Liberia has produced many famous personalities across different fields, including politics, sports, music, activism, and business. Here are some of the most well-known Liberians:
1. George Weah (Footballer & President)
- Current President of Liberia (since 2018).
- First and only African to win the Ballon d’Or (1995).
- Former star footballer for AC Milan, PSG, Chelsea, and Monaco.
2. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (Politician & Nobel Laureate)
- Africa’s first elected female president (2006–2018).
- Nobel Peace Prize winner (2011) for promoting women’s rights.
- Key figure in Liberia’s post-civil war recovery.
3. William V.S. Tubman (Former President)
- Longest-serving Liberian president (1944–1971).
- Led economic and social reforms.
- Considered the “father of modern Liberia”.
4. Timothy Weah (Footballer)
- Son of George Weah and a rising football star.
- Plays for Juventus & the U.S. National Team.
- Won the French Ligue 1 title with Lille.
5. J.G. Gibson (Julius G. Gibson) (Musician)
- A pioneer of Liberian folk and gospel music.
- His music preserves traditional Liberian sounds.
6. Van Vicker (Actor)
- Famous Ghanaian-Liberian actor in Nollywood.
- Starred in multiple African films.
- Runs a successful movie production company.
7. Leymah Gbowee (Activist & Nobel Laureate)
- Nobel Peace Prize winner (2011).
- Led peace movements that ended Liberia’s civil war.
- Founder of the Women of Liberia Mass Action for Peace.
8. Benoni Urey (Businessman)
- One of Liberia’s richest men.
- Owns Lonestar Cell MTN and major real estate investments.
- Involved in politics and philanthropy.
9. Joseph Jenkins Roberts (Liberia’s First President)
- First President of Liberia (1848–1856).
- Helped establish Liberia’s independence.
- His leadership shaped Liberia’s early development.
10. Takun J (Hipco Musician & Activist)
- Popular Hipco (Liberian rap) artist.
- Uses music to speak out against corruption and injustice.
- One of Liberia’s most influential musicians.
Conclusion
Liberia has many influential figures in politics, sports, music, and activism. From George Weah’s legendary football career to Ellen Johnson Sirleaf’s leadership and Leymah Gbowee’s peace efforts, these individuals have made significant impacts.
