Celebrities backing Kamala Harris: Taylor Swift to Bruce Springsteen

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With the US election fast approaching, Kamala Harris’s list of celebrity backers has kept on growing.

The current vice-president of the United States is up against former president Donald Trump, who is hoping to return to the White House for a second, non-consecutive term.

As has become the norm with major elections – especially the US presidential race – famous faces have publicly stated their support for the candidates.

From Hollywood A-listers to pop royalty, here are the celebrities who’ve backed Kamala Harris ahead of the November 5 election.

Taylor Swift

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Taylor Swift publicly revealed who she will be voting for in the wake of Ms Harris and Mr Trump’s televised debate in September.

The Look What You Made Me Do singer told her followers she had tuned in to the debate to learn more about what the two presidential hopefuls offered the country.

Not long after, she announced her political allegiance: Swift would be voting for Kamala Harris.

In her lengthy social media post, Swift explained that she had decided to make her voting decisions public after a fake AI post suggested that she was endorsing Trump.

“It brought me to the conclusion that I need to be very transparent about my actual plans for this election as a voter,” she said. “The simplest way to combat misinformation is with the truth.

“I will be casting my vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 Presidential Election.”

The pop star praised Ms Harris and her running mate, while also encouraging her followers to register to vote so they can have their say later this year.

She also signed off with “Taylor Swift, Childless Cat Lady,” in an apparent swipe at Republican VP hopeful JD Vance’s critical remarks of women.

Celebrity endorsements don’t normally have a massive impact on the presidential race but some experts believe that Swift’s backing could be a watershed moment.

Bruce Springsteen hit out at Donald Trump as he endorsed Democrat Ms Harris

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The 75-year-old rocker labelled Trump “the most dangerous candidate for president in my lifetime” and added: “His disdain for the sanctity of our constitution, the sanctity of democracy, the sanctity of the rule of law and the sanctity of the peaceful transfer of power should disqualify him from the office of president ever again.”

In his video, shared on Instagram, the Boss said Ms Harris and her running mate Tim Walz have pledged a vision of the country which “respects and includes everyone”.

He continued: “And they want to grow our economy in a way that benefits all, not just a few like me on top.

“That’s the vision of America I’ve been consistently writing about for 55 years.”

Musician John Legend has won 12 Grammys

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Musician John Legend performed in Chicago during the Democratic National Convention (DNC) and is a vocal supporter of the Democrats and Ms Harris.

In a lengthy social media post, Legend wrote: “I’m so ready to work to help unite the pro-democracy coalition to reject Trump’s authoritarian, oppressive Project 2025 and elect Kamala Harris as our President.”

The 12-time Grammy Award-winner added: “She’s ready for this fight and I’m excited to help her in any way I can.”

He has also said that his eldest daughter Luna looks up to Ms Harris. Legend told the Hollywood Reporter: “[Luna] is so excited to see someone who’s black and Asian like she is, [and] a woman like she is – so she’s looking at [Kamala] like, ‘This is me’ up there.”

Megan Jovon Ruth Pete, known professionally as Megan Thee Stallion, is an American rapper

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Rapper Megan Thee Stallion performed at Ms Harris’s campaign rally in Atlanta and has consistently supported her.

She has featured Ms Harris on her social media and encouraged women to vote for the Democratic hopeful.

“Kamala said she wants a ceasefire, Kamala said she supports women’s rights. And she said she’s tired of those high-ass gas prices … It’s Hotties for Harris, goddammit,” she said.

Former US president Barack Obama and his wife and ex-first lady Michelle Obama after she introduced him on the second day of the Democratic National Convention

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Barack and Michelle Obama have also switched their support from President Biden to Ms Harris, and Mr Obama gave an impassioned speech on day two of the DNC on August 20, urging voters to back Ms Harris in the upcoming election.

“In this new economy, we need a president who actually cares about the millions of people all across this country who wake up every day to do the essential, often thankless work to care for our sick and clean our streets and deliver our packages – and stand up for their right to bargain for better wages and working conditions,” Mr Obama said. “Kamala will be that president.”

Actors George Clooney (l) and Julia Roberts with Joe Biden and Barack Obama

Joe Biden

Before Ms Harris received the party’s nomination, actor George Clooney penned an op-ed in which he implored Mr Biden to step down and allow someone else to run for the presidency. Not long after this, Mr Biden confirmed his departure and all eyes turned to the likelihood of Ms Harris assuming the role.

Clooney praised Mr Biden and voiced his support for Ms Harris as she embarked on her campaign.

“President Biden has shown what true leadership is,” he said. “He’s saving democracy once again. We’re all so excited to do whatever we can to support Vice President Harris in her historic quest.”

Ariana Grande is noted for her four-octave vocal range

While singer-songwriter Grande hasn’t been too open about her political views, it appears that she has supported Democratic causes in the past.

When Mr Biden confirmed he wasn’t seeking re-election, Grande re-shared his message of endorsement on social media in apparent support.

The post read: “Today I want to offer my full support and endorsement for Kamala to be the nominee of our party this year. Democrats – it’s time to come together and beat Trump. Let’s do this.”

Charlotte Emma Aitchison, known professionally as Charli XCX, is an English singer and songwriter

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British pop icon Chari XCX took to social media after Ms Harris announced her presidential bid, writing a post that captured the essence of the Democrats’ campaign.

“Kamala IS brat,” the singer said in apparent support for Ms Harris.

Ms Harris’s campaign then changed the colour of its social media background to brat green, apparently acknowledging the star’s endorsement and message.

Other celebrity endorsements

Several other stars have voiced their support for Ms Harris.

These include Jamie Lee Curtis, Olivia Rodrigo, Barbra Streisand, Spike Lee, Cardi B, Katy Perry and Kesha.

Although Beyoncé hasn’t officially endorsed Ms Harris, the pop sensation allowed the politician to use her song Freedom at the DNC.

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