# Famous Women Who Smoke Cigars Famous women who smoke cigars have shaped the industry for the past fifty-plus years. Read their stories here. ![](https://cigarworld.b-cdn.net/public/cigarworld/prod/Uploads/famous_blog.jpeg) [Cigars 101](/education/category/cigars-101/ "Cigars 101") # Famous Women Who Smoke Cigars Posted [8 months ago](/education/archive/2026/3/24/)   \|   3 Minute(s) to read While men are often associated with cigars, women have always loved cigars and have always been a vital part of the cigar community. Who are the most famous women who smoke cigars? Here, we’ll review some of the most famous and iconic women who love cigars — or who weren’t shy about smoking them from time to time at least. ### **Raquel Welch** Raquel Welch was one of the most beloved actresses of the 20th century, known​​ for her roles in films like 1 Million Years B.C. and Fantastic Voyage. However, Welch was also a multi-faceted professional who played various roles over her career, and, of course, she enjoyed a premium cigar or two along the way. She also gave one of the best Cigar Aficionado interviews –at least in our humble opinion. ## **Photo credit: Raquel Welch Instagram** **![](https://d25bsrltkk1hnl.cloudfront.net/public/cigarworld/prod/Uploads/IMG-8772__ResizedImageWzQ1MCw0NDVd.jpg)** ### **Sabrina Carpenter** The massively popular singer/songwriter/actress made waves at the 2025 Met Gala by lighting up a big cigar on the red carpet, and we love the impression it gave. While there’s not much to suggest Carpenter regularly smokes cigars, there’s no denying that she had the look down perfectly. She wasn’t the only lady with a cigar at this event either. Rapper Doechii rocked a cigar with her Louis Vuitton jacket as well. ### **Whoopi Goldberg** While some celebrities may hold a passing interest in cigars, Whoopi Goldberg is a true cigar connoisseur–– through and through. The star of such films as The Color Purple and, more recently, co-host of the TV show, The View, Goldberg has been puffing on quality stogies since the early 1990s. Though she typically prefers smaller cigars, she’s also been known to partake in a bigger front mark occasionally. ## Photo credit: Whoopi Goldberg Instagram ![](https://d25bsrltkk1hnl.cloudfront.net/public/cigarworld/prod/Uploads/IMG-8773__ResizedImageWzQwMCw0MDVd.jpg) ### **Demi Moore** Speaking of big 90s stars who love cigars, Demi Moore is also an established cigar fan from back in the day. Though it’s been a minute since she graced the cover of Cigar Aficionado, we still consider Moore an *aficionada* in our book. ## Photo credit: Demi Moore Instagram ![](https://d25bsrltkk1hnl.cloudfront.net/public/cigarworld/prod/Uploads/IMG-8775__ResizedImageWzQwMCw0NTZd.jpg) ### **Madonna** Can you be a bigger star than Madonna? The pop icon has long been a fan of premium cigars, and she recently appeared at a charity event with a Davidoff Cigar. ### **Marlene Dietrich** You could say that Marlene Dietrich **[had an independent streak](https://www.cigarworld.com/education/famous-cigar-smoking-couples/)**. Not only did she flaunt convention by wearing men’s clothes, smoking cigars, and carrying on numerous affairs, but she was also one of the most successful actresses of the first half of the 20th century. ### **Rihanna**  We’ve **[covered Rihanna on a few occasions here](https://www.cigarworld.com/education/the-rise-of-women-smoking-cigars/)** at Cigar World, and for good reason! The supremely talented cross-media superstar has long been a fan of excellent smokes, and any time we get to talk about the best women in the cigar community, she has to be in the conversation. ## Photo Credit: Rihanna Instagram ![](https://d25bsrltkk1hnl.cloudfront.net/public/cigarworld/prod/Uploads/IMG-8776__ResizedImageWzQwMCwzNjRd.jpg) There’s no way we could’ve covered all the great cigar *aficionadas* out there, so we’ll have to call it quits here. Who’s your favorite cigar-smoking celebrity of all time? **[Sign up for Cigar World](https://www.cigarworld.com/profile/)**, and then tell us with a comment below! [ ![](https://cigarworld.b-cdn.net/public/cigarworld/prod/Uploads/cigars-and-women-cigar-world.png?width=960)## Previous Article: 5 Women in Cigars to Follow Immediately ](/education/5-women-in-cigars-to-follow-immediately/) There’s no question, over the history of cigars it’s been an industry dominated by men. But, as times change, the world evolves, and that’s no longer the story. If there’s anything these women are showing the world, it’s that they can not only live in this man's world, but own it. [ ![](https://cigarworld.b-cdn.net/public/cigarworld/prod/Uploads/womens-smoking.jpeg?width=960)## Next Article: The Rise of Women Smoking Cigars ](/education/the-rise-of-women-smoking-cigars/) In honor of International Women’s Day. To celebrate the rise of women smoking cigars, we’re covering why more women are enjoying this fine hobby than ever before. And, we’re listing out a few cigars to enjoy today to honor all the women in your life. [ ![Join Cigar World Testing Lab](/images/tl-sq.jpg) ](/testing-lab/) Unfollow {{ slotProps.text }} Follow {{ slotProps.text }} [ Comment ](/education/famous-women-who-smoke-cigars/#comments-holder) #### Comments No one has commented on this page yet.