🐔 10 Famous People Who Keep Chickens (Yes, Really!)
Backyard chickens aren't just for country folks and hobby farmers anymore—they’ve become a full-blown celebrity trend! From Hollywood A-listers to music icons and royal family members, plenty of famous people have jumped on the chicken-keeping bandwagon.
Whether they’re in it for the fresh eggs, the sustainability, or just the quirky joy of hanging out with hens, here are 10 celebrities you might be surprised to learn keep (or kept) chickens.
🥚 1. Oprah Winfrey
The queen of daytime TV is also the queen of chickens! On her Maui farm, Oprah raises chickens as part of her commitment to organic, homegrown food. Her flock lays fresh eggs, and she’s spoken about how therapeutic and grounding it is to care for animals.
🐓 Fun Fact: Oprah even featured her chickens on her show and magazine!
🎤 2. Martha Stewart
It’s no surprise that the domestic goddess herself is a proud chicken keeper. Martha’s flock lives in a custom-built coop on her farm in Bedford, New York, and she regularly shares photos of her fancy hens on social media.
🐓 Her breeds include Silkie Bantams, Polish, and Marans—all known for their unique looks and egg colours.
👑 3. Prince Charles (Now King Charles III)
The former Prince of Wales is a long-time supporter of organic farming and sustainability. His estate, Highgrove, includes a flock of organically raised chickens. He’s known to be passionate about animal welfare and sustainable food systems.
🐓 Royal eggs? Yes, please!
🎬 4. Jennifer Garner
Actress Jennifer Garner shares sweet, down-to-earth moments from her backyard, including life with her family flock of chickens. She’s been seen collecting eggs, naming her hens, and sharing “chicken stories” on social media.
🐓 One of her chickens is named “Regina George” (yes, like Mean Girls).
🎸 5. Chris Pratt
The Jurassic World and Guardians of the Galaxy star isn’t just into dinosaurs—he’s a legit chicken keeper! Chris Pratt has a farm with chickens and other animals and frequently shares his love for farm life.
🐓 He even posted a video hatching eggs in an incubator!
🎤 6. Tori Amos
The legendary singer-songwriter has spoken openly about her love of rescuing animals, including chickens. She keeps chickens on her property and has said she finds them calming and full of personality.
🐓 Who knew rockstars could be so tender-hearted?
📺 7. Reese Witherspoon
Reese is another Hollywood A-lister who loves farm life. At her home in California, she raises chickens, goats, and donkeys—and her social media often shows her interacting with her chickens in the cutest way.
🐓 She even wrote a children’s book featuring a character inspired by her animals!
🥄 8. Jamie Oliver
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver is all about good food and better ingredients, so it’s no surprise he keeps chickens! Jamie believes strongly in knowing where your food comes from, and his chickens supply his family with fresh, free-range eggs.
🐓 Bonus: his kids help with the chicken chores!
🪩 9. Debbie Harry (Blondie)
The punk rock icon has owned chickens on her upstate New York property. Known for being an animal lover and sustainability advocate, Debbie’s off-stage life is surprisingly grounded—literally!
🐓 Punk rock with a soft spot for poultry? Iconic.
🎧 10. Zac Efron
During his Down to Earth Netflix series, Zac explores sustainable living—including life on a farm with chickens. He’s expressed admiration for natural living, organic food, and the simplicity of collecting eggs.
🐓 Could High School Musical be rebooted as Coop School Musical? 🥁
🐣 Why Do Celebrities Love Chickens?
Turns out, celebrities keep chickens for the same reasons we all do:
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Fresh, organic eggs
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Sustainability and self-sufficiency
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The calming, joyful presence of animals
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Teaching kids responsibility and food values
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Just plain fun!
And let’s be honest—chickens have amazing personalities, and once you’ve got a flock, it’s hard to imagine life without them.
🧡 Final Thoughts
From red carpets to roosting boxes, chickens have made their way into celebrity lifestyles in a big way. Whether you're famous or not, keeping chickens is a rewarding, often hilarious journey full of eggs, feathers, and fun.
So next time you're collecting eggs in your gumboots, just remember—you've got something in common with Oprah, Martha Stewart, and even a few rockstars. 🐔✨
– The Chook Manor Team 🐣🌟
