He moved to North America in 1754 and discovered two species of lizards. He was a Loyalist during the American Revolutionary War, which led to the confiscation of his property and his banishment in 1782. The gardenia flower is named in his honour. John Kemp, (1763–1812), born in Auchlossan, was a noted educator at Columbia University who is said to have influenced DeWitt Clinton's opinions and policies. George MacDonald (1824–1905), author, poet, and theologian born and raised in Huntly. Dame Evelyn Glennie, DBE, born and raised in Ellon on 19 July 1965, is a virtuoso percussionist and the first full-time solo percussionist in 20th-century western society. She is very highly regarded in the Scottish musical community and has proven that her profound deafness does not inhibit her musical talent or day-to-day life. Evan Duthie, (born 2000), an award-winning DJ and producer. Peter Nicol, MBE, born in Inverurie on 5 April 1973, is a former professional squash player who represented first Scotland and then England in international squash. Peter Shepherd, (1841–1879), Surgeon Major, Royal Army Medical Corps Johanna Basford (born 1983), illustrator and textile designer Iona Fyfe (born 1998), award-winning Scots singer and musician. References External links Aberdeenshire Council Aberdeenshire Tourist Guide Aberdeenshire Libraries Service Aberdeenshire Museums Service Peterhead and Buchan Tourism Web Site Aberdeenshire Arts Aberdeenshire Sports Council Council areas of Scotland