6 Places In Mississippi Where You're Most Likely To Spot A Celebrity
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Daniella DiRienzo
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Let’s face it, here in Mississippi spotting a celebrity is pretty rare; however, there are some locations in the state where your chances are a bit higher than usual. Just where are these so-called locations, you ask? Check out the list below to find out!
Turns out this barbecue restaurant isn’t only popular among the locals. Over the years, Leatha’s has fed numerous celebrities and the proof is in the photos of famous visitors that are displayed on the restaurant’s walls. One celebrity that just can’t get enough of Leatha’s? None other than Brett Favre who is described as a "fixture" at the local favorite. Other celebrity diners include Christian Slater, B.B. King, and Matt Lauer.
Where better to spot a celebrity than at a celebrity-owned club? That’s right, Academy-Award winning actor Morgan Freeman is part owner of this Clarksdale Blues Club, which means the chances of spotting the Delta-native are pretty good.
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The annual Gulf Coast festival attracts respected artists from both the music and film industries. Past guests have included Burt Reynolds, Kevin Costner, Gregg Allman, and Wes Benton, making this festival a great place to watch for stars.
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A former pre-law student at Ole Miss, Chef Kelly English has returned to his southern roots. The celebrity chef, who owns two renowned restaurants in Memphis, partnered with Biloxi’s Harrah’s Casino in order to open the Magnolia House restaurant. So, there’s a chance that some of his famous fans will stop by to enjoy his delicious southern-style cooking.
Brad Arnold, the lead singer of 3 Doors Down, is originally from Mississippi, so it should come as no surprise that he owns a home in Brandon. And with a street name and city, you’re one step closer to catching a glimpse of the famous singer - even if it makes you look a bit like a stalker.
Okay, this may be a bit general but seeing as how the town is becoming a hot spot for filming movies, Canton is an ideal spot for some celebrity-watching.
Have you spotted a famous face at any of these places? Or, do you know of somewhere else in the state where a celebrity sighting is likely? Tell us in the comments section below. And if you have any pictures be sure to share them!
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