Tharp is a

surname In some cultures, a surname, family name, or last name is the portion of one's personal name that indicates one's family, tribe or community. Practices vary by culture. The family name may be placed at either the start of a person's full name ...

, and may refer to:

In literature and theater

* Kenneth Tharp (contemporary), English dance artist * Twyla Tharp (b. 1941), American dancer and choreographer

In music

Aran Tharp New York filmmaker Aran Tharp was born in 1977, and raised in Edwardsville, IL. He is best known as a "fourth member" of the avant-garde music group The Psychic Paramount. Tharp tours with the band, doing filming, photography, and lighting effects ...

(b. 1977), American avant-garde musician * Reynold Tharp (b. 1973), American composer

In politics and law

* John J. Tharp, Jr. (b. 1960), US District Judge in Illinois * William Tharp (1803–1865), American politician from Delaware; governor of Delaware 1847–51

In sports

Taylor Tharp Taylor Tharp (born September 20, 1984) is a former American football quarterback for the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League (NFL). He signed with the Carolina Panthers as an undrafted free agent following the 2008 NFL Draft. Tharp ...

(b. 1984), American professional football player

In business

Carol Baker Tharp Carol Baker Tharp (May 13, 1952 – November 25, 2007) was an American general manager and former executive director. Biography Early life Carol Baker Tharp was born in Charleston, South Carolina, and later grew up in Charlotte, North Ca ...

(1952–2007), American executive director

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