Pop Culture Depictions of Golf Carts

While people have been playing golf for hundreds of years, golf carts have only been around for about a century. In that brief timespan, however, the golf cart has become a beloved possession of famous celebrities and politicians, in addition to its frequent use as a prop in movies, TV shows, and music videos. Here are just a few areas within pop culture where you might see a golf cart.

Owned by Celebrities

Ever since golf became popular here in the United States, celebrities have taken part in it. It’s a beloved pastime of the rich and famous who want a way to unwind after a movie shoot or performance. Politicians have also taken up golf to help them relax.

Early golf cart owners include the Rat Pack members and famous singers Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, as well as former presidents Dwight D. Eisenhower and Gerald Ford.

On the Silver Screen

Plenty of movies have been made about golf, which means they’re going to feature golf carts pretty heavily. Even some movies that don’t have golf as a major plot point may still have a golf cart in a scene or two. Check out these films to spot a golf cart: 

• Goldfinger (1964)
• Caddyshack (1980)
• Happy Gilmore (1996) 
• The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)

Music Video Cameos

Golf carts have also popped up in a number of popular music videos in recent years, as a symbol of carefree fun. In fact, music has become part of the golf cart experience, with new speaker systems that let you listen to the radio or your favorite playlists. Videos by Justin Bieber, Tones and I, Avril Lavigne, DJ Khaled, and more have all featured golf carts extensively.

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