The 2025 US Open produced wonderful tennis delivered a front-row procession of Hollywood, fashion, and sports royalty as well. Power couples, style icons, the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center stands became a stage unto themselves.
This year’s tournament, which begins on August 24, has already seen a sparkling lineup of actors, sportspeople, designers, and cultural stars. Competition is fierce on the court, but the vibes in the stands are no less electric, with celebs gracing the event with flair and attendance that will be etched in memory.
Here are some of the highlight celebrity moments that have made this year’s US Open an event one could not afford to miss half sport, half celebrity.
1. Alec Baldwin’s Courtside Commentary in cartoon style
Alec Baldwin brought his trademark expressiveness to the Djokovic vs. Learner Tien match, wildly flailing his arms between points. Quick with a quip and ever willing with a zinger, Baldwin’s courtside seat brought a splash of showmanship to the night. Sitting alongside him on this evening were other fellow enthusiasts CC Sabathia and Justin Tuck, forming a mini row of all-stars themselves.
The actual play was already high-drama Novak Djokovic opening night win but Baldwin’s answers had cameras cutting to the stands repeatedly. His presence solidified the US Open as a haven for personalities who create attention even beyond the court.
2. Anna Wintour and Vera Wang’s Fashion Power Play
When Vogue’s global editorial director Anna Wintour and Vera Wang sit together, fashion hangs in the balance. They both were caught gawking at Djokovic’s interaction with Tien, a reminder to the world that the US Open is half catwalk, half tournament.
Wintour, who has been a tennis devotee for decades, was essentially an extension of the US Open visual brand, while Wang’s courtside look was a masterclass in understated fashion. Both of them were the epitome of the event’s fusion of sport and high fashion.
3. Trinity Rodman’s Sweet Support for Ben Shelton
US women’s national soccer star Trinity Rodman trended for her courtside fashion: a custom “Shelton” sweatpant, as she watched boyfriend Ben Shelton play Ignacio Buse. It was close and up-front, showing how the US Open is also a stage for close, off-court moments of sport idols.
Rodman’s visit was also a demonstration of the event’s crossover appeal, where the best athletes in other sports join him in solidarity with one another, blurring spectator/fellow competitor boundaries.
4. Jeff Goldblum’s Effortless Menswear Moment
Jeff Goldblum, accompanied by wife Emilie Livingston, turned the Madison Keys vs. Renata Zarazua match into a masterclass in laid-back style. Goldblum’s beige trousers and high-top Margiela sneakers was a nod to the laid-back, bohemian dress code of the US Open compared to the stuffiness of Wimbledon.
Goldblum’s fashion habituated one to a hum, and that would not be different tonight. His outfit was in tune with the tournament’s image as the “funkier cousin” of the Grand Slam family.
5. John Mulaney and Olivia Munn’s Polished Pairing
Comedian John Mulaney and Olivia Munn joined forces with a lean, organized ensemble for their Day Two adventure. They did courtside chic in understated yet refined tones, proof that subtlety can be as eye-catching.
Their appearance brought a golden, Hollywood romance to the stands to balance out the sporty competitiveness on court with a more glamorous and softer touch.
6. Rory McIlroy’s Show of Support for Venus Williams
Golfing sensation Rory McIlroy was there to see Venus Williams’ first-round match as well, providing cross-code respect among sport’s biggest stars. His visit was being talked about not just because of the crossover appeal, but also because it was the real deal when it came to respect.
McIlroy’s low-key appearance kept on-court play by Williams in the limelight, but his visit wasn’t missed by fans and observers.
7. Lisa Leslie’s WNBA Legacy in the Stands
Cubic WNBA legend Lisa Leslie was in attendance for Day Two of the tournament, providing yet another layer of athletic heft to the spectators. Her appearance brought to mind the close affinities between professional sports fan bases.
Leslie’s court-level cool was a testament to her game-day composure as a competitor, and she remains an accessible role model for female athletes.
8. Cool Factor of Michael Imperioli
Actor Michael Imperioli, best known for his role in The Sopranos, brought a dose of New York cool to Day Two. His understated style and relaxed demeanor fit seamlessly into the US Open’s casual-chic vibe.
Imperioli’s appearance tapped into the tournament’s appeal as a cultural event where TV and film stars mingle effortlessly with athletes and fans.
9. A Star-Studded Opening Day
The initial lone day established the tone for an A-list tournament featuring Tina Knowles, Spike Lee, Victor Cruz, and Chelsea Handler just a few of the celebrities spotted in attendance. They each contributed their own style of charm, ranging from Lee’s signature courtside swagger to Cruz’s street swagger.
As the tournament continues, the personality cocktail guarantees more front-page moments, keeping the US Open audience as colorful as the matches themselves.
The 2025 US Open has once again proven that it’s not quite a tennis tournament it’s a cultural crossroads where sport and celebrity intersect with fashion. And if a front-row designer, a spectator who gives loud cheers for someone else, or a Hollywood celebrity who makes waves with his side-line commentary of the game, these are moments that inject a level of intensity into the game. And before the event is even released, the best is yet to come.
