17 famous Newcastle United supporters – including Wimbledon star Cameron Norrie
Newcastle United boast a unique roster of famous faces who have claimed to support the club, including Wimbledon star Cameron Norrie.
From politicians to TV personalities and singers to local heroes, the Magpies have a number of famous fans – including some surprising and international names.
Over the years, we have seen many celebrities come out and publicly announce their support of the Tyneside club.
Wimbledon semi-finalist Cameron Norrie is the latest celebrity whose support of Newcastle has seen him gain attention from the club this week.
The 26-year-old tennis star is preparing to face Novak Djokovic for a place in the Wimbledon final this weekend.
1. Brian Blessed (estimated net worth: £500,000)
Despite growing up a Manchester United fan, the Yorkshire-born actor has a ‘soft spot’ for Newcastle United and can even recall the club’s FA Cup winning starting line-ups from 1951, 1952 and 1955.
2. Jimmy Nail (estimated net worth: £1million)
The 'Auf Wiedersehen, Pet' star is another long-standing fan of Newcastle United, having been born in the city in 1954. Photo: Neilson Barnard
3. Abhisit Vejjajiva (estimated net worth: £1.8million)
Another politician, albeit one who does the majority of his work far from these shores. Vejjajiva is a former Prime Minister in Thailand, but was born in Newcastle. He declared his support for the Toon Army in 2008. Photo: CHALINEE THIRASUPA
4. Matt Hancock (estimated net worth: £1-2million)
Former health secretary Matt Hancock gained notoriety during the coronavirus pandemic and is a Newcastle United supporter thanks to his ‘uncle Dave’. He claims to have attended matches at St James’s Park in his younger years.