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Don't be surprised if you run into a national/international celebrity as you dine in one of South Tampa Bay's fine restaurants. Whether it's a sports figure training at IMG Academies or at one of the Spring Training Centers, a movie star in town for the French Film festival, or a cartoonist enjoying a break from work, South Tampa Bay offers a lifestyle that's attractive to all.
Mary Pierce Professional women's tennis player.
Monica Seles Professional women's tennis player.
Stephen King He has a winter home on the north end of Casey Key.  
Nick Bollettieri Local tennis coach celebrity explains what he's learned from his students the likes of Monica Seles, Andre Agassi and Boris Becker.
Tom Cruise Tom has purchased a home on Siesta Key near Tom's parents. 
Mike Stevens The outgoing creator of Mother Goose and Grimmy, who lives right here in Sarasota on Longboat Key.
Pete Sampras Ok, so he lives in Tampa -- that should be close enough for us to adopt this mega-successful tennis athlete.
Jerry Springer You can find him boating on Sarasota Bay between TV shoots.

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Bradenton, FL 34206-0321 l Phone: (941) 748-3411

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Sarasota, FL 34232 l Phone: (941) 309-1200

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