Justin Bieber's home town is named after Stratford-upon-Avon in England, where another world-famous person was born. Who?

Explanation

Justin's home town Stratford is named after William Shakespeare's birth place Stratford-upon-Avon in England. William Shakespeare lived between 1564 and 1616 and is considered to be one of the foremost playwrights in world literature. Stratford is known for its annual "Stratford Shakespeare Festival". It was during one of these festivals that Justin made his first money as a musician, performing in the street.