Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump: Where top American celebrities stand

As the 2024 presidential race heats up, many celebrities are stepping into the spotlight, publicly endorsing their preferred candidates. High-profile endorsements are shaping the political landscape, with some stars rallying behind Democratic presidential candidate and Vice President Kamala Harris, 59, while others support former President and Republican nominee Donald Trump, 78.
A wide array of celebrities have come out in support of Kamala Harris.
Actress Anne Hathaway recently performed Queen’s “Somebody to Love” at a rally and openly declared her support. TV host Andy Cohen shared a video with Harris’ husband, Doug Emhoff, emphasising that voting for Harris is an investment in his daughter’s future.
Omarosa Manigault Newman, a former member of the Trump administration, has also endorsed Harris, hoping she will inspire a new generation of political leaders.
Other notable endorsements include:
Hollywood stars like George Clooney, Barbra Streisand, and John Legend have also voiced their support. Taylor Swift, has also endorsed Kamala Harris just after the first presidential debate between Harris and Trump.
Director Spike Lee, screenwriter Aaron Sorkin, and director Ken Burns joined the chorus, along with actresses Rosie O’Donnell and Jamie Lee Curtis.
Prominent figures including Robert De Niro and Charli XCX have lent their voices to the campaign, while Cardi B, Kesha, and even Beyoncé (indirectly) have shown their support, reported Forbes.
Former Presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, and Hillary Clinton have all backed Harris, as has former President Jimmy Carter, who recently turned 100 and expressed his intent to vote for her.
Other supporters include:
On the other hand, several celebrities are showing their support for Donald Trump.
Actor Dennis Quaid called Trump his “favourite president of the 21st century” at a rally.
Former wrestler Hulk Hogan praised Trump as his “hero” during the Republican National Convention, while musician Kid Rock has been vocal about his support, even revamping his song “American Bad Ass” to include references to Trump.
The world’s richest man, Elon Musk, is also backing Donald Trump,
Other notable supporters include:
Notable names missing from the endorsement lists include billionaire Michael Bloomberg, who has stated that the decision is too crucial to rush. This absence highlights the complexities of celebrity involvement in political endorsements as the election approaches.
With the election just around the corner and only mere weeks left, these celebrity endorsements continue to play a significant role in shaping public opinion and energising voters on both sides.