Splott Facts

Famous People from Splott

Dame Shirley Bassey born 8th January 1937 in Cardiff. Originated from nearby Tiger Bay but moved to Splott at the age of two and went to Moorland Road, Primary School in Splott until the age of 15.
John Humphrys, British Radio and Television presenter was born in Splott on 17 August 1943.
Attended Moorland Road Primary School.
Bob Humphrys, born in Splott, Welsh broadcaster, sports presenter on BBC Wales (younger brother of John Humphrys).
Clive Sullivan Welsh rugby league player grew up in Splott.
Kirsten Offer (soprano) lives in Wilson Street, Splott
Helen Raynor, writer of the Baker Boys and Torchwood episode 'Ghost Machine', lives in Splott.
Lynne Bowles, the morning traffic reporter on BBC Radio 2 was born in Splott.