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.

9. Vincent Kompany

Manchester Business School | AFP via Getty Images

10. Michelle Yeoh

Manchester Metropolitan University | Getty Images for Vanity Fair

11. LS Lowry

Manchester Metropolitan University | Getty Images

12. David Threlfall

Manchester Metropolitan University | BBC / LA Productions / Kerry Spicer

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