Whether it’s an athlete starring in a movie, a musician reppin’ their team or a viral pop culture moment that takes over social media, sports and showbiz go hand-in-hand. Get the scoop on all the crossovers, celebrity involvement and moments that keep sports top of mind for fans.
ANY sincere fan can attest to what may seem like an inordinate amount of emotional attachment and angst over their favorite athletes and the celebrities that surround them. Celebrities add a level of intrigue and excitement that boosts interest, viewership and ticket sales for games. But it’s important to navigate the churn of sports celebrity gossip in a responsible manner that prioritizes more substantial issues and fosters a critical mindset.
In the latest edition of TMZ Sports’ Sports Celebrity Gossip Week, NBA star Damian Lillard says he wants to leave Portland, WNBA star Suni Lee and her NBA player boyfriend OG Anunoby make their relationship official, Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn opens up about her groin injury and teen powerlifter Sauce Gardner confirms romance rumors with fellow lifter Ice Spice. Plus, former NFL quarterback Jason Kelce tackles his weight loss journey and the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders reveal their new uniforms.
The Los Angeles Dodgers had a very obvious motive when they invited BTS member V (aka Kim Taehyung) to throw out the first pitch at last night’s game. The singer’s popularity and influence as a global superstar makes him an excellent choice to promote the team. But this isn’t the first time MLB and a team have leveraged their relationship with a non-American celebrity to draw attention to a game.