classical music composer. Zoë Chao (b. 1985) - actress, notably in Strangers, Love Life, and Modern Love. Josh Schwartz (b. 1976) - writer/producer of the television series The O.C., Chuck, Gossip Girl, and Hart of Dixie Gloria Vanderbilt (1924-2019) - American artist, author, actress, fashion designer, heiress, and socialite. Notes Private high schools in Rhode Island Private elementary schools in Rhode Island Private middle schools in Rhode Island Educational institutions established in 1889 High schools in Providence, Rhode Island 1889 establishments in Rhode Island