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.
9. Asim Chaudhry (estimated net worth = £1-5million)
Chaudhry is another celebrity that, despite not being from the local area, is a Newcastle United supporter. Like many before him, a combination of the 1990’s, memorable kits and Alan Shearer was enough to make the comedian and writer a Magpies supporter for life. Photo: ISABEL INFANTES
10. Steve Harmison (estimated net worth = £1-5million)
The former England cricketer often appears on TalkSport to offer his opinion on all things Newcastle United. Photo: Paul Gilham
11. Cameron Norrie (estimated net worth = £3-5million)
The Wimbledon star claims to be a Newcastle United fan despite being born in South Africa. He even accepted Mehrdad Ghodoussi’s offer to come and attend a match at St James’s Park this season. Photo: Buda Mendes
12. Gabby Logan (estimated net worth = £3-5million)
Despite Logan’s father being former Leeds United and Coventry City midfielder Terry Yorath, the TV presenter became a Newcastle United fan after moving to Durham for University. Photo: Marc Atkins