The 150th edition of the Kentucky Derby 2024 has brought together the crème de la crème from around the world for The Run for the Roses at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. As 20 fierce horses vie for the $5 million purse, the stands are gearing up to host worldwide icons. Travis Kelce, Madeline Carter, Jimmy Fallon, Jack Harlow, Lisa Leslie, Michael Jordan, Madison Marsh, Aaron Rodgers, Alex Cooper, Chris Tucker, and Wynonna Judd are all set to grace the biggest race of the year.
With hopes high for a horse racing spectacle, the celebrities are gearing up to bring their A-game in fashion. Expect to see cowboy suave, dapper tuxedos, and hats that steal the show. Women will be adorned in gorgeous headgear, miniature hats, and hair accessories embellished with feathers, flowers, beads, or lace. Paired with summery, flowy dresses, their outfits are perfect for a Louisville Saturday. Let’s see what these icons will be sporting!
Who wore what at the 2024 Kentucky Derby?
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Earlier today, Madeline Carter, The Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter at WLKY, teased the excitement, saying, “DERBY DAY RED CARPET! We’re expecting some BIG NAMES to arrive for #KentuckyDerby150… it’s possible we’ll see Travis Kelce, Bruno Mars, and Martha Stewart! The big question of the weekend… will TAYLOR SWIFT walk the red carpet with Travis? I’ll let you know!”
DERBY DAY RED CARPET! 💕📸✨ We’re expecting some BIG NAMES to arrive for #KentuckyDerby150… it’s possible we’ll see Travis Kelce, Bruno Mars, and Martha Stewart! 🤩
The big question of the weekend… will TAYLOR SWIFT walk the red carpet with Travis? I’ll let you know! 😉 @WLKY pic.twitter.com/k0L9PoT1Gq
— Madeline Carter (@WLKYMadeline) May 4, 2024
And true to the anticipation, Travis Kelce, the football tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs and the doting boyfriend of pop queen Taylor Swift, has made an appearance at the Kentucky Derby! Kelce was spotted wearing a white buttoned suit with dapper style, perfectly completed with a suave hat. Though Miss Swift was seemingly missing near Kelce, fans have their fingers crossed for a surprise appearance.
Travis at the Kentucky Derby! pic.twitter.com/YtsXn841fT
— Travis Kelce Fan Page (@traviskelce_fan) May 4, 2024
Comedian, television host, actor, singer, writer, and producer Jimmy Fallon made a stylish entrance into the fashion world, sporting a crisp white suit paired with a baby blue shirt and a navy blue polka dot tie. His ensemble exuded sophistication with a playful twist, perfectly capturing the spirit of the Kentucky Derby.
JIMMY FALLON is here, and the crowd is freaking out!!! 🤩🤩🤩 #KentuckyDerby150 pic.twitter.com/CvPacIsCKt
— Madeline Carter (@WLKYMadeline) May 4, 2024
Wynonna Judd arrived at the 150th Kentucky Derby. The Kentucky native is set to perform the national anthem. She sported a white suit with a black tie and black lace details on her sleeves. She paired the look with a classy black hat, letting her ginger hair flow elegantly with black lining.
Wynonna Judd has arrived at the #KentuckyDerby 🌹 The Kentucky native will be performing the national anthem!@WLWT || #KentuckyDerby150 pic.twitter.com/N90rLNkEjL
— Lindsay Stone (@_LindsayStone) May 4, 2024
Kentucky native, rapper, and singer Jack Harlow, who stirred up the Derby with Drake last year, was once again spotted at the event. This year, he opted for a classy brown tweed suit, perfectly capturing the essence of the Kentucky Derby 2024 style. With his hair styled in a mohawk and sporting stylish black sunglasses, Harlow brought his signature flair to the event.
Jack Harlow has arrived at Churchill Downs!! pic.twitter.com/Y5f9YpV9Jp
— LEX 18 News (@LEX18News) May 4, 2024
Beyoncé’s mother, Tina Knowles, was also spotted at the star-studded event, bringing her elegant glamour in a burgundy power suit and a black hat.
Amazing seeing @Beyonce ‘s mother enjoying Louisville for #KentuckyDerby150 !!!! pic.twitter.com/9rCPleAMj0
— Marc Weinberg (@MarcWeinbergWX) May 4, 2024
WWE stars Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch were also spotted at Churchill Downs. Seth looked dapper in an orange check suit, while Becky wore a silver chrome bodycon dress paired with a futuristic chrome hat.
Seth Rollins rocking a new look today.
📸: @KHOLMESlive pic.twitter.com/S14EidiHvO
— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) May 4, 2024
Golf glamour queen Paige Spiranac also brightened up the stands of the American Grade I stakes race, wearing a peach and coral floral silk bodycon dress paired with an off-white hat. Her gorgeous gold locks were perfectly styled, cascading elegantly over one shoulder.
Who should I put my money on? #KentuckyDerby150 pic.twitter.com/pwojs9Vrmt
— Paige Spiranac (@PaigeSpiranac) May 4, 2024
In other celebrity sightings, Jameis Winston brought his trademark energy to the Kentucky Derby in 2024. He donned a stylish cream-brown hat and a dapper grey tuxedo with purple tints, wishing everyone a “Happy Derby Day.”
Jameis Winston bringing the energy as always at the Kentucky Derby. ⚡️#KyDerby pic.twitter.com/OqLWnH0Irz
— Sunday Night Football on NBC (@SNFonNBC) May 4, 2024
Miss America, Madison Marsh, graced the Derby scene in a dazzling ensemble: a vibrant mixed green, pink, and blue pointy tube dress, complemented by a pink hat adorned with flowers, feathers, and her Miss America sash.
There she is… Miss America, Madison Marsh! 👑 She swapped her crown for a fascinator, just for the Derby 😉 pic.twitter.com/VdoofVoOOj
— Madeline Carter (@WLKYMadeline) May 4, 2024
Candace Owens also brought her A-game to the first leg of the Triple Crown, stunning in a gorgeous red polka-dot blazer dress paired with a large white hat featuring a black-lined rim and a striking black bow.
Kentucky Derby 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/VWVdwe5tY1
— Candace Owens (@RealCandaceO) May 4, 2024
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The red carpet saw the who’s who of the celebrity world, with icons like Martha Stewart, Isiah Pacheco, Emmitt Smith, and Smokey Robinson making glamorous appearances. Martha Stewart made a stylish statement at the Kentucky Derby, wearing a classic cream blazer paired with a brown hat as she shared her love for Mint Juleps and her unique pronunciation of “Louie-ville”. Pop, the running back for the Kansas City Chiefs, made a stylish statement in a Louis Vuitton suit paired with diamond jewelry.
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It’s the Queen herself… MARTHA STEWART! 👒 She just told me she LOVES Mint Juleps. And apparently, she pronounces it “Louie-ville.” 😂 #KentuckyDerby150 pic.twitter.com/YbdtnsYuP1
— Madeline Carter (@WLKYMadeline) May 4, 2024