Cigar smoking is an age-old tradition synonymous with luxury and power. So it comes as no surprise that famous men and women throughout history have lit up a premium stogie to celebrate their successes!

Corona Cigar Co. shines a spotlight on some of the most notable world leaders, sports greats and Hollywood superstars who enjoy indulging in a good cigar. Read on to find out who makes our list of famous cigar smokers in history. 

World Leaders and Their Favorite Cigar Brands 

Presidents, prime ministers and other influential leaders often carry the world on their shoulders — and they need a way to blow off a little steam. Here's a breakdown of some of the most powerful men and their favorite cigar brands. 

Winston Churchill 

When someone mentions Winston Churchill, your mind will likely conjure an image of him clad in his homburg hat with a cigar in hand. The former prime minister of England was indeed very fond of cigars and smoked — or chewed — his way through up to 10 stogies a day. 

Churchill loved cigars so much that he even designed a unique aviation mask to smoke his favorite Romeo y Julieta cigars mid-flight. 

John F. Kennedy 

The 35th president of the United States went down in history for signing an embargo that prevented American and Cuban trade — but not before he secured a private stash of 1,200 cigars from the Caribbean country. 

John F. Kennedy is also known for his collection of exquisite humidors, one of which sold for $575,000 in a Sotheby's auction. 

Fidel Castro 

The communist leader was an avid cigar smoker during his teens and adult life, but he decided to ditch the stogies at 59 years old. The intention behind this tough choice was a growing need to support public health campaigns and set a better example for his citizens.

During the years that he stayed clear of tobacco, Castro would sometimes dream about smoking a cigar and then wake up remorseful. 

Bill Clinton

Hillary Clinton may not have been a fan of smoking in the White House, but there is photographic evidence of the 42nd president holding cigars during his tenure — and where there's smoke, there's usually fire. 

The former president seemingly has a taste for premium Gurkha cigars, which are some of the rarest in the world. A single cigar is as much as $1,000, and a box costs as much as $25,000! 

Scientists, Authors and Inventors

Notable authors, scientists and inventors have also indulged in cigars, including these three prominent figures. 

Sigmund Freud 

Sigmund Freud was a leader in psychology and a great lover of cigars. He believed he was most productive with a cigar in hand and smoked approximately 20 a day to ensure an optimal workflow. On days he was not working, he would still light one up simply because it was one of his favorite pastimes. 

Mark Twain 

Mark Twain was one of the most significant writers in American history and a cigar enthusiast to boot. He smoked roughly 22 cigars a day, making him one of the most significant smokers of the time. 

Thomas Edison 

Famous inventor and businessman Thomas Edison is renowned for inventing the lightbulb and inspiring the world to view failure as a stepping stone to success. With over  1,000 patents under his belt, he's one of the most prolific inventors in history.

Edison frequently smoked, and he also often sent his first daughter, Marion Estelle Edison Oeser, to fetch his cigars from the store when they would spend time together. 

Well-Known Celebrity Male Cigar Smokers 

From Elvis Presley to Tom Cruise, male celebrities throughout the ages have enjoyed a fine stogie. Here are 10 examples to prove there's no better combo than celebs and cigars.

Sir Roger Moore

Arguably one of the most iconic actors to play "James Bond," Sir Roger Moore is a fan of premium cigars on and off the set. In fact, before taking on the role of the British spy, the actor demanded access to an unlimited supply of premium cigars. 

Moore's particular favorite is Montecristo — a legendary brand for this classy gent. 

Elvis Presley

Along with pickles, peanut butter and the ingredients for meatloaf, Presley's kitchen at Graceland mansion offered a selection of the finest cigar brands. So it's fair to say that the King of Rock 'n' Roll was a massive fan of stogies. 

Elvis also smoked cigarettes, but we think his big personality was a better fit with bougie cigars. 

Clint Eastwood

From playing the gruff protagonist in "Gran Torino" to appearing on the sets of multiple Western films, Clint Eastwood is one of the most notable actors of our time. His acting roles are often complemented by a signature cigar, creating the iconic image of Eastwood that we have come to know and love. 

However, it seems Clint Eastwood only smokes cigars if a role required it, choosing to stay clear of tobacco when not filming. 

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Is there anything more iconic than seeing Arnie smoking a cigar? We think not. 

The talented actor, bodybuilder and former politician started his love affair with cigars in 1997 and is still a proud aficionado. Interestingly, Arnold Schwarzenegger shares a familial link to fellow cigar-smoking legend John F. Kennedy through his ex-wife, Maria Shriver. 

John Wayne 

Marion Robert Morrison, professionally known as John Wayne, is an actor with more than 100 films under his belt. The ultimate cowboy of the West developed a special liking for cigars, which he would smoke on and off screen. He had a particular preference for custom cigars that suited his rough and tough persona. 

Chris Pratt 

"Parks and Recreation" and "Guardians of the Galaxy" star Chris Pratt also enjoys a stogie every now and again despite having asthma. It seems this hobby is a way to bond with his father-in-law — cigar aficionado Arnold Schwarzenegger. Chris' wife, Katherine Schwarzenegger,  shared a photo on Father's Day featuring the two men smoking their favorite brands. 

Jack Nicholson 

It may seem surprising that acclaimed actor Jack Nicholson would ever feel nervous, but he got a case of the jitters the first time he set foot on a golf course. 

To calm his nerves, he smoked half a box of cigarettes before deciding it would be  more prudent to choose a cigar. Ever since then, he's been a proud cigar connoisseur. Nicholson has a special preference for Montecristo, Romeo y Julieta and Cohiba cigars. 

