Super Bowl LX is shaping up to be a stage full of emotions and unfinished business. For the Seattle Seahawks, it is much more than a game: it represents the long-awaited opportunity for redemption after that painful defeat in 2015, when an intercepted pass in the final seconds snatched the title from them against the Patriots
The New England Patriots, meanwhile, are looking to add another Vince Lombardi trophy to their trophy cabinet, backed by the winning tradition they have forged over the years and the unwavering support of their passionate fans. In the stands and from social media, the duel will be energised and supported by some of the most influential celebrities in Hollywood and the world, who do not miss the opportunity to show their support for these two historic teams.
Some of the most famous artists who support the Seattle Seahawks
Chris Pratt: The MARVEL and Jurassic World superstar is a staunch Seahawks fan. The last time his beloved team reached the Super Bowl and lost, Pratt ended up paying a bet to his fellow superhero Chris Evans, who is a huge fan of the New England Patriots
Will Ferrell: One of the most famous comedians in the world is a big fan of the Seahawks, largely because of his friend Pete Carroll.Rainn Wilson: The superstar actor for his role as Dwight Shrute in the comedy series “The Office” is a faithful fan of the Seahawks, as is singer Macklemore. His love for the franchise is due to the fact that he is from Seattle and like Joel McHale, Wilson studied at the University of Washington.
How many Super Bowls have the Seattle Seahawks won?
So far, the Seahawks have played in three Super Bowls and have won only one.
Super Bowl XL (2006): Seattle’s first Super Bowl appearance came in the 2005 season. The team, led by Mike Holmgren, fell 21-10 to the Pittsburgh Steelers.Super Bowl XLVIII (2014): The rematch came in 2014 where the Seahawks dominated from start to finish against the Denver Broncos, winning by a resounding 43-8
Super Bowl XLIX (2015): A year after winning their first Vince Lombardi Trophy, Seattle returned to the Super Bowl, this time facing the New England Patriots in a final that ended 28-24 in favor of the Patriots. It was a game that is remembered for one of the most memorable plays in NFL history: Malcolm Butler’s interception at the 1-yard line, after a pass from Russell Wilson
Some of the most famous artists who support the New England Patriots
Mark Wahlberg: One of the most famous singers and actors in the world is a big fan of Tom Brady’s former team
Jon Bon Jovi: The award-winning rock singer is a staunch Patriots fan and has a great friendship with franchise owner Robert Kraft, who actually gave the singer two legitimate Super Bowl rings as a reward for his loyalty.
Matt Damon: The world-renowned actor for his role in the film Jason Bourne is also a big fan of the Patriots, as are many celebrities such as John Krasinski, Elton John and Steven Tyler, to name a few.
How many Super Bowls have the New England Patriots won?
Tom Brady played nine Super Bowls with the Patriots, winning six of them. Together with Bill Belichick as head coach, he led the franchise. The Brady-Belichick duo also set records for most Super Bowl appearances (nine together) for a coach and quarterback.
the Super Bowl editions in which Brady and Bill Belichick were crowned champions were:
- Super Bowl XXXVI (2002): Patriots 20, Rams 17
- Super Bowl XXXVIII (2004): Patriots 32, Panthers 29
- Super Bowl XXXIX (2005): Patriots 24, Eagles 21
- Super Bowl XLIX (2015): Patriots 28, Seahawks 24
- Super Bowl LI (2017): Patriots 34, Falcons 28 (overtime)
- Super Bowl LIII (2019): Patriots 13, Rams 3
There is no doubt that the Patriots will be looking to come out on top once again against the Seahawks.
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