The story of Rangers Football Club reaches far beyond Ibrox, threading through entertainment, sport, film and business, carried by generations for whom supporting Rangers is less a pastime than an inheritance. As a result, the roster of recognisable figures prepared to declare themselves part of the Rangers support includes famous fans across Scotland and beyond.
The origins of these allegiances extend from first matches attended with parents, heroes idolised from the Copland Road end, famous matches replayed in memory. There are also more distant encounters, friendships, chance encounters or famous visits to Ibrox that have drawn in celebrities to the Rangers fan collective.
Have a look at some of the most famous connections of celebrity Rangers fans.
9. Nick Nairn
Celebrity chef who became the youngest Scottish chef to win a Michelin star in the early 1990s is a blue nose. He has appeared in TV shows such as ‘Ready Steady Cook and the Great British Menu. | Tripadvisor
10. Kenneth Branagh
British actor and filmmaker has won an Academy Award, four BAFTAs, two Emmy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and an Olivier Award throughout his career. He is a fan of Tottenham Hotspur, Northern Irish side Linfield, and Rangers. | Getty Images
11. Gordon Ramsay
Arguably the most famous chef in the world, the foul-mouthed TV star played for the club when he was younger but injury ended his dream of becoming a professional football. Has recently teamed up with the club to launch a new Ibrox hospitality lounge.
12. Simon Neil
Lead singer and guitarist for the band Biffy Clyro has been spotted watching games from the Ibrox directors box over the years. | AFP via Getty Images