Celebrity Mets Fans

Hailing from Brooklyn, New York, comedian Jerry Seinfeld is the epitome of a die-hard New York Mets fan. Whether it's writing the team into his hit television series Seinfeld, having his very own bobblehead night, calling the games in the booth, throwing out the first pitch, or simply sitting in the stands watching games, there is little to nothing that Jerry Seinfeld hasn't done to show his incredible fandom for the Mets.

One of the funniest comedians and humans to ever grace the planet, Robin Williams was a national treasure, but something that is relatively unknown about Williams is his incredible fandom for the Mets. Williams was a self-proclaimed novice in baseball for the majority of his life, but when attending a game for Comics Relief with good friend Billy Crystal, Williams fell in love with the team, and it was a match made in heaven.

New York City's own Jon Stewart was a born, raised, and tormented New York Mets fan. Through thick and thin Steward has supported the team, attending games and throwing out first pitches, but the most memorable moments between Steward and the Mets are undoubtedly the long tirades he would go on about the team on his hit television show The Daily Show. A self-proclaimed “long-suffering Mets fan,” Stewart will ride with the team forever.

Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York just before the Met's first-ever World Series championship, powerhouse comedian Chris Rock has been a fan of the team since he was just a child. Rock most notably had a very long and very funny monologue about the Mets when he appeared on The Late Show with David Letterman, and while it's a love/hate relationship, Rock still cheers on the team to this day.

Late-night television host and comedian Jimmy Kimmel is a native son of New York, and he grew up in a family that adored the New York Mets. As he grew older and got jobs in the public eye, Kimmel always made it a point to let his Mets flag fly, as he would often have the team appear on his show. Kimmel has most notably signed on as a producer for a 30 for 30 about the 1986 mets.

A native of New York City, comedian and talk-show host Bill Maher loves the New York Mets harder than almost any other fan. Constantly going on long tirades about the team on his show, Maher loves the Mets so much that he actually bought a minority ownership stake in the team in 2012.

Born and raised in Mineola, New York, comedian and actor Kevin James not only portrayed a New York Mets fan on his hit show The King of Queens, but he is actually an even bigger fan of the team in real life. James is such a massive fan of the team, that he actually named his daughter Shae, after Shae Stadium where the Mets play.

Being married to a Mets superfan will undoubtedly rub off on someone, and for acclaimed actor Sarah Jessica Parker, her husband Matthew Broderick's love of the team became a staple in their relationship. Consistently seen attending games with her husband and their children, Parker has grown to become a staple in Mets fandom.

Hailing from the great city of Manhattan, New York, actor Matthew Broderick was raised from a young age to be a die-hard Mets fan. While Broderick may not be in the public eye as much as he was in the 80s and 90s, for any fan of the comedian, if they ever wish to spot him, he will undoubtedly be attending a Mets game.

Over the past decade, actor Emmy Rossum has solidified herself as one biggest fans that the New York Mets have. Hailing from New York City, Rossum was raised loving the Mets, and while she naturally attends games, she has also conducted sideline interviews and even sang the national anthem for the team during the season opener at Shae Stadium.

A native son of New York City, actor Dylan O'Brien has been a massive fan of the New York Mets for his entire life. As a child he would take to the internet to post videos about the team, he would post comments and posts about them, and in 2017, he has his self-admitted dream come true when he was able to throw out the ceremonial first pitch of the Mets.

Although he was born and raised in Oregon, actor Ty Burrell spent the early days of his career working and living in Queens, New York, and during that time, he fell in love with the Mets. Loving the underdog, Burrell felt a strong kinship with the Mets and most notably had an incredibly lengthy interview with The Hollywood Reporter where he went on to talk about the Mets for nearly an hour.

Hailing from Montclair, New Jersey, actor, comedian, author, and academic lecturer Kal Penn was always a massive fan of baseball, and when the New York Mets asked him to throw the ceremonial opening pitch, he was incredibly excited. However, not wanting to come out like a fool, Penn actually hired a pitching coach to prep him for his big day, which inevitably went wonderfully.

