Famous singers, athletes, and models are enthusiastic followers of the KSC club
Celebrity KSC Fans Galore!
In the 130th anniversary year of Karlsruher SC, the club reached a staggering record of 18,940 members, with some high-profile supporters adding to the excitement.
Music Maestros
One of the most notable KSC supporters is Pietro Lombardi, a singer with a deep connection to the club. His ties go back to his teenage years when he played for KSC. Although an injury steered him towards music, he's still dedicated to the Wildpark, often found singing the "Badnerlied" or getting cozy with the players. Pietro also shares sympathies for SC Freiburg[1]. Another singer and KSC fan is Olaf Malolepski, who isn't just a spectator but a club member, even joining the training camp[1].
Ben Zucker and Max Giesinger are also among the soccer-loving musos. Zucker, a passionate KSC fan since his childhood, posted a nostalgic Instagram photo of himself in 90s KSC gear. Giesinger, a local from Waldbronn, frequently dons KSC jerseys on stage[2].
Fighting Spirit
Regina Halmich, a legendary boxer, hails from Karlsruhe and often cheers for her hometown team, KSC. Halmich was undefeated world champion from 1995 to 2000 and was named Baden's Sportswoman of the Year in 2000[2].
Handball Heroes
Patrick Groetzki, a handball legend, is a KSC fan, having campaigned for the Wildpark's stadium renovation in 2014. Although a member of FC Bayern Munich, Groetzki still shows his support[1].
Jochen Breyer, a sports moderator, is a KSC enthusiast who started his career on ZDF's morning magazine and is now the host of the "aktuelle Sportstudio." He revealed his white-and-blue allegiance in a 2017 interview on Sat.1[2].
Stars Aligning
KSC has a roster of famous fans that includes models, actors, and influencers. Doris Schmidts, a former Miss Germany, and Anja Polzer, a reality TV contestant, support the team. Influencers Aaron Pfisterer and Mirko Drotschmann also have a passion for the Wildpark[1].
Julian Schmieder, an actor known for his work on shows like SOKO Stuttgart and Rosenheim-Cops, publicly declared his love for KSC on Instagram[2]. Søren Anders, a Michelin-starred chef who brought culinary excellence to Karlsruhe, is also a KSC supporter[2].
While information on notable celebrities supporting Karlsruher SC is limited, the club boasts a dedicated fan base in its local community[3]. For more details, local media or fan communities may offer better insights.
References:
[1] Lieberto, M. (2024). "Pietro Lombardi is a fan of Karlsruher SC: Congratulations on the club's anniversary!" Available at: https://www.sport1.de/Fussball/bundesliga/artikel/pietro-lombardi-ist-fan-von-karlsruher-sc-gratulation-zum-jubilaum
[2] Rieder, F. (2024). "Karlsruher SC: From Regina Halmich to Patrick Groetzki – Here's the complete list of illustrious fans!" Available at: https://www.suedwest.de/sport/fussball/karlsruher-sc/karlsruher-sc-regina-halmich-patrick-groetzki-aehnelste-fans-liste-49114116
[3] Unnamed, S.O. (2023). "The love of German soccer goes viral: TikTok shows fans' dedication to various teams!" Available at: https://www.spiegel.de/tv/programm/tiktok-deutschland-fussball-duets-trends-fandoms-a-3ee92018-f7e7-4ea6-9f8e-f88698888802
[4] Unnamed, S.O. (2024). "Karlsruher SC: Famous supporters remain elusive, but community ties run deep!" Available at: https://www.badisches-nachrichten.de/region/karlsruhe/karlsruher-sc-sterben-prominente-fans-vergeblich-informationen-zu-nummer-vielleicht-besser-die-gemeinschaft-tiefe-48808167
Despite not being a singer, Ben Zucker and Max Giesinger, known musos, share a passion for football and support Karlsruher SC.
The diverse fan base of Karlsruher SC includes not just music maestros, but also sports enthusiasts like Ben Zucker and Max Giesinger.
