Music:
* Chip and Joanna Gaines: Best known for their HGTV show "Fixer Upper" and their various home goods and lifestyle businesses.
* The Dixie Chicks: Though formed in Dallas, the group's members, Natalie Maines, Emily Strayer, and Martie Maguire, all hail from Waco.
* Scooter Braun: Music manager and entrepreneur, known for managing artists like Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, and Demi Lovato.
* The Toadies: Alternative rock band known for their hit song "Possum Kingdom."
Sports:
* Johnny Hightower: Former NFL wide receiver who played for the Los Angeles Raiders and the Kansas City Chiefs.
* Jason Smith: Former NFL offensive tackle who played for the St. Louis Rams and the New York Jets.
* Blake Griffin: Former NBA player for the Los Angeles Clippers, Detroit Pistons, and Brooklyn Nets. Though born in Oklahoma, Griffin was raised in Waco and attended Baylor University.
* Brittney Griner: WNBA player for the Phoenix Mercury, Olympic gold medalist. Griner attended Baylor University and became the first openly gay athlete to endorse Nike.
Politics and Law:
* W. A. "Bill" White: Former mayor of Houston and former gubernatorial candidate.
* Walter F. Mondale: Former Vice President of the United States. Mondale served as a delegate for the 1948 Democratic National Convention while at Baylor University.
* Richard Lee "Dick" Armey: Former U.S. Representative for Texas's 26th congressional district.
* John Cornyn: Current U.S. Senator for Texas. Cornyn's legal career began in Waco.
Media and Entertainment:
* Dr. Pepper: Though not a person, this iconic soft drink was invented in Waco.
* William Henry "Bill" Broyles Jr.: Screenwriter and producer, known for his work on films like "Apollo 13" and "Cast Away."
* Don Henley: Lead singer of the Eagles. While not born in Waco, Henley attended Baylor University and lived in the area.
This is not an exhaustive list, and there are many other talented individuals who hail from Waco. The city has a rich history and continues to produce successful individuals in various fields.