As both members and missionaries, Mormons cover the globe.

And in some cases, fame follows.

Take Kent Derricott, for instance. The once-shy, young boy

who grew up in Sandy is one of the most popular and recognizable

celebrities in a country of 127 million people. Derricott vaulted into

fame on the comedy television circuit in Japan after serving a mission

in Sapporo and returning to the country on a business trip.

But to most church members, he's relatively anonymous.

In an upcoming edition, Mormon Times will profile members of the LDS

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Church who have carved out fame and notoriety in either their home

countries or places where they served missions, but who are not

well-known in the United States.

And we need your help. If you have an example of such an individual, e-mail his or her name and a short explanation to mormontimes@desnews.com ... and watch for our upcoming profiles.

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