Omar Bennett
Kamala Harris made history as the first female, first Black, and first South Asian vice president of the United States. Harris, who served as vice president to President Joe Biden, has enjoyed support from a variety of public figures and musicians, including Patti LaBelle, Cher, and James Taylor. Harris has also been supported by several rappers, including Common and Quavo, who has worked closely with Harris as an anti-gun violence advocate. Harris has faced opposition from some members of her own party, including former president Barack Obama and former House speaker Nancy Pelosi. Harris is now setting her sights on a 2026 bid to succeed California Governor Gavin Newsom.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Musicians | Ariana Grande, Cardi B, John Legend, Charli XCX, Taylor Swift, James Taylor, Madonna, Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, Bruce Springsteen, Billie Eilish, Patti LaBelle, Common, Los Tigres Del Norte, Quavo, Cher, Natalie Maines, Martie Maguire, Emily Strayer, and more |
| Actresses | Alyssa Milano, Zoe Saldaña, Alyssa Farah Griffin, Meghann Fahy, Garcelle Beauvais, Sarah Jessica Parker, Drew Carey, Lady Gaga, Kathryn Hahn, Lisa Rinna, Reese Witherspoon, Roseanne Barr, and more |
| Authors | Margaret Atwood, Louise Erdrich, J.J. Abrams, Judy Blume, Dave Eggers, Glennon Doyle, and more |
| TV Hosts | John Oliver |
| Actors | Harrison Ford, Ken Jeong, Leonardo DiCaprio |
| Singers | Will.i.am |
| Former Presidents | Jimmy Carter, Barack Obama, Bill Clinton |
| Former First Ladies | Michelle Obama, Hillary Clinton |
| Former White House Intern | Monica Lewinsky |
| Activists | Fat Joe |
| Filmmakers | J.J. Abrams |
| Athletes | Arnold Schwarzenegger |
| Businesspeople | Mark Cuban, Bill Gates, Laurene Powell Jobs, Arthur Blank, Michael Bloomberg |
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Musicians and singers
Several musicians and singers have publicly expressed their support for Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election.
Ariana Grande, Cardi B, John Legend, and Charli XCX are among those who have shared their approval of Harris's candidacy on social media. Taylor Swift endorsed Harris in an Instagram post, stating that she believes Harris is a "steady-handed, gifted leader." Swift's endorsement came shortly after the presidential debate on September 10, and she encouraged her followers to vote.
Other notable musicians who have voiced their support for Harris include James Taylor, who performed at the DNC in August, Patti LaBelle, who sang at the 2024 DNC and at Biden's Juneteenth concert, and Common, who performed at the second night of the DNC in Chicago.
Additionally, Madonna, Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, and Bruce Springsteen have also shown their support for Harris. Madonna posted on social media about returning to the US to vote for Harris, while Beyonce appeared at a Democratic rally in Houston, Texas. Lopez spoke out at a Democratic rally in Las Vegas, and Springsteen performed at a rally in Clarkston, Georgia, arguing that Harris will protect democracy and fight for women's reproductive rights.
Fat Joe, Ricky Martin, Smokey Robinson, and Will.i.am have also endorsed Harris.
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Authors
Margaret Atwood, the author of the renowned novels "The Handmaid's Tale" and "The Surfacing", is one of over 700 authors who have voiced their support for Kamala Harris in the election. Louise Erdrich, the author of "The Sentence" and "The Round House", is also among the 700 authors who have endorsed Harris's campaign.
J.J. Abrams, the director of several Star Wars films, is another prominent author endorsing Harris. Judy Blume, whose works include "Deenie" and "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret", has also added her support for Harris's candidacy.
Additionally, Dave Eggers, the author of "The Circle" and "A Hologram for the King", is part of the group of authors endorsing Harris. Glennon Doyle, known for her books "Untamed" and "Love Warrior", has also expressed her support for Harris in the election.
These authors, along with many others, have publicly declared their backing for Kamala Harris, demonstrating the significant support she has garnered from the literary community.
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TV personalities
Kamala Harris has received endorsements from a number of TV personalities. Alyssa Farah Griffin of The View has publicly supported Harris, as has Meghann Fahy, who revealed her vote on her Instagram story. Charmed actress Alyssa Milano also voted for Harris, as did Garcelle Beauvais, who endorsed the VP on Instagram. Zoe Saldana and Alanis Morisette also posted photos of themselves with Harris on Instagram, indicating their support.
Fat Joe spoke at a Harris rally, addressing Latino and Black voters and urging them not to vote for Trump. Lisa Rinna posted a video with Beyoncé's "Freedom" and hashtags indicating her support for Harris. Sarah Jessica Parker listed 25 reasons why she would vote for Harris on Instagram, and Drew Carey tweeted that he would be voting for Harris because he "doesn't want the keys to the country handed to a racist, grifting, Hitler-loving, lying POS."
Other TV personalities who have endorsed Harris include Ken Jeong, Smokey Robinson, Reese Witherspoon, and John Oliver.
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Political figures
Kamala Harris has received endorsements from several political figures, including former US presidents and their family members. Former President Jimmy Carter, who recently celebrated his 100th birthday, voted for Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz. Carter's support for Harris was echoed by former President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, as well as former President Bill Clinton and his wife, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Barbara Pierce Bush, the daughter and granddaughter of former Republican Presidents George W. Bush and George H.W. Bush, respectively, actively campaigned for Harris in Pennsylvania.
Other political figures who have endorsed Harris include Monica Lewinsky, the former White House intern turned activist, who encouraged voters to support Harris and Walz. Additionally, actor and former Republican governor of California, Arnold Schwarzenegger, endorsed Harris via social media.
Billionaire business magnate Mark Cuban, along with fellow billionaires Bill Gates and Laurene Powell Jobs, also voiced their support for the Harris-Walz ticket. Oprah Winfrey, a media mogul, and billionaire endorsed Harris as well.
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Athletes
Several athletes have publicly supported Kamala Harris, with some even joining the "Athletes for Harris" coalition. This group was launched by the Harris-Walz campaign to mobilize athletes and coaches in the final weeks of the campaign and connect with key voting blocs. The coalition includes ten co-chairs, with one of them being Paralympic athlete Truwit, who stated:
> "I just got back from the Paralympics a few weeks ago and now more than ever feel the importance of unity and unifying voices. And Vice President Harris is a vote for kindness, inclusivity, and unity."
Other athletes who have endorsed Harris include four-time NBA champion Stephen Curry, who shares a Bay Area native status with Harris and has found their political views to be aligned. Megan Rapinoe, who previously supported Hillary Clinton in the 2016 elections, has also shown support for Harris.
Additionally, Olympic athletes Simone Biles, Suni Lee, and Allyson Felix have expressed their desire to see Harris become the first woman elected president. Biles, in particular, shared a post on her Instagram Stories supporting the restoration of bodily autonomy, reflecting her alignment with Harris's agenda.
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Frequently asked questions
Musicians who have publicly supported Kamala Harris include Ariana Grande, Cardi B, John Legend, Charli XCX, Taylor Swift, Madonna, Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, and Bruce Springsteen.
Actors who have publicly supported Kamala Harris include Lady Gaga, Harrison Ford, Ken Jeong, Reese Witherspoon, Leonardo DiCaprio, Sarah Jessica Parker, Drew Carey, and Zoe Saldana.
Authors who have publicly supported Kamala Harris include Margaret Atwood, Louise Erdrich, Judy Blume, Dave Eggers, and Glennon Doyle.
Politicians who have publicly supported Kamala Harris include former President Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton, Jimmy Carter, and Arnold Schwarzenegger.
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