Glasgow has made a major mark on world history, driven innovation, industry and culture from the city and exported talented people who made their mark all over the world.
People make Glasgow - that’s true as any slogan can be, that’s why today we wanted to celebrate some of the greatest Glaswegians ever.
Take a look below at 16 of the most influential Glaswegians of all time.

5. Robbie Coltrane
Robbie Coltrane may be the best known Glaswegian actor of the 21st century - thanks in no small part to his role as Hagrid in the Harry Potter franchise. | Getty Images

6. Tommy Lipton
Grocery magnate, philanthropist and yachtsman Sir Thomas Lipton. The man behind Liptop Tea was born and brought up in the Gorbals before establishing his tea empire, netting him millions. | Getty Images

7. Alexander Greek Thomson
Alexander "Greek" Thomson is one of the most unique architects of his era - bringing Greco-Roman architectural styles to Glasgow. | Contributed

8. Bobby Gillespie
Bobby Gillespie went from Mount Florida to fame with Primal Scream, an influential band that asserted Glasgow's credentials as a musical city - drawing would-be acts, including a young Oasis, to the city in search of their big break. | Getty Images


