We have to shout out Torry Holt, Charlie Sanders, Julius Peppers, and the rest of the North Carolinaian NFL alumni for their contributions to the game, but we have to give the North Carolina NFL crown to Bruce Matthews for his uncanny durability. The 6'5, 305lbs, offensive lineman has played every position on the o-line from center to talckle to guard to long snapper, Matthews is a versatile as they come. The Hall of Famer played his collegiate ball at USC before being drafted 9th overall in the 1983 NFL Draft by the Houston Oilers.
Bruce played his entire nineteen-season career with the Houston Oilers who later relocated to Tennesee and rebranded themselves as the Titans. Of those nineteen seasons, Matthews only missed a total of three starts. Matthews was also a 14x Pro Bowler, 9x NFL All-Pro First Team selection, and included on the NFL 1990s All-Decade Team. When you stand the test of time playing such a violent sport from 1983 to 2001, you have to give someone like Bruce Matthews their flowers.
Whether celebrities are looking to be in the spotlight or escape the paparazzi, there are some popular vacation destinations that always seem to be frequented by the stars. Celeb spotting is a favorite pastime of many travelers, and you might be able to snag a photo or even an autograph when you visit these top celebrity vacation spots around the world. Although the price tags may be a bit higher in these destinations than your average budget getaway, these are some of the best celebrity vacation spots that you can start saving up to visit and enjoy the trip of a lifetime.
One of the classiest celebrity vacation spots in Europe is Mallorca, Spain. It’s known as a spot to be posh more than a spot to party. Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta Jones have a house here, and it’s been a favorite getaway for Gwenyth Paltrow. Some of the local favorites that boast the most celebrity sightings include the Wellies Restaurant and Bar, Puerto Portals, and Es Trenc Beach.
Saint Tropez is known for its amazing beaches and blissful landscapes. Celebrity couples like Beyoncé and Jay Z and David and Victoria Beckham have been spotted vacationing along these famous beaches. The Cote d’Azur seaport is a big draw for celebs here, as well as top beach clubs like Club 55.
Perhaps the most well-known celebrity that loves Lake Como is George Clooney. He has a villa with over a dozen rooms here so he can bring all his friends along to relax, get away, and party. Villa d’Este is another popular place celebrities choose to stay because of its attention to privacy. Just ask Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bette Midler, or Sylvester Stallone!
Sure, there are plenty of celebrities that call Sydney home year-around, but there are lots of others who like to visit for a surfing and sailing getaway. Sydney’s Bondi Beach has been a top vacation pick for Leonardo DiCaprio and Hugh Jackman, and some A-list accommodations are the InterContinental Hotel and the Park Hyatt in the Rocks.