Newcastle United may not be a global powerhouse just yet but they boast a fan base that stretches far beyond the banks of the River Tyne. Despite decades of failure - which came to a joyous end at Wembley in March - those of a black-and-white persuasion are steadfast in their pride towards the club.
A black-and-white wave flocks to St James’ Park to roar on the Magpies every fortnight. While most, ourselves included, prefer to mingle with the masses, some have the fortunate honour of sitting in with the rich and famous.
Tyneside is home to many household stars but everyone, rich, poor, black or white, is bound by a common love: the football club. Those in the public eye can regularly be seen in executive boxes acting just as passionately as the Gallowgate End.
But who tops the rich list? And how many could be placed in the “glory seeker” category? NewcastleWorld has profiled the top 10 based on reported net worth.
5. Jimmy Nail (estimated net worth = £1million)
The 'Auf Wiedersehen, Pet' star is another long-standing fan of Newcastle United, having been born in the city in 1954. Photo: Neilson Barnard
6. Matt Hancock (estimated net worth = £1-2million)
Former health secretary Matt Hancock gained notoriety during the coronavirus pandemic and is a Newcastle United supporter thanks to his ‘uncle Dave’. He claims to have attended matches at St James’s Park in his younger years. Photo: Hollie Adams
7. Abhisit Vejjajiva (estimated net worth = £1.8million)
Another politician, albeit one who does the majority of his work far from these shores. Vejjajiva is a former Prime Minister in Thailand, but was born in Newcastle. He declared his support for the Toon Army in 2008. Photo: LILLIAN SUWANRUMPHA
8. Chris Dobey (estimated net worth = £1-5million)
Dobey reached the quarter-finals of the PDC World Darts Championship earlier this year and earned himself a place in the Premier League - one he has grabbed with both hands. Dobey has been spotted at away games following his beloved Newcastle United. Photo: Luke Walker