Acclaimed singer and songwriter Ed Sheeran may have been raised in West Yorkshire, England, but when he made his way across the pond in 2015, he made sure to stop by and check out a baseball game. Of all the teams he could have possibly seen, Sheeran made sure he checked out the New York Mets, rocked a hat, and has been a fan of the team ever since. 

Acclaimed actor John Travolta has never been a massive fan of baseball throughout his life, but when he was set to play a New York Mets superfan on the set of the hit film Old Dogs, he jumped at the opportunity to sit at the field, meet the players, and of course, sit with Mets superfan Robin Williams. 

Australian comedian Rebel Wilson was on top of the world after her breakout role in the 2012 comedy Pitch Perfect, and she was so high in fact that the New York Mets offered her the opportunity to throw out the opening pitch. Incredibly excited at the prospect, Wilson threw out one of the most memorable and comedic pitches in the history of the Mets as she showed her support for the team.

Born and raised in San Francisco, California, comedian Leslie Mann has never been the biggest of baseball fans, but when her good friend Rebel Wilson was asked to throw out the ceremonial first pitch, Mann when supported her friend and cheered on the Mets crowd while doing so.

New York City rapper 50 Cent undoubtedly had one of the biggest moments in Mets history when he threw the opening pitch for the team back in 2014. In what should have been a run-of-the-mill affair, 50 Cent sent the sports world ablaze when he accidentally threw the ball in the completely wrong direction. 50 Cent has been a staple with the Mets ever since that day.

Acclaimed and revolutionary rapper Nicki Minaj may not be the first name that pops into fans' heads when they think of the New York Mets, however, the Grammy award-winning artist grew up in Queens, New York, and has been a fan of the Mets her whole life. She has even gone to social media multiple times to show her support for the team

A self-proclaimed Yankees and Dodgers fan, acclaimed singer Billy Joel has become synonymous with the New York Mets for a few very specific reasons. In 1986, 2000, and 2015, Joel performed some of the most memorable and beloved renditions of the national anthem in front of Mets fans, and he became a fixture of the culture ever since. Not to mention, he headlined the “Last Play as Shae” concert in 2008.

Being the son of a former New York Met is sure to have some resounding effects on a person, and it did just that for Patrick Mahomes II. Mahomes' father, Patrick Mahomes, played two seasons with the Mets as a reliever, and the time clearly meant a lot to Mahomes II as images of him on the field as a child still circulate the internet today. Mahomes II even wore a New York Mets jersey while doing a postgame interview.

Former Superbowl-winning professional quarterback Eli Manning spent his entire professional career in the City That Never Sleeps, and during his time in New York, he became a legend. Showing support for his in-city brethren, he can be seen here with Mr. Met as he attended a game.

During the 25th anniversary of his hit movie The Sandlot, actor Patrick Renna was invited to City Field to discuss the film, as well as throw out the ceremonial opening pitch for the team. 

Born and raised in Huntington, New York, 80s phenom Ralph Macchio grew up a massive fan of the New York Mets. He would consistently go to games, rock the gear, and in 2018 while promoting his hit television series Cobra Kai, Macchio was asked to throw out the ceremonial first pitch.

Cobra Kai star William Zabka may be a Los Angeles Dodgers fan through and through, but when he was asked to throw the opening pitch alongside his co-star Ralph Macchio in 2018, Zabka jumped at the opportunity. 

Born and raised in New London, Connecticut, Stranger Things star Gaten Matarazzo was invited to attend a New York Mets game during the promotion for the show. Matarazzo threw out the opening pitch and even sang the national anthem for the team.

Acclaimed and legendary Latin music sensation Shakira made a very special appearance attending a New York Mets game in 2020 where she met the players, and most notably, made Mets manager Buck Showalter melt in her presence. 

A legend born and raised in New York City, groundbreaking rap artist Nas has been one of the biggest and most vocal fans of the Mets over the last three decades. Constantly referencing the team in his songs, rocking the gear while recording, and while on tour, Nas loves his hometown team, and he isn't ashamed to let anyone and everyone know. 

