Unearth the fervor of baseball and fandom with our roster of celebrity Atlanta Braves fans. This curated list seeks to spotlight these notable personalities and their enduring passion for this beloved baseball team. From award-winning musicians to recognizable political figures, their allegiance is a testament to the magnetic charm of the Braves. These stars, despite their varied backgrounds and careers, unite when it comes to supporting one of the oldest franchises in Major League Baseball. Start off with the legendary rapper and quintessential fan, Ludacris, who despite being raised in Illinois, found his heart in Atlanta at the tender age of nine. Just behind him is the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter whose Georgia roots have rooted him as a lifelong Braves supporter. And then there's Quavo, of the famous hip hop trio Migos, who carried his love for his home city and its team such vividly he designed a custom hat for them. And of course, let's not forget Kevin Costner, an acclaimed actor with a genuine passion for baseball that extends beyond the silver screen to the Atlanta Braves games. But the list doesn't stop there. Weaving through this rich tapestry of Braves fandom are other renowned figures, each connecting with the team in their unique way, and expressing their unwavering support unabashedly. With their high statuses and wide-reaching platforms, these celebrities have contributed to spreading Braves' fame far and wide. So, what are you waiting for? Brace yourself to explore the world of celebrity sports fandom with a fun and exclusive twist. Dive into our unranked list full of stories and exciting details you weren't privy to before. Who knows, you might just find your favorite star sharing your enthusiasm for the Atlanta Braves. It's time to meet the forces behind the Braves' robust cheering squad. Hop on and enjoy the ride!
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While beloved rapper and actor Ludacris may have been raised in Illinois, when he was just 9 years old he moved to Atlanta, Georgia, and while his first love will always be rapping, next in line is the Atlanta Braves. Whether it be throwing out the first pitch, performing in front of fans, or taking to social media to hype his team up, Ludacris has proven he is one of the biggest fans the Braves have.
The 39th President of the United States hailing from Plains, Georgia, Jimmy Carter is a lifelong Atlanta Braves fan. Wearing his fandom on his sleeve, President Carter always made it a point to stop and watch the Braves, even during his Presidency, and now in his retirement, he can always be spotted wearing his Atlanta hat, sitting at the games with his wife Lilian Carter, and sometimes even being put on the kiss cam.
Hailing from Athens, Georgia, Migos rapper Quavo has made the city of Atlanta his personality, loving everything to do with the city, including the Atlanta Braves! Consistently attending games, and throwing out the first pitch, Quavo loves the team so much that he even designed a custom hat for them based on their epic 1995 World Series championship.
Acclaimed actor Kevin Costner isn't just a huge baseball fan in his hit films Bull Durham, For Love of the Game, and Field of Dreams, he is actually a huge fan of the sport in real life. While he loves the sport as a whole, he can most often be seen attending games for the Atlanta Braves, and even rocking the classic Atlanta hat.
One of the most prolific and beloved southern rappers in history, André Lauren Benjamin, or as he is better known, André 3000 was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, and he does anything and everything he can to represent his hometown, including cheering on his Atlanta Braves. While he still attends games, the most notable feat of Andre 3000 and the Braves was when they used his lyrics to start a Twitter beef against the Dodgers in 2021.
Actor Michael Kelly is one of Lawrenceville, Georgia's native sons, and ever since he was just a child he loved the Atlanta Braves. Taking a look at his social media, it is apparent just how big a fan Kelly is of the Braves, and he even appeared on the “Behind the Braves” podcast in 2021.
A native son of Atlanta, George, country star Zac Brown has been a lifelong Atlanta Braves fan, so when the team asked him to sing the national anthem during the 2021 World Series, Brown jumped at the opportunity and made sure to stick around to watch the game afterward.
Point guard for the Atlanta Hawks, Trae Young may have been a native of Lubbock, Texas, but since he was drafted by the Hawks in 2018, the city of Atlanta has become his home away from home. The Braves were the first to open Young in with open arms, inviting him to games, to throw out the first pitch, to hang with the players, and even spearheaded the campaign to get him selected into the All-Star game!
One of the biggest voices in Atlanta sports, an acclaimed rapper and Georgia native 2 Chains has loved and rooted for the Braves ever since he was a child. During the 2021 World Series, the Braves invited 2 Chainz as their special guest and unofficial ambassador.
American country music star and singer/songwriter Jason Aldean was welcomed to Truist Park when he was going to perform in honor of the Atlanta Braves. Alania, being a native of the Georgia area, grew up a huge Braves fan, so getting the opportunity to not only play in her home state, but in front of the team she loved, was hugely important to her.
Placekicker for the Atlanta Falcons Younghoe Koo was born and raised in Seoul, South Korea, and ever since he started playing for Atlanta, the city has welcomed him with open arms. In 2022, Koo was invited to throw out the first pitch for the team.
Legendary professional hockey player Wayne Gretzky made a special pitstop at Truist Park to check out the Atlanta Braves
Born and raised in Bronwood, Georgia, American country singer/songwriter Cole Swindell grew up loving the Atlant Braves. He can be seen here with fellow Braves superfan Andre 3000 as they root for the team to win the World Series in 2021.
Jefferson, Georgia native Brantley Gilbert is an American country rock singer who loves the Atlanta Braves. Wearing his Georgia pride on his sleeve, Gilbert can consistently be seen rocking an Atlanta hat or gear, and in 2021 he was watching the Braves play in the world series.
Born and raised in Valdosta, Georgia, American country singer/songwriter Thomas Rhett grew up in a family that loved the Atlanta Braves. Even when he moved to Nashville, Tennessee, Rhett stayed loyal to his Georgia roots and kept his love for the Braves. He can be seen here attending the World Series in 2021.
American country music star and singer/songwriter Jason Aldean was welcomed to Truist Park when he was going to perform in honor of the Atlanta Braves. This was a huge honor for the man, as he is a self-appointed Braves superfan who takes to social media to root and cheer on the team.
While American singer/songwriter Jason Isbell may have been born in Green Hill, Alabama, he chose to love the Atlanta Braves, as it made he and his family get closer over having something they can cheer for together, as he explained in the Behind the Braves podcast.
One of Atlanta's native sons, MVP quarterback Cam Newton may have spent the vast majority of his playing career in Carolina, but he never forgot where he came from, and consistently makes stops to root for his hometown Atlanta Braves.
