(LAKE CHARLES, LA) - Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana have produced several famous actors, musicians, entertainers and other notable figures who went on to national fame. While New Orleans often dominates conversations about Louisiana celebrities, some recognizable names in entertainment have roots in Lake Charles and surrounding Southwest Louisiana communities according to IMDB. Get our free mobile appFamous People From Lake Charles and Southwest LouisianaFrom Hollywood actors to musicians and entertainers, Southwest Louisiana has connections to more famous faces than many people realize. Some were born in Lake Charles, while others grew up or got their start elsewhere in the region. Read More: Top Movies That Filmed in LouisianaHere are some of the famous people you probably didn't know were from Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana.