Celebrities Spotted in Chicago

The Rolling Stones performed at Soldier Field in Chicago — a landmark concert venue on their world tour.

The Rolling Stones2023

Red Hot Chili Peppers performed at Grant Park in Chicago — a landmark concert venue on their world tour.

Red Hot Chili Peppers2023

John Mulaney performed at the Chicago Theatre — the city where he grew up and where he always draws his most enthusiastic audiences.

John Mulaney2023-09

The United Center in Chicago is Michael Jordan's spiritual home — the arena was nicknamed 'The House That Jordan Built' and features his iconic statue outside the main entrance.

Michael Jordan2023-11

Pearl Jam performed two sold-out Dark Matter Tour shows at Wrigley Field — the legendary baseball park becomes a rock arena when the Seattle grunge pioneers come to town.

Pearl Jam2023-08

BTS J-Hope became the first Korean solo artist to headline Lollapalooza — his 2022 set at Grant Park in Chicago made history and was a landmark moment for K-pop's global expansion.

BTS J-Hope2022-07

Stray Kids performed at United Center in Chicago on their 5-STAR world tour — the self-producing group's commanding stage presence and dance performances filled one of the Midwest's largest arenas.

Stray Kids2024-04

ATEEZ performed at United Center in Chicago — the 4th-gen K-pop group known for their theatrical performances and powerful fan connection ATINY sold out the iconic Chicago arena.

ATEEZ2024-04

Chappell Roan had a breakout Lollapalooza performance in 2024.

Chappell Roan2024-08

Jack Harlow performed at Lollapalooza 2022 in Grant Park.

Jack Harlow2022-07

Rosalía performed a stunning set at Lollapalooza in Chicago.

Rosalía2022-07

DEAN performed at Lollapalooza, showcasing Korean R&B to a global audience.

DEAN2019-08

Fall Out Boy performed at Wrigley Field in their hometown Chicago.

Fall Out Boy2023-08

BTS J-Hope became the first Korean solo artist to headline Lollapalooza.

BTS J-Hope2022-07

Taeyang performed at Lollapalooza Chicago, one of the first BIGBANG solo members to headline a major American festival stage.

Taeyang2023-08

Angel Reese debuted at Wintrust Arena for the Chicago Sky, instantly becoming one of the WNBA's biggest stars and most-watched players.

Angel Reese2024-06

Viola Davis attended a performance at the Steppenwolf Theatre in Chicago — the legendary ensemble company that has produced some of America's finest dramatic talent.

Viola Davis2022-06

Pearl Jam headlined Lollapalooza's return after COVID — Eddie Vedder leading an emotional comeback concert in Grant Park that reminded the world why Pearl Jam remains one of rock's greatest live acts.

Pearl Jam2021-07

Fleetwood Mac performed at United Center on their An Evening with Fleetwood Mac tour — their last major tour, a bittersweet farewell with new members filling the void left by Lindsey Buckingham's departure.

Fleetwood Mac2018-10

Barack Obama taught constitutional law at the University of Chicago Law School for twelve years — the future president shaping young legal minds on the South Side of Chicago before entering politics.

Barack Obama1996-09

Oprah Winfrey built her media empire from Harpo Studios in Chicago — the production complex she named after herself (Oprah backwards) where 25 years of The Oprah Winfrey Show were taped.

Oprah Winfrey2011-05

Ninja performed a live Fortnite DJ set at Lollapalooza in 2018 — the streamer-turned-cultural-phenomenon bringing gaming to a music festival audience and proving that esports had officially crossed into mainstream entertainment.

Ninja2018-08

The West Loop burger institution that inspired the world in which The Bear is set — Jeremy Allen White has been photographed dining at this Randolph Street classic while filming in Chicago.

Jeremy Allen White2023-09

Gold Coast's acclaimed fire-driven steakhouse — Angel Reese, the Chicago Sky WNBA star and cultural phenomenon, has been photographed dining at this celebrity favourite on her adopted home turf.

Angel Reese2023-08

Fulton Market's celebrated pork-and-oyster brasserie from Paul Kahan — Caleb Williams, the No. 1 overall draft pick and Chicago Bears quarterback, has been photographed discovering Chicago's acclaimed dining scene since joining the city.

Caleb Williams2024-08

Fulton Market's beloved restaurant from the Boka Group celebrating whole animals, whole fish and whole grains — Jeremy Allen White, who plays Carmy Berzatto in The Bear set in Chicago, has been photographed at this celebrated city institution.

Jeremy Allen White2023-11

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams celebrated with a late-night dinner at RPM Steak in River North after leading the team to its first playoff win in 15 years.

Caleb Williams2026-01