| Author | Profession |
|---|---|
| W. Mitchell | Motivational Speaker |
| Wang Bi | Philosopher |
| Wang Chong | Philosopher |
| Wang Fuzhi | Philosopher |
| Wang Leehom | Rapper |
| Wang Shuo | Comedian |
| Wang Wei | Poet |
| Wang Zengqi | Author |
| Wang Zijie | Comedian |
| Warda Al-Jazairia | Singer |
| Waris Dirie | Actor |
| Warsan Shire | Rapper |
| Watsuji Tetsurō | Philosopher |
| Whitney Houston | Singer |
| William Shakespeare | Author |
| Wilma Rudolph | Athlete |