People of Glasgow: 9 famous faces who were born and brought up in Dennistoun

These are some famous faces who grew up in Glasgow's East End

Dennistoun is one of Glasgow's most interesting neighbourhoods where many famous Glaswegian faces have been born and raised.

The neighbourhood was named one of the coolest places to live in the world by Time Out magazine back in 2020 with it having a lot going for it.

We have put together a list of some of the famous faces who were brought up in the area, with some also attending high school at Whitehill Secondary School such as actors and musicians.

Here are nine famous Glaswegians who started life in Dennistoun.

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