From music to poetry, sport to film and more, their talents have reached across the world.
Here, in no particular order, are 20 well-known people who you may, or may not know, hail from Donegal.
9. Margo O'Donnell
Margo O'Donnell has had an enduring and successful career since the 60s. Also from Kincasslagh (and a sister of Daniel), she has performed with greats such as Johnny Cash and Dolly Parton and has sold millions of records. She is also a Donegal ambassador and proudly promotes her home county. Photo: DJ
10. Nora Stapleton
Nora Stapelton, from Fahan, is a former Ireland women's rugby union international. A member of the Ireland teams that won the 2013 and 2015 Women's Six Nations Championships, she was also previously IRFU Women’s and Girls Rugby Development Manager and the Sport Ireland Women in Sport Lead. Photo: DJ
11. Grainne Gallanagh
Grainne Gallanagh is from Buncrana and is the former Miss Universe Ireland 2018. She also reached the final of Dancing with the Stars and presents on The Six O'Clock Show. She also has a popular podcast called 'What's the Crime,' with her sister, Gemma. Photo: Grainne Gallanagh
12. Packie Bonner
Goalkeeper Packie Bonner needs no introduction and is an Irish soccer legend. Photo: dj