Britney Spears
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| Britney Spears at the Beach with Family |
Britney Spears will forever be the queen of pop in the eyes of millions of millennials, but residents of Destin, Florida in the late 90s knew her simply as "neighbor". Brit bought a Gulf side mansion in East Destin situated directly on the beach, and it didn't take long for Destin locals to figure out they were sharing the same beaches, roads, and wal-mart as the "oops I did it again" singer! It's not known if Spears still owns a home in Destin, but locals and guests have spotted Britney and the rest of the Spears family around town over the past few years.
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Keith Urban
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| American Idol Judge Keith Urban loves Destin, Florida! |
The self-made country music megastar has frequented Destin, Florida for decades. According to "Destin Steve" at destinsteve.blogspot.com, Urban lived just outside Destin in Fort Walton Beach before hitting it big in the 90s. More recently, the American Idol judge has been spotted boating at Crab Island in Destin's Choctawhatchee Bay, dining at the Boathouse Oyster Bar in the Destin Harbor, and even hopping on stage with local musicians to give audiences a real musical treat!
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Emeril Lagasse
| Emeril Lagasse in his Florida Home - www.southflorida.com |
BAM! Now this guy knows how to live!! Lagasse owns multiple homes across the country including digs in New Orleans, New York, and his full time residence on the Florida Emerald Coast. Originally "Food Network Star" Lagasse owned a small beach house in Destin, FL, but Mimi Read at Veranda.com reports that in 2011 Emeril upgraded to a true beach mansion in Seaside, Florida, just a short drive from Destin. Emeril Lagasse and his family are seen regularly dining at the best Destin restaurants, shopping, and participating in Emeril's favorite past-time, Deep Sea Fishing!
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Jerry Jones
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| Jerry Jones spends plenty of time in his Santa Rosa Beach home - usatoday.com |
Dallas Cowboy's owner Jerry Jones is among the area's most prestigious homeowners. His mansion in Santa Rosa Beach was built by the region's top builders, and Dallas Cowboy's shirts and hats were presented to every workers as a reward for a job well done! Jones is frequently spotted around town with family and friends, and never fails to stun with his impressive private jet typically parked at the Destin Airport.
Chris Parnell
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| Chris Parnell in "Anchorman" - pyxurz.blogspot.com |
First hand accounts put this legendary funnyman at restaurants and attractions throughout Destin, Florida. Parnell is most famous for his hilarious characters acted out on Saturday Night Live, and hundreds of movies and TV shows including Dr. Leo Spaceman on NBC's 30 Rock. The SNL alum is rumored to be a recurring vacationer, and based on local opinion, gives off nothing but friendly vibes to star-struck fans.
Along with spots on House Hunters, the Crocodile Hunter, and Real Housewives, some of Hollywood's top films were shot in the Destin area! Discover some of the most popular movies filmed in Destin, Florida!
Mike Huckabee
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| Mike Huckabee chatting up Destin residents - talkingpointsmemo.com |
This newly minted Floridian is a political superstar, with a long run as the Governor of Arkansas, a successful media career, and multiple attempts at the presidency. Huckabee purchased a million dollar beach mansion in Blue Mountain Beach, a small beach community on the east border of Destin. Stories from Destin locals place Mike and family at famous Destin restaurants and attractions including certain spots in the Destin Harbor. Since setting up residence in Florida, the former Governor has raved about the Panhandle's laid back atmosphere, delicious food, and love of college football!
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You'll never know who's soaking up rays in the world-famous Destin, Florida! As the list of celebrity visitors grows, be sure to keep an eye out on your next beach vacation. For all the info you need to plan a star-searching Destin trip, visit tripshock.com's Destin Travel Information including low prices on dozens of activities, attractions, and tours.