Grand Rapids Might Have a Surprise Celebrity in the Workplace

Grand Rapids Could Have a Surprise Celebrity Coworker

Ed Sheeran’s Wife Cherry Seaborn: The Celebrity Hiding in Plain Sight

Most people clock into work each morning never expecting their new teammate to be married to one of the world’s biggest stars. Yet, for employees at Deloitte—even right here in Grand Rapids—that wild scenario just might have been reality. In a twist stranger than fiction, Ed Sheeran’s wife, Cherry Seaborn, quietly held a regular 9-to-5 job as a climate and sustainability consultant at Deloitte up until March 2024—a surprise that has set social media abuzz and sparked plenty of curiosity about the hidden celebrities among us.

The Viral LinkedIn That Sparked the Buzz

The story first caught fire when Cherry Seaborn’s LinkedIn profile began circulating online, sending fans scrambling to confirm that, yes, the Cherry listed as a climate specialist at Deloitte is in fact married to multi-Grammy-winning, stadium-packing musician Ed Sheeran. As reported by major outlets like Hindustan Times, the revelation that she worked at Deloitte—managing spreadsheets, attending virtual meetings, trading emails with colleagues just like anyone else—went completely under the radar for years. Sheaborn’s discretion was such that not even a passing “Shape of You” pun appeared in any office banter.

A Celebrity Coworker in Grand Rapids?

What makes this story local is the surprising connection to West Michigan: Deloitte maintains a significant office right here in Grand Rapids. The odds are real that some West Michigan Deloitte employees, without ever realizing it, collaborated with Cherry on sustainability projects, discussed quarterly goals, or shared files with her during a typical workday. For all anyone knew, the mastermind behind a team’s latest climate initiative was heading home to one of the world’s best-selling musicians.

This all comes at a time when Ed Sheeran himself is gearing up for a big year, prepping a major comeback and releasing new music for 2025, as highlighted in recent industry updates. While the pop superstar maintains a massive public profile—Ed’s latest single “Sapphire” is already causing a stir on Instagram—his wife managed to shield her professional and private life from celebrity spotlight, embodying a kind of down-to-earth humility admired by fans and coworkers alike.

Online Reactions: Surprise and Admiration

News of Cherry’s understated work life triggered surprised reactions across social media, with many expressing newfound appreciation for her choice to stay low-key. Over on Instagram, fans have been sharing their thoughts as Ed’s new projects roll out, but many are equally charmed by Cherry’s ability to blend seamlessly into office life without the faintest hint of celebrity attitude.

The Value of Keeping It Real

Cherry Seaborn’s story reminds us that, even in a star-powered world, some celebrities (or celebrity-adjacent professionals) genuinely value their day jobs and the chance to make a difference—whether that’s tackling climate change at Deloitte or simply showing up for the Monday morning meeting. As Ed Sheeran’s touring schedule heats up again and fans flock to stadiums, it’s a fun reminder to look twice at your next Zoom call—you truly never know whose spreadsheet you’re reviewing.

What’s Next in the Grand Rapids Music Scene

While Cherry kept a low profile, the Grand Rapids music world has never shied away from its own brushes with stardom. Local venues like The Intersection are known for booking global acts—sometimes just before they became household names. To see more of the stars that graced Grand Rapids on their way to the top, check out Intersection photographer Benjamin Howell’s decade-spanning photo gallery on Facebook.

In the end, whether you’re a Deloitte teammate or a local music fan, the lines between small-town routine and international fame are sometimes much blurrier than they seem. Next time you log into work—or catch that breakout show at The Intersection—remember: celebrity coworkers could be just a spreadsheet away.

Related Links:

– Learn more about Ed Sheeran’s music and tour dates on Songkick.
– Read why Cherry Seaborn’s LinkedIn profile went viral via Hindustan Times.
– Discover The Intersection’s history of major performers through Benjamin Howell’s Facebook.
– Explore Deloitte’s Grand Rapids office and its focus on sustainability.

Keep your eyes open, Grand Rapids—you never know who’s waiting behind that next Teams call.