In honor of his hit television show Ted Lasso, the New York Mets welcomed acclaimed comedian and New York City son Jason Sudeikis back to the states by giving him his very own custom-made Sudeikis Mets jersey. 

New York native rapper and television presenter Action Bronson took to Citi Field in 2022 to throw out the ceremonial opening pitch for the New York Mets. Bronson has been a lifelong baseball and Mets fan, and was incredibly excited and overjoyed to have the opportunity. 

Hank Azaria is a diehard Mets fans, having grown up in Queens. Azaria often attends games and speaks candidly about his love for the team online and in interviews. Azaria is a true lover of the sport, even starring in one of the best TV shows about baseball and playing the titular Brockmire.

Comedian and writer Sean O'Connor is an avid Mets fan having lived in New York City since 2011. O'Connor is often seen posting his fandom all over social media and regularly attends games. 

Upon being traded to the Brooklyn Nets in the summer of 2022, one of NBA forward Royce O'Neale's first stops was to Citi Field to pay respect to the local baseball team - the Mets. O'Neale threw out the first pitch and was honored by the team.

Australian musician Timmy Trumpet stopped by Citi Field in 2022 to show some love for the Mets, wearing the sleek black alternate jersey. Timmy played his trumpet for a raucous set of fans and took in a Mets win! In Timmy's own words: “See you at the World Series!”

Before a semifinals run at the 2022 US Open in Astoria, tennis star Frances Tiafoe showed up to Citi Field to catch a Mets game. He received a custom signed #23 jersey and cheered on the New York baseballers.

Jim Breuer is another Mets-loving comic who has spent countless hours rooting for and riffing about the team. A Long Islander, Breuer has seen it all as a Mets fan. 

The late Jerry Stiller was a lifelong New Yorker and Upper West Side staple in the film and arts communities, but he appreciated sports as well. In 2011, the consummate performer Stiller showed up to Citi Field and sang a spirited rendition of “Take Me Out to the Ball Game." 

Like father, like son. Comedic actor Ben Stiller roots for the New York Mets when he must pick one in New York's famous Subway Series. Stiller even reportedly considered making a movie featuring Mets legend Mike Piazza in the early 2000s.

Glenn Close, who performed the national anthem before Game 1 of the 1986 World Series at Shea Stadium, and again before a 2016 game at Citi Field, once told the Hollywood Reporter that she used to spend time with Rusty Staub -- and on one occasion, Nolan Ryan -- at a Manhattan restaurant after games in the 1970s.

Stiles is a native New Yorker and a fan of baseball who roots on the Mets. The actress threw the ceremonial first pitch before a May 29, 2006 game. And a few times after. 

The Beastie Boys frontman a.k.a. Ad-Rock grew up a New York Mets fan and could often be seen donning at stylish blue Mets hat onstage and in photoshoots as a youth. Hororvitz hails from Manhattan and still supports the team today. 

Like his Beastie Boys bandmate, the late Adam “MCA” Yauch grew up a fan of the Mets. When MCA died in 2012, all Mets players changed their walk-up music to a Beastie Boys song to honor him.

New Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell grew up around baseball thanks to his father, Donovan Mitchell Sr., who has worked in various roles for the Mets over the years. The younger Mitchell has shown up to NBA games wearing a Mets jersey, and has mingled with players at Citi Field. He even took batting practice before a 2019 game, nearly hitting a homer.

The ex-governor of New Jersey is also a Mets fan. Chris Christie is from New Jersey, but that hasn't stopped him from being a Mets fan for his entire life, and attending games whenever he can. While he is most known for his time as the governor of the Garden State, Christie is now a member of the Mets' Board of Directors, showing that he does have a genuine love for the Mets.

The “Queen of Latin Pop” is considered one of the most successful and influential Mexican artists. So why the Mets fandom? Her marriage to New Yorker, Sony Music Entertainment CEO, and diehard Mets supporter Tommy Mottola. The couple often pops up at games and in the owner's box.

