8 Celebrities That Call Sarasota Home
Like butterflies to a flame…is it the multi-million-dollar Sarasota real estate overlooking glistening bays, the powdery strips of uninhabited beaches, or the serene sophistication of art, culture, and cuisine? We can’t say for certain what draws the rich and famous to Sarasota, but one thing is clear – celebrities love it here.
From award-winning songwriters to talk show hosts, many stars call southwest Florida their home. We’ve compiled a list of the area’s most notable residents, past and present.
- Stephen King
Perhaps one of the most well-known residents of Sarasota, author Stephen King resides in a private $8.9 million estate on the exclusive Casey Key. King and his wife, Tabitha, bought the home back in 2001. Shortly thereafter, they purchased a second home on the island for $2.2 million.
- Dick Vitale
Sports fans may recognize prestigious Lakewood Ranch resident, Dick Vitale. The former NBA coach and ESPN broadcaster is now a prominent name in the community. Residents are known to support his famous charity work and annual gala.
- Jeffrey Vinik
The Tampa Bay Lightning are a professional hockey team based out of Tampa, FL. Owner of the Lightning team, Jeffrey Vinik, spends most weekends on his St. Armands Circle estate. Vinik notably took over the hockey team in 2010.The Lightning have won two Stanley Cup Finals in 2004 and 2020.
- Brian Johnson
Can we get a nod from all the AC/DC fans there? Brian Johnson, the lead singer of that notorious band, is a resident of Bird Key, located just over the John Ringling Bridge.
- Mick Jagger
Another big-time rockstar, Mick Jagger of the Rolling Stones recently purchased a home in The Lake Club of Lakewood Ranch for his girlfriend, Melanie Hamrick, and their son.
- Garth Brooks & Trisha Yearwood
Garth Brooks’ Nashville firm was observed purchasing a beach resort on Anna Maria Island. The resort was recently sold for almost $9 million.
- Jerry Springer
Television addicts rejoice! Jerry Springer from “The Jerry Springer Show” resides on Bird Key in Sarasota. The host of this most notable 90s talk show is often spotted out and about, perusing St. Armands Circle and surrounding spots.
- Nik Wallenda
With ties to Sarasota’s rich circus history, Nik Wallenda is world-famous for his televised, jaw-dropping stunts. Nik and his family are long-time residents of the area and practice frequently at the local circus facilities.
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