14 Celebrities You’d Never Guess Are Avid Hunters

Some of Hollywood’s biggest names prefer the rugged freedom of the great outdoors away from the cameras and red carpets. These stars have developed a genuine passion for hunting, whether as a family tradition, a way to connect with nature or simply an escape from the pressures of fame. Here are 14 celebrities you’d never guess are avid hunters.

Avril Lavigne

Avril Lavigne is more than just the Pop-Punk Queen. Her fearless attitude is on display both in her music and her adventures outdoors, proving she’s as bold as she is talented. Her enthusiasm for hunting with her father and brother as a teenager reportedly played a role in catching the eye of her first manager, as reported by OutdoorHub.

Kurt Russell

Kurt Russell is not only an actor renowned for his legendary film roles but is also an avid outdoorsman. Raised with a love for hunting and fishing, Russell often disappears into the wilderness, where he finds a sense of peace. He’s openly discussed being an avid elk hunter who values preparing his own meat as part of his family’s wilderness traditions, according to Fox News.

Jewel

As a singer-songwriter known for her introspective lyrics, Jewel also draws inspiration from the natural world. Growing up in Alaska instilled in her a deep appreciation for self-sufficiency and outdoor pursuits. Her background gives her a genuine connection to the land, making hunting a natural extension of her lifestyle. She credits her subsistence childhood on an off-grid Alaskan homestead with no running water or electricity for keeping her grounded throughout her career, per Fox News.

Eva Longoria

Eva Longoria is widely admired for her dynamic career and advocacy work. While not traditionally known as a hunter, she has spoken about her roots and outdoor adventures. Eva isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty, embodying a spirit of resilience and adaptability just as she does in her acting projects. Raised on a family ranch in Corpus Christi, she reportedly began handling firearms around age four and grew up chasing deer, turkey and other game across Texas, as reported by OutdoorHub.

Miranda Lambert

Country superstar Miranda Lambert is renowned not just for her chart-topping songs, but also for her strong connection to rural life. Hunting is a family tradition for Miranda, and she’s known to cherish time spent in the fields. Her love for the outdoors shines through both in her music and her lifestyle. She’s said ex-husband Blake Shelton taught her to bow hunt early in their relationship, and shooting a wild turkey became one of their Thanksgiving traditions, according to Yahoo Food.

Blake Shelton

Blake Shelton‘s Oklahoma roots run deep, and he takes immense pride in living off the land. For Shelton, hunting is more than a pastime; it’s a way to stay grounded and close to nature. Whether on stage or in the wild, he brings authenticity to everything he does. He’s said he realized by age 14 that country music and the outdoors were his two great passions in life, as reported by Parade.

Luke Bryan

Famed for his infectious country hits, Luke Bryan is also a proud hunter who celebrates rural traditions. Farm life, fishing and hunting all play a big role in his off-stage identity, which he shares with fans. His energetic personality transitions seamlessly from the concert to the great outdoors. He’s said hunting was simply a way of life passed down from his father growing up in rural Georgia, per American Shooting Journal.

Jason Aldean

Jason Aldean is a fixture in the world of country music, but his love for hunting is equally well-known. Raised in Georgia, he grew up learning the ins and outs of the sport. The peace he finds in the woods balances his otherwise hectic life in the spotlight. He’s said his love of the woods began as an 11-year-old tagging along with his father and grandfather on Thanksgiving deer hunts in Georgia, according to CMT.

Chris Pratt

Hollywood leading man Chris Pratt is as comfortable with a fishing pole as he is on the red carpet. His passion for hunting and the outdoors is a key part of who he is, often sharing his excitement for nature’s bounty with his fans. For Pratt, hunting is about respect, conservation and enjoying the simple things in life. He’s said his obsession with big game hunting took hold after he moved to Utah for a television role in the early 2000s, per Snopes.

Brad Paisley

Brad Paisley mixes melodic tunes with a love for America’s heartland and hunting is a cherished tradition in his life. When he’s not touring, you’ll often find him outdoors, embracing the tranquility of the hunt. His appreciation for rural lifestyles shows through both his music and his hobbies. He’s said early fishing trips with his father and grandfather on the Ohio River near his West Virginia hometown sparked memories he still cherishes, as reported by Bassmaster.

Donald Trump Jr.

Donald Trump Jr. is one of the most outspoken hunters in celebrity circles. He often shares his enthusiasm for hunting around the world, emphasizing conservation and the thrill of the chase. Trump Jr. blends his public life with his love for the great outdoors at every opportunity. He and his brother Eric Trump have described themselves as outdoorsmen who were raised hunting and fishing by their grandfather, according to ABC News.

Kid Rock

Rockstar and crossover country artist Kid Rock is renowned for living life on his own terms, which includes being a dedicated outdoorsman. Hunting and fishing are pastimes he’s embraced for years, often referencing them in his music. His wild energy translates naturally from the stage to the woods. He’s shared numerous hunting trophy photos over the years, including big game taken in Texas, Mississippi, and beyond, per Whiskey Riff.

Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Auto racing legend Dale Earnhardt Jr. carries on a family tradition of appreciating the outdoors. Away from the fast-paced racetrack, he likes to slow down and enjoy hunting trips, sharing those moments with friends and fans. It’s a grounding ritual that keeps him close to his roots. He served as honorary chair of National Hunting and Fishing Day in 2018 and remains an avid elk hunter to this day, according to the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.

Madonna

Pop icon Madonna briefly embraced traditional country pursuits while living at Ashcombe House, the English estate she shared with then-husband Guy Ritchie. She participated in pheasant shooting and hosted shooting parties, but later abandoned the activity after becoming uncomfortable with injuring the birds. “I don’t shoot anymore,” she told Vogue in 2005, making her better described as a former recreational hunter than a current avid one.