Upstate New York Notables: Kim Gordon

Kim Gordon (1953-), Sonic Youth member, born in Rochester, Monroe County.

Upstate New York Notables: Goo Goo Dolls

Goo Goo Dolls (1986-), rock group, formed in Buffalo, Erie County.

Upstate New York Notables: Bob Goldthwait

Bob Goldthwait (1962-), comedian, born in Syracuse, Onondaga County.

Upstate New York Notables: Peter Michael Goetz

Peter Michael Goetz (1941-), actor, born in Buffalo, Erie County.

Upstate New York Notables: Burt Gillett

Burt Gillett (1891-1971), animator, born in Elmira, Chemung County.

Upstate New York Notables: Mel Gibson

Mel Gibson (1956-), actor/director, born in Peekskill, Westchester County.

Upstate New York Notables: Richard Gere

Richard Gere (1949-), actor, raised in Syracuse, Onondaga County.