Sarah Baker, said: 'When I lived in Blackpool, it was normal to see the theatre stars as many lived local & would just be living their normal lives - Bobby Ball & wife in Asda.'placeholder image
Sarah Baker, said: 'When I lived in Blackpool, it was normal to see the theatre stars as many lived local & would just be living their normal lives - Bobby Ball & wife in Asda.' | nw

19 of the most famous people residents have bumped into while out and about in Blackpool

By Ciara Fearn

Digital Reporter

Published 6th Apr 2026, 12:30 GMT

From comedy legends to royalty, Blackpool locals have shared the famous faces they’ve spotted around town.

Blackpool has long been a hotspot for celebrities living, working, or performing in the town. Residents have reported seeing names like Bradley Walsh enjoying a drink, Brian Conley at a night out and even Queen Elizabeth driving past a local business.

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Other stories recall encounters with comedy icons like Ken Dodd, and Chubby Brown, pop stars including Ed Sheeran and actors such as Isla Fisher and Barbara Windsor.

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From nostalgic throwbacks to more recent surprises here are the most famous people residents have bumped into in Blackpool.

Andrea Leatherland, said: 'Lenny Henry waved at me on one of the piers whe i shouted his name age 8.'

13. Lenny Henry

Andrea Leatherland, said: 'Lenny Henry waved at me on one of the piers whe i shouted his name age 8.' | Jack Lawson

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Jonathan Dowie, said: 'Johnny Vegas,'

14. Johnny Vegas

Jonathan Dowie, said: 'Johnny Vegas,' | Catherine Wilkinson

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Jude Ann, said: 'Paul O Grady.'

15. Paul O’Grady

Jude Ann, said: 'Paul O Grady.' | (John Stillwell/PA)

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Doug Smith, said: 'Billy Connolly.'

16. Billy Connolly

Doug Smith, said: 'Billy Connolly.' | nw

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Michelle Eccles, said: 'Lawrence Llewellyn Bowen.'

17. Lawrence Llewellyn Bowen

Michelle Eccles, said: 'Lawrence Llewellyn Bowen.' | submit

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Jane Lockett, said: 'Paddy McGuiness on his bike for children in need.'

18. Paddy McGuinness

Jane Lockett, said: 'Paddy McGuiness on his bike for children in need.' | nw

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