13 famous faces and celebrities who went to university in Manchester

By Jessica Lees

Reporter

Published 14th Aug 2025, 12:07 GMT

Today is results day! Many young people will starting their journey to university!

Here are 13 famous faces who made it big and studied right here in Manchester.

1. Jack Whitehall

University of Manchester Photo: Getty Images

2. Benedict Cumberbatch

University of Manchester | Getty Images

3. Alan Turing

University of Manchester | National World Photo: National World

4. Dame Julie Walters

Manchester Metropolitan University Photo: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images

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