20 A-List Celebrity Baseball Enthusiasts: From Ben Affleck to Emma Stone, Who Loves America's Favorite Pastime?

In June 2021, Emma Stone and her husband, Dave McCary, had a special date night at a Padres game. The announcer noted that McCary, who threw the first pitch at a September 2017 game, has been a devoted Padres fan for life.

"Move over La La Land, because Padre Land just got a visit from Emma Stone and her husband David McCary! It was a true pleasure to have them in our booth. Go Padres! #bestactress," tweeted Mark Grant, the Padres' TV analyst, along with a photo of the couple in his private booth.

Taking their baseball dates to the next level, some celebrities have gone above and beyond. In October 2013, Kanye West surprised his now-estranged wife, Kim Kardashian, with a top-secret proposal at AT&T Stadium, home of the San Francisco Giants. Using the Jumbotron, the rapper set up a message that read "PLEEEASE MARRY MEEE!"

"It was an enchanting experience," a source revealed to us at that moment. "It was the epitome of romance - an absolute surprise!"

Baseball played a significant role in yet another tale of love. In February 2012, Kate Upton and her spouse, Justin Verlander, crossed paths on the set of a commercial for the Major League Baseball 2K12 video game.

Verlander, a pitcher for the Astros, expressed his gratitude for the past decade that has brought him incredible moments. He mentioned meeting his best friend, getting married, and starting a family as the most amazing gifts in his life. The impact of love and baseball has been profound for him. Reflecting on his achievements on the field, he highlighted winning a championship, throwing a couple of no hitters, and receiving several awards, which have all been part of an incredible journey. He acknowledged the friendships that have grown or started in the past decade, emphasizing that they will continue for many years to come. Verlander feels truly blessed.

Adding to the narrative, the love for baseball is reciprocated by the sport itself. In May 2021, when Jennifer Lopez was seen spending time with her former partner, Ben Affleck, who is a well-known Red Sox superfan, the team reached out to let her know that she is always welcome back in the bleachers.

"We miss you, J-Lo ️," expressed the Red Sox via TikTok. "Your presence will forever be remembered. Please return soon."

The baseball community engaged in further discussion regarding the couple as they questioned Alex Rodriguez, Lopez's former partner, about her reconciliation with the producer of Argo.

"Cheekily speaking to TMZ, the MLB star playfully exclaimed, "Go Yankees!" This remark could have been a friendly acknowledgement of his former team, or perhaps a lighthearted jab at Affleck's cherished Boston team, known as the Yankees' greatest adversaries. Keep scrolling to discover more celebrities who share a passion for America's treasured pastime."

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Celebrity Baseball Fans: Ben Affleck, Emma Stone and More Stars Who Enjoy America's Favorite Pastime

Cheer, cheer, cheer! Throughout time, numerous famous personalities have disclosed their immense love for baseball — initiating the game by throwing the first pitch or enjoying the company of the crowd during a romantic evening.

Emma Stone and her husband, Dave McCary, had a special date night in June 2021 as they attended a Padres game. Notably, McCary, a lifelong Padres fan, had previously thrown the first pitch at a game in September 2017. Following their visit to the booth, Padres' TV analyst Mark Grant expressed his gratitude for their presence by tweeting, "La La Land...Naaahhhh... More like, Padre Land! Thanks to Emma Stone and her Husband David McCary for visiting us in the booth. It was truly a pleasure! Go Padres! #bestactress." Grant accompanied his message with a photo capturing the couple together in his private booth.

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Certain celebrities have taken their baseball dates to a whole new level. In October 2013, Kanye West executed a highly confidential proposal for his now-separated wife, Kim Kardashian, at AT&T Stadium, the renowned home of the San Francisco Giants. The rapper ingeniously arranged for the Jumbotron to display the message "PLEEEASE MARRY MEEE!"

According to an insider, the moment was truly enchanting. They disclosed, "It was an absolutely magical experience - the epitome of romance and the ultimate surprise!"

Baseball played a role in another romantic tale. In February 2012, Kate Upton and her spouse, Justin Verlander, crossed paths while filming a commercial for the Major League Baseball 2K12 video game.

Reflecting on the impact of love and baseball on his life, Verlander, who serves as a pitcher for the Astros, expressed his gratitude via Instagram in December 2019. He described the past decade as incredible, highlighting his joy in meeting his best friend, getting married, and starting a family. Verlander also acknowledged the remarkable experiences he had on the field, including winning a championship, throwing multiple no-hitters, and receiving various awards. Lastly, he expressed his appreciation for the lasting friendships he formed over the past decade, confident that they will endure for many years to come. Overall, Verlander considered himself truly blessed.

The Red Sox expressed their affection for Jennifer Lopez and extended an open invitation for her to return to the bleachers in a TikTok message, stating, "Miss you, J-Lo ️. We will never forget you. Come back soon."

