Star power will once again take center stage at the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic, led by Academy Award-winning actor Kurt Russell and tennis legend John McEnroe, who are both confirmed to participate in the Wednesday Pro‑Am during tournament week at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club.
The Pro‑Am will also feature North Myrtle Beach native Vanna White, who returns to the event as this year’s tournament ambassador. A Wheel of Fortune icon for more than four decades, White continues her longstanding connection to the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic and the Grand Strand community.
Along with Russell, McEnroe and White, additional celebrities committed to date include:
- actor Michael Chiklis (The Shield),
- former MLB star Nick Swisher (2009 World Series Champion, New York Yankees),
- actor Michael Peña (Ant‑Man),
- golf influencer Cass Marie (World Long Drive Competitor),
- actor Galen Gering (Days of Our Lives),
- actor Carmine Giovinazzo (CSI: NY),
- comedian Andrew Santino (Dave),
- broadcaster Melissa Stark (NBC Sunday Night Football),
- actor Greg Kinnear (As Good as It Gets),
- actress Jennie Garth (Beverly Hills, 90210),
- actor Matt Corboy (Shrinking),
- actor Oliver Hudson (Rules of Engagement),
- entrepreneur and TV personality Robert Herjavec (Shark Tank),
- actor Wyatt Russell (The Falcon and the Winter Soldier),
- Zak Brown, CEO of the McLaren Formula 1 Team, and
- McLaren Formula 1 driver and reigning World Champion Lando Norris.
The celebrities will be joined by PGA TOUR professionals for 18 holes, along with amateur partners. Official tee times for the Wednesday Pro‑Am are off the Nos. 1 and 10 tees from 6:40-8:52 a.m. and 12-2:12 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at myrtlebeachclassic.com.
“The combination of celebrity participation, world‑class golf and live entertainment continues to resonate with fans,” said Darren Nelson, tournament director of the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic. “The Wednesday Pro‑Am helps set the tone for a full week of memorable experiences at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club.”
A limited number of Pro‑Am teams are still available. For more information on participation opportunities and VIP hospitality options, interested parties should contact Bryce Jeske, sales director, at bryce.jeske@sportfive.com.
Fans looking to elevate their tournament experience can purchase shared hospitality tickets in the Carolina Club and Live Oaks Lounge from Thursday through Sunday. These upgraded ticket packages include premium viewing areas on the course, along with food and beverage offerings, providing one of the best ways to enjoy PGA TOUR golf at the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic.
The concert series announced for this year’s tournament will see the legendary band The Beach Boys, joined by John Stamos, perform on Friday. Emerging Italian singer Benadetta Caretta will also be part of the Friday concert lineup.
Julio and the Saltines, a local cover band whose high‑energy performances have made them a favorite across the Carolinas, will take the stage on Saturday. Both shows are free to that day’s ticket holders and will begin shortly after play is completed.