A New Yorker through and through, the Sony Music Entertainment CEO Tommy Mottola roots on the Mets and is a hardcore fan. He often posts his support to social media and attends games frequently.

The Game of Thrones author is a huge fan of the New York Mets, having grown up in Bayone, New Jersey. Martin's writing style has been praised for its' often brutal, emotional harrowing storylines (ahem, Red Wedding), which he has proudly accredited to watching so many crushing defeats as a Mets fan.

Edward Burns, the “Brothers McMullen” director who is a lifelong Mets fan, is working with the Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver to direct a feature documentary on Seaver’s career and his role with the fabled 1969 Miracle Mets. It was as unlikely as man landing on the moon, the year when a franchise lovable in futility won 100 games and beat the heavily favored Baltimore Orioles to win the World Series.

The Queensbridge native formerly known as Ron Artest played basketball at St. John's and apparently was a Mets fan growing up. In 2010, he made a rap video "MetropoliTONS of FUN" that is available on YouTube.com. Here are some of the best Mets-centric lyrics from the song:

-- "I'm Ron Artest, gettin' crazy as it gets, fly around in jets and rap about the Mets. Born in Queens, raised in Shea, grab a Shake Shack with my man Jason Bay."

-- "Win some, lose some the Mets dun, dun, we just tell ourselves success is a nuisance."

-- "I got a ring, no need to be cranky, Mets need 25 more to tie the Los Los Yankees."

-- "Lounging in the Pepsi Porch, sipping Moet, looking to my left is my man Mr. Met."

-- "We the Metropolitans of fun. We the Metropolitans of fun. No matter how many games we won, we're the Metropolitans of fun."

– "Big ups to Keith Hernandez, Kevin Elster. Affordable bleacher seats. World Series Champs 2087. Ice Cream in little helmets y'all. Mike Piazza bobbleheads y'all. I gotta go call Jason Bay, we supposed to go meet for some ice cream at 1:30. 1986, 1969, dot, dot, dot. C'mon y'all, let's step it up."

The Hollywood A-Lister is famous for playing Willie Mays Hayes in the classic baseball film Major League. But where do his rooting interests lie? With the Mets, of course. In 2022, he attended a game with Mets owner Alexandra Garcia.

NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal has been showing up in New York Mets gear more and more frequently over the years. With the Mets on the come up, it's no surprise the big fella would want to show some love.

A fashionista first and foremost, it's most likely Cam Newton donned the old school striped Mets jackets as a fashion statement. True fan or not, it's hard not to give the ex-NFL QB his style points.

A longtime Tribeca resident, Rihanna has always had an Empire State of Mind, which makes her support of the New York Mets unquestionable. RiRi is no stranger to stepping out and showing support for sporting greats in the city.

Is there anything more swaggalicious than boxing Champion Iron Mike Tyson wearing a New York Mets jacket while posing with a Rolls Royce. Born in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn, it's no surprise the “Baddest Man Alive” chose to root for the Mets.

The late rapper Biz Markie is a Harlem music legend. The New Yorker was an avid Mets fan in his time.

An NBA superstar forward for the Brooklyn Nets, it would appear Kevin Durant has chosen to root for the New York Mets as his baseball team. 

As Tom Hanks once famously proclaimed, “There's no crying in baseball.” The Hollywood A-Lister is often spotted donning a New York Mets hat and attending games when he can. He even threw out the first pitch at a Mets game in 2022.

An iconic Hollywood actor and bi-coastal celebrity, Leonardo DiCaprio has supported the Mets since he was a kid. Over the years DiCaprio has been spotted countless times donning his ‘lucky’ Mets cap.

Actor Tom Selleck looked like a regular in the lineup while wearing a Mets uniform. He starred in the 1992 film Mr. Baseball, portraying an MLB player who was traded to a Japanese league. While preparing for the movie, Selleck observed from the dugouts of several professional teams, including the Mets.

Benny Hill may be a Brit, but he sure knows the most stylish way to wear a Mets cap. On his 1991 World Tour, Hill showed off his appreciation for the Mets in a stop in New York.