1. Mutaz Barshim (Qatar): A current Olympic champion and world record holder, Barshim is one of the most successful high jumpers ever. He is quite famous for his Olympic gold medal and his shared victory with Gianmarco Tamberi at the Tokyo Olympics.
2. Gianmarco Tamberi (Italy): Another current Olympic champion, Tamberi is known for his shared gold medal with Barshim, and his incredible comeback story after suffering a serious injury.
3. Derek Drouin (Canada): Former Olympic and world champion, Drouin achieved great success in his career, which earned him some recognition beyond the sport.
4. Jaroslav Bába (Czech Republic): A former world champion and Olympic bronze medalist, Bába is often recognized for his unique jumping style.
5. Steffi Nerius (Germany): While primarily known for javelin throw, she is one of the few female athletes who competed in both javelin throw and high jump at the highest level.
It is important to note that the level of fame for these athletes varies. While Barshim and Tamberi have achieved broader recognition, other athletes on this list are more famous within the athletic community.