Garrison Keillor

Garrison Keillor, born in Anoka, Minnesota, is known for hosting "A Prairie Home Companion," a hit radio show featuring traditional music. A Radio Hall of Fame member, he's celebrated for his deadpan humor and storytelling, with books like "Lake Wobegon Days" earning bestseller status. His radio show won awards like the Peabody and featured collaborations with artists such as Greg Brown and Jean Redpath. Keillor also hosts "The Writer's Almanac," writes for The New York Times, and recorded with the Hopeful Gospel Quartet. "Lake Wobegon Days" won a Grammy for its audio version.