The 11 celebrities we're looking forward to watching at Pebble Beach this week

By Joel Beall

February 06, 2017

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Ray Romano

Poor Ray. The affable comedian tries his damnedest, but seemingly every one of his shots finds the gallery, leading to a priceless, "Why the hell did I agree to this" look of resignation.

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Justin Timberlake

Timberlake is one of the few celebrities that understands the pro-am's dichotomy of golf and entertainment. From impromptu concerts to breaking out the Carlton Dance, Timberlake never falls to deliver a performance. Better yet, he's pretty good with the sticks, too, owning a 3.4 handicap.

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Huey Lewis

Sure, he's a good golfer (at one point boasting a sub-6 handicap). But the real reason we love watching Lewis is the cheesy set-ups from the announcing crew. "And let's go to 15, where Huey Lewis is 'Walking on a Thin Line' for his par attempt.'" Or "As Huey Lewis just found out, the 17th can 'Make a one man weep and make another man sing.'"

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Josh Duhamel

Duhamel makes the list for two reasons: 1) I never fail to confuse him with "Justified" star Timothy Olyphant and B) If Duhamel's around, there's a good chance his wife Stacy Ferguson -- aka "Fergie" -- is on the premises.

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Chris Berman

Some criticize the Swami for trying to do a knock-off Bill Murray impression, but give the guy credit for making an attempt to play to the fans. Plus, he visibly enjoys being a part of the tournament.

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Andy Garcia

As part of its coverage, CBS will intermittently converse with celebrities, and Garcia -- a staple of the event -- is always roped into an interview. The actor puts on a courteous front, but Garcia's body language and demeanor seem to say, "Get me the F out of here, I'm trying to play some golf." Not only is it hysterical, it's a devotion to the game we appreciate and applaud.

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Wayne Gretzky

The Great One hasn't quite translated his brilliance to the links, evidenced by a 12.6 handicap. Conversely, how often do we get to interact with royalty? No matter the arena, it's a pleasure to watch Gretzky at work.

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Alfonso Ribeiro

How many times do you think Ribeiro has been asked to do the Carlton? Two thousand times? 5,000? And, bless his heart, he always busts it out with a smile on his face.

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Aaron Rodgers

If only for the prospect of Rodgers' team down by one stroke going into 18, forcing the Packers quarterback to throw a Hail Mary by going for the green in two. Given his last-minute magic on the gridiron, that could be the moment of the golf season.

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Mark Wahlberg

After sending a hosel rocket into the crowd at TPC Scottsdale, there's a slight chance Wahlberg could be shell-shocked. But considering he just watched his beloved Patriots execute one of the greatest comebacks in sports history, we're guessing last week's shank is far from Wahlberg's mind.

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Bill Murray

I am of the sincere belief that Murray's contributions to this event warrant a spot in the World Golf Hall of Fame. His journeys between the ropes -- and often outside them -- are must-see theater; his presence alone makes the AT&T one of the most anticipated tournaments of the year for casual fans. His act may not be for everybody, but for a sport desperately seeking ways to engage fringe and novice observers, Murray does more for the game than most players on tour.

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