Almost every city on the map has been the former stomping grounds of someone famous. Whether they’re home to a sports hero, movie star, popular singer, successful business person or influential politician, cities across America are littered with famous talent, and Rogers, Arkansas, is no different. Rogers – located in the fast-growing Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metropolitan area – can be linked to a variety of famous individuals. The city itself is rapidly expanding with a population of 56,726 according to the 2008 census – up 46.1% from 38,829 in 2000.