Ripley Parker, born on December 17, 2000, is an English writer known for creating the Netflix series Everything Now (2023). Born in Kensal Rise, North West London, to film director/screenwriter Ol Parker and actress Thandiwe Newton, Parker comes from a family with a rich heritage, being descendants of a line of Shona chieftains of Zimbabwe through her mother. In her career, Parker has made notable contributions, including an essay in the book It's Not OK to Feel Blue (and Other Lies): Inspirational People Open Up About Their Mental Health. Her series Everything Now, formerly known as The Fuck It Bucket, has received praise for its sensitive depiction of a sixth-former recovering from disordered eating. Parker is also working on various projects, such as a musical based on The Smiths' music, a play about 19th-century American poet Emily Dickinson, and an adaptation of fantasy novel Lies We Sing to the Sea by Sarah Underwood for film. Additionally, she is involved in the writing of the Harry Potter television series. In her personal life, Parker has been influential, reportedly inspiring her father Ol Parker's script for the 2022 film Ticket to Paradise. For more information, you can visit Ripley Parker's IMDb page.

Ripley A. Arnold (1817–1853) was a significant figure in the United States Army and the founder of Camp Worth, later renamed Fort Worth, Texas. Born in Pearlington, Mississippi, on January 17, 1817, he was appointed to West Point in 1834, where he graduated thirty-third in his class. Arnold's military career included notable achievements, such as his role in the battle of Palo Alto during the Mexican–American War, which led to his promotion to major. He was responsible for establishing Camp Worth, which was later renamed Fort Worth, in Texas. Arnold's personal life included an elopement with Catherine Bryant in 1839. Tragically, his life was cut short when he was killed in a duel by Josephus Steiner at Fort Graham, Texas. Arnold was initially buried there, but he was later reinterred at Pioneers Rest Cemetery in Fort Worth. In 2014, a 22-foot statue was dedicated to honor Arnold, erected along the Trinity River at the site of the army camp he established.

Ripley Eagles Rand is an American attorney known for his service as the United States Attorney for the Middle District of North Carolina from 2011 to 2017. He was nominated by President Barack Obama and has a strong educational background, having earned both a Bachelor of Arts and a Juris Doctor from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Apart from his legal career, Rand co-wrote a children's book titled "I Want to Go to UNC!" Prior to his role as United States Attorney, he served as a Wake County Superior Court judge. Following his resignation from the attorney position, Rand has taken on the role of a partner and criminal defense attorney at Womble Bond Dickinson in Raleigh, North Carolina. He comes from a prominent political family, being the son of two-time state Senator Tony Rand. With a rich career and a strong legal background, Rand continues to contribute to the legal field in North Carolina.

Ripley Hitchcock (1857–1918) was a prominent American editor known for his work with renowned authors such as Rudyard Kipling, Arthur Conan Doyle, and Theodore Dreiser. Born in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, Hitchcock graduated from Harvard University and later delved into journalism, ultimately becoming a literary adviser for D. Appleton & Company. Throughout his career, he edited several influential narratives, including Edward Noyes Westcott's "David Harum," which became a bestseller and was adapted into a film. Hitchcock also made significant contributions to the art and history sectors, authoring books and becoming a member of prestigious organizations such as the National Institute of Arts and Letters. He married twice and had two sons. Hitchcock passed away in 1918 in Manhattan. His diverse bibliography includes works like "The Western Art Movement," "Louisiana Purchases Explorations Early History Building Of West," and "The Lewis and Clark Expedition." His legacy continues to be celebrated in the literary and artistic realms.

Ripley Pierce Bullen (1902–1976) was a renowned archaeologist and Curator Emeritus at the Florida Museum of Natural History at the University of Florida. He is best known for his work in the Southeastern United States and Florida, earning him the title of "dean of Floridian archaeology". Bullen's archaeological pursuits extended to the American Southwest, New England states, Central America, and the Greater and Lesser Antilles.Born in Winthrop, Massachusetts, in 1902, Bullen's early interest in archaeology and engineering led him to pursue a master's degree in mechanical engineering from Cornell University. Despite a successful career at General Electric, his passion for archaeology led him to leave his job and delve into the field professionally. Bullen's contributions to archaeology include creating the basic cultural chronology for eastern Massachusetts, leading excavations in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and publishing a widely cited guide on Florida's prehistoric cultures.Bullen's partnership with Adelaide Kendall, a cultural and physical anthropologist, was pivotal in their joint research and the founding of their publishing company, Kendall Books. His significant impact on the field of archaeology is honored through the "Bullen Medal for outstanding future anthropologists" established in his honor by the University of Florida.Throughout his career, Bullen's dedication and contributions solidified his legacy as a pioneering figure in American archaeology, leaving a lasting impact on the study and preservation of cultural heritage.