Yannick Noah

Born in Sedan, France, Yannick Noah is a famed tennis champ and pop star in French-speaking Europe. Known for the hit "Saga Africa," he has had several No. 1 albums in France. His Afro-reggae style incorporates African cultural influences. He collaborated with Manu Dibango, Idrissa Diop, and Jimmy Cliff. Noah led France to Davis Cup victories, was a top-ranked tennis player, and is inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame.