Annie Leibovitz
Annie Leibovitz began taking photos while she and her family were following her father’s Air Force career around the world. Her first photograph was taken while he was stationed in the Philippines, and she never lost her love for photography. Although she initially went to the San Francisco Art Institute with the goal of becoming an art teacher, she had her first photography workshop there and changed her major to photography. After school, she continued to develop her skills while holding various other jobs until she was finally hired by Rolling Stone, which launched her career.
Herman Edwards
Herman Edwards was born on an Army Base in New Jersey, the son of a World War II veteran. After playing ball in college at several different schools, Edwards went on to play nine seasons for the Philadelphia Eagles, with thirty-three career interceptions. After his career as a player, he went to the sidelines and coached for multiple teams before becoming head coach of the NY Jets and the Kansas City Chiefs.
Ramona Lofton (Sapphire)
Both of Sapphire’s (real name Ramona Lofton) parents were in the Army. They separated after leaving the military over a disagreement about where they would settle down. Her first book was a collection of poems titled “Meditations on the Rainbow.” However, she truly became known for “Push” which was published in 1996 and has sold hundreds of thousands of copies. It was eventually made into a film titled “Precious.”
Ray Allen
Born at Castle Air Force base in California, basketball player Ray Allen spent most of his early life moving around the world, including stints in England, Oklahoma, California again, and Germany. Eventually, he went to high school in South Carolina, where he was picked on for his speech, which had gained a British accent due to spending his formative years in Saxmundham. However, his natural athletic skills and height allowed him to excel in basketball, leading his team to their first ever high school state championship game and ultimately resulting in an eighteen-year NBA career.
Tia and Tamera Mowry
Tia Mowry and her twin sister Tamera were both raised in a military family since their father was in the US Army. After he got out, he worked as a custody officer in California. They first appeared in commercials and small roles but eventually starred in “Sister, Sister” after they were spotted on the set of “Full House,” where their brother, Tahj, made regular appearances.