The South Sydney Rabbitohs- Russel Crowe
Russel Crowe bought a losing national rugby team in 2006. The team was South Sydney Rabbitohs and Crowe bought it for $3 Million with the determination to turn its losing streak around. However, that dream did not come true when they came the bottom of the table and lost $4.2 million the very next year.
The Miami Dolphins- Serena And Venus Williams
The Williams sisters are legends when it comes to tennis. They have been dominating the sport for almost twenty years now. Their purchase of a football team, however, surprised the world when it was announced. They said they grew up watching the team play so buying it was a logical thing.
The Tacoma Rainiers- Nick Lachey
Nick Lachey is absolutely crazy about baseball and anyone who follows him knows that. SO it was no surprise when in 2006 he announced he was purchasing an ownership stake in the Tacoma Rainiers. His ownership grew significantly in 2012 and he now owns one-third of the team.
Chicago Sky- Michelle Williams
Destiny’s child star, Michelle Williams, is a popular face for the memories she has given the audience of the girl band. In 2006 she announced that she has purchased a minority stake in the WNBA Sky basketball team in Illinois. It makes sense as it is her home state and she has memories of watching the team play when she was younger.
The New York Mets- Bill Maher
Political commentator and world-renowned comedian, Bill Maher, owns a stake in the New York Mets which he purchased in the year 2012. Maher has been attached to the New York Mets ever since he was a little boy. Being born in New York and raised in New Jersey, he sees the purchase as a smart investment.
Watford Football Club- Sir Elton John
Sir Elton John is a wizard when it comes to the music he creates. He is a face that is known across the globe as a musician with magic in his voice. He purchased a stake in the Watford Football Cup years ago. He also has been made the President of the club for life as an honorary position.