From sports stars to TV personalities and musicians to local heroes, the Black Cats have a number of famous fans – including some surprising and international names.
Over the years, we have seen many celebrities come out and publicly announce their support of the Wearside club. Here, we take a look at 20 surprising famous faces who support Sunderland AFC:
17. Mark Webber
Here's a surprising one... the Formula One driver claimed on his official website that he supported Sunderland, but has also claimed to support Manchester United! We'll claim him, though. Photo: Samo Vidic
18. Jordan Pickford
Link Jordan Henderson, Jordan Pickford is a Sunderland fan having grown up in the area and come through the club's academy before moving on. Photo: Naomi Baker
19. Brian Clough
Although Clougie was born a Middlesbrough supporter, there's no doubt that Old Big 'Ed had a massive soft spot for Sunderland after playing at Roker Park in the 1950s. Indeed, in 1961, he said: “The happiest time I ever spent in a football club, including when I was manager of league champions was when I played for Sunderland...” Photo: Graham Wood
20. Jill Scott
The former Monkwearmouth School pupil came through the ranks at Sunderland and has talked about attending games at the Stadium of Light. Scott won the European Championships with England last summer and was recently crowned Queen of the jungle after winning ITV's I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here. Photo: James Chance