Montana was born on June 11, 1956, in New Eagle, Pennsylvania... and NOT in Montana state.

He is celebrated as one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history, primarily playing for the San Francisco 49ers. Montana led his team to four Super Bowl victories ('82, '85, '89, '90) and earned the Super Bowl MVP title three times. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2000.

Cheyenne Jackson was born on July 12, 1975, in Spokane, Washington... and NOT in Cheyenne, Wyoming.

He is known for his versatile talents as an actor and singer, with notable roles in Broadway musicals, TV series like "30 Rock" and "Glee," and films such as "United 93" (2006). Jackson has also appeared in several seasons of "American Horror Story."

Andrew Lincoln was born on September 14, 1973, in London, England... and NOT in Lincoln, Nebraska.

He gained widespread fame for his portrayal of Rick Grimes in the TV series "The Walking Dead" and some of its spin-offs. Lincoln has also appeared in the 2003 romantic comedy "Love Actually" and the British series "Teachers."

Denver Pyle was born on May 11, 1920, in Bethune, Colorado... and NOT in Denver, (about 150 miles away).

He is best remembered for his roles as Uncle Jesse in "The Dukes of Hazzard" and Briscoe Darling in "The Andy Griffith Show." Pyle passed away on December 25, 1997.

Joaquin Phoenix was born on October 28, 1974, in San Juan, Puerto Rico... and NOT in Phoenix, Arizona.

He is acclaimed for his performances in films such as "Gladiator" (2000), "Walk the Line" (2005) and "Joker" (2009), the latter earning him an Academy Award for Best Actor. Phoenix is also known for his activism, particularly in animal rights.

Austin Butler was born on August 17, 1991, in Anaheim, California... and NOT in Austin, Texas.

He gained significant recognition for his portrayal of Elvis Presley in the film "Elvis" (2022), winning several awards for his performance. Butler has also appeared in TV series like "The Carrie Diaries" and "The Shannara Chronicles."

Bryce Dallas Howard was born on March 2, 1981, in Los Angeles, California... and NOT in Dallas, Texas.

She is known for her roles in films such as 2015's "Jurassic World" and its sequels, along with earlier hits like "Spider-Man 3" (2007) and "The Help" (2011). Howard is also a director and the daughter of filmmaker Ron Howard.

Michael Jackson was born on August 29, 1958, in Gary, Indiana... and NOT in Jackson, Mississippi.

Known as the 'King of Pop,' Jackson was one of the most influential figures in music history. His career was marked by groundbreaking music, iconic dance moves, and numerous awards, not to mention a fair share of controversy. He passed away on June 25, 2009 in Los Angeles at the age of 50.

Orlando Bloom was born on January 13, 1977, in Canterbury, Kent, England... and NOT in Orlando, Florida.

He is best known for his roles as Legolas in "The Lord of the Rings" film series (2001-03) and as Will Turner in the "Pirates of the Caribbean" movies (beginning in 2003). Bloom has also starred in movies like "Troy" (2004) and "Kingdom of Heaven" (2005), and in the acclaimed television series "Carnival Row" (2019-23).

Georgia O'Keeffe was born on November 15, 1887, near Sun Prairie, Wisconsin... and NOT in Georgia state (nor the country of Georgia).

She is renowned for her contributions to modern art, particularly her large-scale paintings of flowers and bones. O'Keeffe's work has had a lasting impact on American art. She passed away on March 6, 1986 at the age of 98.

Tennessee Williams was born on March 26, 1911, in Columbus, Mississippi... and NOT in the state of Tennessee.

He is one of America's most celebrated playwrights, known for works such as "The Glass Menagerie" (1944) and "A Streetcar Named Desire" (1947). Williams' plays are considered classics of American theater. He passed away on February 25, 1983 at the age of 71.

Virginia Woolf was born on January 25, 1882, in London, England... and NOT in the state of Virginia (nor West Virginia).

She is a key figure in modernist literature, known for novels like "Mrs. Dalloway" (1925) and "To the Lighthouse" (1927). Woolf's innovative narrative techniques have had a profound influence on literature. She passed away on March 28, 1941 at the age of 59.

Brooklyn Decker was born on April 12, 1987, in Kettering, Ohio... and NOT in the New York City borough of Brooklyn.

She is known for her modeling work, particularly in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issues (and as cover model in 2010), and for her acting roles in films such as "Just Go with It" (2011) and "Battleship" (2012).