Greer, South Carolina, is a city located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the northern part of the state. The city has a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Greer was founded in 1874 and is named after Dr. John Greer, a local physician. The city has a rich history and heritage, with many historic buildings and sites, including the Greer Depot Museum and the Greer Heritage Museum.
Famous Persons from Greer, South Carolina, United States
- Caden Grice - Born on June 15, 2002 - Baseball player
- Troy Pride Jr. - Born on January 19, 1998 - American football player
- Kaleigh Kurtz - Born on September 9, 1994 - Association football player
- Michael Roth - Born on February 15, 1990 - Baseball player
- Tremayne Stephens - Born on April 16, 1976 - American football player
- Ashley Trantham - Born on November 30, 1973 - Politician
- Lee Bright - Born on March 21, 1970 - Politician
- Chris Wooten - Born on August 28, 1968 - Politician
- Ray Smith - Born on February 18, 1962 - Basketball player
- Julian Mayfield - Born on June 6, 1928 - Novelist, Theatrical director, and Actor (died: October 20, 1984)
- Coleman Francis - Born on January 24, 1919 - Television actor, Film director, Actor, and Screenwriter (died: January 15, 1973)
- Nelsie Johnson - Born on March 18, 1912 - Choir director, Organist, Pianist, and Teacher (died: February 18, 2009)
- James L. Harrison - Born on June 3, 1906 - Choir director, Organist, Pianist, and Teacher (died: October 5, 2000)
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