Celebrities Spotted in New Orleans

Simone Biles performed at the US Gymnastics Championships at the Smoothie King Center — her triumphant return to competition after her courageous withdrawal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

Simone Biles2023-08

Janet Jackson performed her Together Again Tour at Smoothie King Center — the pop legend's first major tour in years proved she remains one of R&B's most spectacular live performers.

Janet Jackson2023-04

Kendrick Lamar headlined the Super Bowl LIX halftime show at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans — a triumphant performance celebrating his cultural dominance after the Drake feud.

Kendrick Lamar2025-02

Lizzo performed at the Smoothie King Center during her Special Tour.

Lizzo2023-06

Kendrick Lamar headlined the Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show in New Orleans — one of the most critically acclaimed halftime performances in NFL history.

Kendrick Lamar2025-02

Lil Wayne is a die-hard New Orleans native who regularly attends Pelicans games at the Smoothie King Center — Weezy's loyalty to his hometown is as deep as his music catalogue.

Lil Wayne2023-03

Morgan Freeman narrated the Super Bowl XLVII opening ceremony at the Superdome in New Orleans — the voice of God lending his unmistakable authority to one of American sport's grandest stages.

Morgan Freeman2013-02

Bourbon Street's legendary Creole institution open since 1905 — Harry Connick Jr, who was born and raised in New Orleans, has been photographed dining at this beloved hometown restaurant many times.

Harry Connick Jr2023-07

Garden District's iconic Creole fine dining landmark since 1893 — Anthony Mackie, who was born and raised in New Orleans, has been photographed at this beloved institution on visits to his hometown.

Anthony Mackie2023-02

Tremé's legendary Creole restaurant and civil rights gathering place since 1941 — Lil Wayne, who grew up in New Orleans's Hollygrove neighborhood, has been photographed at this historic institution on home visits.

Lil Wayne2023-08

New Orleans's legendary Creole restaurant on Orleans Avenue, a landmark of the civil rights era and soul food tradition — Zion Williamson, who plays for the New Orleans Pelicans, has been photographed at this city institution.

Zion Williamson2023-11

The French Quarter's celebrated American gastropub in a 19th-century Chartres Street building — Alvin Kamara, the Saints running back who has become a New Orleans icon, has been photographed at this beloved local institution.

Alvin Kamara2023-08