Patriots fans travel across New England to meet Ann Michael Maye

Caroline Bunnell, The MetroWest Daily NewsSat, October 17, 2026 at 9:07 AM UTC

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NORTH ANDOVER — Hundreds of Patriots fans wrapped around the Market Basket in North Andover on Friday afternoon, eager for a chance to meet Ann Michael Maye, wife of New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye.

The meet-and-greet, held in collaboration with Olivia's Organics, drew fans excited to meet Maye in person. Some arrived hours before the event, with the line stretching far behind the building by the time it began at 3 p.m.

Maye has become a popular social media personality, winning over Patriots fans with baking videos, game-day posts and lifestyle content. Her TikTok account has more than 605,000 followers with her "Bakemas" series in 2025 propelling her popularity. Fans have become accustomed to her cooking and food-related videos, making the partnership with Olivia's Organics fitting, Maye said before the meet and greet.

"It's been so great to partner with them, it's such a natural partnership. I love chicken Caesar wraps, salads, all the things," she said. "This supports our foundation which just means so much that we can help give back to the community."

Drake and Ann Michael Maye created the Maye Day Foundation in March to support children and families who are experiencing hardship, according to their website. Before the meet and greet, Olivia's Organics presented Maye with a $5,000 check in support of the foundation.

Patriots fans turn out to meet Maye

Fans of all ages lined up, with some traveling from across New England for the event. Many told the Daily News that they believe Maye has become an important part of the New England community and appreciate the connection she has developed with Patriots fans.

Sean Worral said that he appreciates that Maye has built a following of her own and become a recognizable part of the community.

"If I could've chosen to meet anyone in the world, she was probably top five on my list," he said.

Danielle Toupin and Jamie Morse were the first people in line, arriving around 11:15 a.m. Toupin said they wanted to meet her because she appreciates how Maye has created an identity apart from being known as an NFL player's wife.

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Toupin even made her own shirt for the occasion that read, "I love Ann Michael Maye."

"She's just so genuine, and she's making a mark for herself," Toupin said. "It's all about her, and her baking and her cross-stitch. I just love that she's an All-American girl."

Haverhill resident Dennis Daniel, decked out in Patriots apparel from head to toe, said he was excited that Maye was coming to North Andover because traveling to Foxborough can be difficult for fans who live farther away.

Fans travel from across New England

"She's coming locally out here where a lot of us live far away and don't have a chance to go to a game or go and root for our team. So we're here in North Andover, out of all places, to Market Basket," he said. "Now it's going to be known where it's famous to come over here. Ann Michael Maye was here."

Other fans traveled from throughout New England for the chance to meet Maye.

Kelly Wright came from Suffield, Connecticut, with her dog, Pops. She said she was looking forward to talking with Maye about her pet-related questions.

"We're big Patriots fans. She's amazing. She's got her own cooking, she's got her own personality beyond being Drake Maye's wife and I think she's great for communities around here and she's awesome for the team," Wright said.

Brenna Mooney and Dailyn Annis came from Hampton, New Hampshire while Liz Pacheco and Megan Pita came from Rumford, Rhode Island to meet Maye. The group said they enjoy following Maye's content and couldn't pass up the opportunity to meet her, making the drive to North Andover worthwhile.

"We're obsessed, we love Ann Michael Maye," Mooney said.

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