GALVESTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Galveston, Texas isn't just a great place to live or get away for vacation. Apparently, it's a great place to grow talent.
Beyonce's mother, several professional athletes from the NFL and MLB, and even the late, great Barry White spent some time on the island.
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Watch the video above to see 8 people you've seen on television, heard on the radio, or have seen play in the big leagues.
Who knows what other big names will come from Galveston in the future?
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