Bruce Willis 

Bruce Willis is a beloved household name thanks to his long acting career, which peaked with movies such as "Die Hard," "Pulp Fiction" and "Armageddon." He's one of the most famous celebrity cigar smokers. Willis shared this pastime with ex-wife Demi Moore and long-time friend Arnold Schwarzenegger. 

Michael Douglas 

Michael Douglas has a string of blockbuster movies to his name, including "Wall Street," "Fatal Attraction" and "Disclosure." In the past, he was also known for his love for cigars, with his favorite brand being Montecristo No. 2.

Instead of joining cigar dinners, Douglas enjoys smoking a stogie alone and is famously associated with saying that cigar smoking is a reflective pastime. 

Tom Cruise 

The "Top Gun" star has cultivated a sleek persona over the years, so it's only fitting that he completes his smooth look with a stogie. In his 2017 film "American Made," the actor even smuggles cigars across the border. It's unclear whether Tom Cruise still partakes in this hobby since converting to Scientology, but if he does, he's likely to smoke Cohiba. 

Famous Female Cigar Smokers

Here are six iconic women who have transformed this male-dominated hobby into one that all genders enjoy. 

Whoopi Goldberg

Before Ms. Goldberg broke onto the Broadway stage, she supported herself by working as a bricklayer. Then, once her film career began, she starred in one box-office hit after another, including "The Color Purple," "Star Trek" and "Sister Act." Whoopi is now making waves with Emma and Clyde — a new company specializing in cannabis products. 

So, what does this exceptionally hardworking star do in her downtime? She smokes cigars — Davidoff cigars, to be exact.

Marlene Dietrich 

Marlene Dietrich was a famous German-American actress and singer who reached the peak of her career during the 1930s and 1940s. Aside from her talent on movie sets, she was a trailblazer for LGBTQ+ rights and celebrated for her efforts to support American troops.

This revolutionary woman was a lover of cigars. She appeared both on- and off-screen with a cigar in hand and even enjoyed an occasional stogie with former romantic interest Frank Sinatra. 

Beyoncé

Beyoncé is one of the most successful women in the world — a renowned singer, songwriter, dancer, actor and fashion designer. We can also add "cigar smoker" to this extensive list, as several photos of Beyoncé with a stogie in hand have found their way onto the internet. 

Beyoncé's husband, Jay Z, is a cigar enthusiast who once dabbled in this line of business, so it's no wonder that the power couple share this hobby. In their hit song "Drunk in Love," they go as far as to sing about stogies with the lyrics, "cigars and ice." 

Demi Moore

Demi Moore has acted in various blockbuster movies, including "Striptease" — a film that garnered her $12.5 million in 1996 and made her the highest-paid actress at the time. She is also known as one of the most famous female cigar smokers and poetically describes lighting up a stogie as a "celebration."

The actress's favorite brands include Montecristo and smaller Cohiba cigars.

Jennifer Lopez 

JLo enjoys smoking a fine cigar, whether it be out and about or in her music videos. The singer's previous home with Ben Affleck even featured a dedicated cigar room — that's when you know you're a true aficionado! 

Jennifer Lopez's favorite cigar brand is the ever-popular Padrón, which is known for its distinct tastes of coffee and cedar.

Madonna 

The Queen of Pop first made her way onto the Billboard charts in 1983, and since then, she's had one hit after another. In fact, her catchy singles have ranked in the  top 10 a whopping 38 times during her music career. 

Madonna is still causing a stir as a cigar-smoking bride  in her music video for "Medellín." She has always enjoyed a good stogie off the stage, so we're happy to see her celebrating this hobby in her work. 

Popular Athletes and Their Cigars

Professional athletes sacrifice many of life's luxuries for their training — but that doesn't mean they can't celebrate with a fine cigar or two when they win. These sports heroes are partial to a quality stogie when the time is right. 

Michael Jordan

MJ is a leader on the basketball court and in life. His motivational quotes inspire us to crush our fears, achieve our goals and never say never. But our favorite Michale Jordan lesson is that there's nothing more enjoyable than a good stogie! 

The pro athlete was known for smoking one before every at-home fixture, helping him to get into the zone before a big game. 

LeBron James 

Another basketball player whose name is synonymous with cigars is the iconic LeBron James. He is renowned for smoking a stogie before he enters an arena and at press conferences, once he's taken the victory. We can't think of a better way to celebrate a win than with a premium cigar.

Babe Ruth

When you think of America's great sportspeople, Babe Ruth is sure to come to mind. This iconic baseball player helped the Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees and Boston Braves reach new levels of success. As an equally talented pitcher and hitter, there wasn't much Babe Ruth couldn't do — add smoking premium cigars to the list, and you get one of the most iconic American athletes of the 1900s. 

Andre Agassi 

Andre Agassi is an Olympic gold medalist, grand slam tennis champion and table tennis player. He's also a cigar aficionado and likes nothing more than to celebrate a victory with a stogie in hand. 

Terry Bradshaw

The former quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers has enjoyed a quality stogie since his football days. With four Super Bowls and numerous TV and country music achievements under his belt, perhaps this is the secret to success.

Terry Bradshaw recently launched an exciting new venter — his personal brand of bourbon whiskey. As all cigar aficionados know, nothing pairs better with a glass of the good stuff than a quality stogie. 

Be Inspired by Famous Cigar Smokers and Shop Corona Cigar Co.

These talented individuals have found success in leading their countries, starring in blockbuster films, winning sports games or inventing new things. However, one thing they all have in common is their love for cigars. 

Corona Cigar Co. ensures the ultimate cigar experience by bringing the world's best cigars to your door. Customers enjoy premium service and incredible discounts every time they shop our extensive stogie selection. Let these famous cigar smokers and their cigar brands of choice inspire your next cigar purchase, or add your personal cigar favorites to your cart today!