The conversation about the couple, Lopez and Affleck, continued to involve their shared interest in baseball when Lopez's ex, Alex Rodriguez, was questioned about her reunion with Affleck. In a light-hearted manner, the former MLB star playfully responded with "Go Yankees" to TMZ. Although his remark could be seen as a harmless reference to his previous team, it could also be interpreted as a playful jab at Affleck's beloved Boston team, known as the Yankees' greatest rivals.

Scroll down to see more stars that follow America's favorite pastime:

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Thomas Rhett

In June 2023, the renowned country singer attended a thrilling Savannah Bananas game in Nashville alongside his wife, Lauren Akins, and a group of their close friends. The Bananas, previously part of the Coastal Plain League, engage in the unique sport of "Banana Ball," which features meticulously choreographed dances. Currently, they compete against various independent teams across the United States.

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Morgan Stewart

In October 2022,

attended game one of the 2022 MLB playoffs alongside Jordan McGraw. They enthusiastically cheered for the Los Angeles Dodgers as they faced off against the San Diego Padres in Los Angeles.

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Miles Teller

The Top Gun: Maverick star showed off his athletic skills while throwing out the first pitch at a Philadelphia Phillies game in June 2022.

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Mindy Kaling and B.J. Novak

The former Office costars took in a Boston Red Sox game in June 2022.

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Tom Cruise

In October 2021, the renowned actor from Top Gun, along with his son Connor, was sighted attending the second match of the National League Division Series featuring the San Francisco Giants and the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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Emma Stone

The La La Land actress and her husband, Dave McCary, enjoyed a rare date night at a San Diego Padres game in June 2021.

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Katie Thurston

The season 17 Bachelorette threw the first pitch at a Seattle Mariners game in June 2021.

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Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds

The pair attended a Yankees game in April 2021. "After 14 years in NY, I think tonight made me an official Yankee," the Gossip Girl alum wrote via Instagram at the time.

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Ben Affleck

Affleck is a devoted Boston Red Sox fan. In October 2018, he attended a World Series game with his ex-wife, Jennifer Garner, just weeks after finalizing their divorce.

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Matt Lanter, Jessica Lowndes and Michael Steger

The 90210 costars cheered on the Los Angeles Dodgers when they challenged the Cincinnati Reds at Dodger Stadium in L.A. in August 2012.

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Rainn Wilson

The Office star showed his support for the Los Angeles Dodgers when they played the Philadelphia Phillies at Dodger Stadium in L.A. in July 2012.

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Eric Stonestreet, Paul Rudd, Jon Hamm, Jason Sudeikis and Rob Riggle

"Take Me Out to the Ball Game" was performed by the four actors amidst an interleague match held at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri in June 2012, featuring the St. Louis Cardinals and Kansas City Royals.

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Vince Vaughn

The Wedding Crashers funnyman threw out the first pitch before the Chicago Cubs vs. Boston Red Sox game in June 2012 at Wrigley Field in Chicago.

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Snoop Dogg

The "Gin and Juice" rapper posed on the pitcher's mound during the Chicago White Sox vs. Minnesota Twins game in Chicago in May 2012.

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Chris Pratt

The Parks and Recreation scene stealer took a swing during the Taco Bell All-Star Legends & Celebrity Softball Game in Phoenix, Arizona, in July 2011.

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Minnie Driver

The Riches actress chatted with Chicago White Sox player John Danks before his team played the Detroit Tigers at U.S. Cellular Field in Chicago in June 2011.

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Kristin Cavallari

The Laguna Beach reality star threw out the ceremonial first pitch when the Los Angeles Dodgers played the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium in L.A. in July 2010.

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Prince Harry

The British royal threw the first pitch before the New York Mets played the Minnesota Twins at Citi Field in New York City in June 2010.

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Kate Hudson, Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell

The famous trio watched the New York Yankees defeat the Boston Rex Sox 5-0 in August 2009. (Hudson was dating Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez at the time.)

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Josh Henderson

The Dallas actor was all smiles during the Hollywood Stars Celebrity Softball at Dodger Stadium in L.A. in July 2009.

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Carrie Underwood

The American Idol champ played ball during the City of Hope Softball Challenge in Nashville in June 2009.

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Tyra Banks

The supermodel threw out the ceremonial first pitch before the Detroit Tigers played the Texas Rangers in Detroit, Michigan, in August 2003.

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George Clooney

The E.R. alum met with New York Yankees second baseman Chuck Knoblauch during a visit to the team's spring training camp in Tampa, Florida, in 2000.

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Pamela Anderson

The Baywatch babe practiced her swing during the Hollywood Stars Celebrity Baseball game at Dodger Stadium in L.A. in August 1993.

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Joey Lawrence

The Blossom actor participated in the Hollywood Stars Celebrity Baseball Game at Dodger Stadium in L.A. in August 1992.

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Ted Turner and Jane Fonda

The then-spouses watched the Atlanta Braves play in 1991.

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Tom Cruise and Connor Cruise

The father-son duo watched the Los Angeles Dodgers play the New York Yankees at Dodger Stadium in L.A. on June 27, 2010.