The phrase "although famous" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to introduce a contrast or exception regarding someone's fame in a sentence.
Example: "Although famous for his controversial opinions, he remained a private individual."
Alternatives: "despite being well-known" or "even though renowned".
Although famous among Indian tourists, this region of Maharashtra state is often overlooked by foreign tourists.
Although famous for its waterfront developments, which are directly across the Thames from the Houses of Parliament and the City of Westminster, Lambeth is largely residential.
What does not quite come across is how much these early models, although famous enough when they married an aristocrat and moved into high society, were still subsumed by the clothes.
Although famous for coining the term "dark energy," Turner was at a loss for words when it came to picking a winner.
Although famous for sticking out his very long tongue, and past womanising - he claims to have slept with 4,800 women - what is much less well known is that Simmons has always been the financial brains of the band.
However, in this debate, I have seen a less helpful form of testimonials - a testimonial by someone who, although famous, is not necessarily knowledgeable on the subject.
(MPs can't get maternity cover, although the famous might find lookalikes).
Although their famous reds beckoned, we ended up relaxing with coffee and tea on the wide front terrace.
Although the famous pauses and silences are often used to stoke the sense of barely repressed violence, they also help to punctuate the mad humor in the dialogue.
Although many famous pupils later revolted against the Conservatoire's academic severities, it became the acknowledged centre of musical practice and erudition.
Although the famous skincare regime doesn't come cheap, a travel set is a great way to see if the pricey potions are right for you.
