Lifestyle mogul Martha Stewart has officially entered the world of sports ownership, acquiring a minority stake in the Welsh football club Swansea City. The announcement, made Tuesday by the Championship side, marks Stewart’s first foray into professional soccer.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The move follows Stewart’s appearance at the Swansea.com Stadium last Friday, where she witnessed the club’s 2-1 victory over rivals Wrexham. Club officials noted that the atmosphere of the live match was a deciding factor in her investment. Stewart joins a growing roster of high-profile minority shareholders, including rapper Snoop Dogg and Croatian football star Luka Modrić.
From Potluck to Pitch: Martha Stewart Joins Snoop Dogg at Swansea City
The ultimate duo is back together! Martha Stewart has officially joined her best friend Snoop Dogg as a co-owner of Swansea City.
After being spotted cheering in the stands during Friday’s win against Wrexham, Martha decided to put pen to paper. She’s now part of an A-list ownership group that includes Snoop and Real Madrid legend Luka Modrić. While the “Swans” are currently fighting their way up from 19th place in the Championship, they certainly aren’t lacking in star power!
Key Takeaways: Swansea City’s Newest Celebrity Owner
- The News: Martha Stewart is now a minority co-owner of Swansea City AFC.
- The Inspiration: She attended the club’s recent 2-1 win over Wrexham, which reportedly cemented her “enthusiasm” for the project.
- The Boardroom: She joins other celebrity investors Snoop Dogg (joined July) and Luka Modrić (joined April).
- The Status: Despite the famous owners, Swansea is currently 19th in the league and faces a tough match against Coventry City this Friday.
