In Monterey County, People The Prime Buyer's Report®

Clint Eastwood

Iconic actor, director, and former mayor of Carmel-by-the-Sea.

John Steinbeck

Nobel Prize-winning author born in Salinas who wrote classic novels set in the region.

Robert Louis Stevenson

Renowned novelist who lived in Monterey and used its coastline as inspiration for “Treasure Island.”

Doris Day

Legendary actress and singer who became a prominent animal welfare activist in Carmel.

Betty White

Beloved television icon and pioneer who was a long-time resident of Carmel.

Joan Baez

Influential folk singer and activist who lived and performed for many years in the Big Sur area.

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