22 Celebrities Who Owned A Sports Team That You Had No Clue About

8. Nelly — Charlotte Bobcats

After finding international success with his breakout album “Country Grammar,” rap sensation Nelly decided to get into the pro sports game. He joined BET co-founder Robert Johnson’s investment group, staking an interest in the NBA’s 2004 expansion team, the Bobcats. Nelly kept his ownership share until 2010, when Michael Jordan acquired a controlling interest in the franchise. Apparently the GOAT’s presence made it too hot in Charlotte for the rap great, as Nelly handed over his stake in the team to MJ.