EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsThe first Saturday in May means it's time for the Kentucky Derby, one of horse racing's grandest events of all time.Accordingly, there are no shortage of luminaries that have attended the race at Churchill Downs through the years. Oftentimes, it's a group of teammates that go together, similar to Tom Brady and the New England Patriots in 2019. Last year, Simone Biles and her husband, Jonathan Owens, were among the big names to be in attendance.The 152nd edition in 2026 has more of the same top athletes taking in the race. Here's a look at who will be at "Greatest Two Minutes In Sports," and some notable names who have taken in the Kentucky Derby in the past.2026Bill Belichick, Jordon HudsonThe North Carolina Tar Heels football coach and his girlfriend made an appearance at the 2026 Derby.Sue BirdRecently retired, the WNBA legend went with a clean white look.Von MillerMiller wore a fresh blue suit with white shoes and shirt, topped by a matching blue hat.Danica McKellar and Melissa Joan HartThese two 90's TV icons went all-in on the Derby's tradition of outrageous hats.2025Simone Biles, Jonathan OwensBiles and her husband, now a safety for the Indianapolis Colts, took in the Derby with matching purple outfits.Livvy DunneThe former LSU gymnast had a polka-dot look at Churchill Downs.Carmelo AnthonyThe Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer opted for a classic newsboy cap with a double-breasted jacket.D'Angelo RussellRussell went for sleek button up and no jacket alongside his fiance, Laura Ivaniukas.2024Travis KelceKelce had a clean look on as he took in the race.Aaron Rodgers, Davante AdamsThe former Green Bay Packers and New York Jets teammates attended the Barnstable Brown Gala alongside Jimmy Graham (second left), AJ Hawk (right) and David Bakhtiari (front left), among others.Emmitt SmithThe Hall of Fame running back's jacket included special photos on the inside of it.2023Patrick, Brittany MahomesThe three-time Super Bowl champion wore a plaid jacket and shades to the Derby with his wife, Brittany.Peyton ManningManning rocked a jacket with colors similar to those of the Denver Broncos, where he spent his final four seasons.2022Michael PhelpsColors were on point for the record 23-time Olympic gold medalist and his wife, Nicole Johnson.Bianca Belair, Montez FordThe WWE superstars came dressed to impress at Churchill Downs.Will LevisThen a junior at Kentucky, Levis rocked a tie with colors similar to that of the Wildcats' blue.2019Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, Danny AmendolaBrady and Amendola posed alongside their former Patriots coach, with Belichick's former partner, Linda Holliday, also posing.Baker MayfieldMayfield sported a beard with his future wife, Emily.2017Justin Rose2013 U.S. Open winner Justin Rose took in the Derby with his wife, Kate.Tom Brady, David OrtizTwo Boston sports legends made sure to snap a photo together at Churchill Downs.2016Lindsey VonnLegendary Alpine ski racer Lindsey Vonn documented her Derby experience by taking a picture with her phone.
