Adding further star power to Kamala Harris’ campaign event, Detroit-born rapper Eminem endorsed the Vice President and the Democratic candidate for the 2024 Presidential election. Marshall Mathers then welcomed former President Barack Obama to the stage. Obama then took to the stage and rapped a few lines to Eminem's ‘Lose Yourself’.
Detroit has a democratic stronghold for a long time and this campaign event brought together two legendary cultural icons in support of Harris. Michigan is a key swing state, and it will play a significant role in deciding the consequences of the 2024 election.
Renowned personalities, both from the realm of sports and Hollywood, have shown their endorsements for the candidates, hoping to influence the outcome of the November 2024 elections. Here are the celebrities who have shown support for Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democratic Kamala Harris:
Taking to Instagram, actress Sarah Jessica Parker showed her support for the Democratic candidate by posting a photo of herself hanging a sign of Harris/Walz on her home window, with a detailed list stating the reasons why she would vote for the duo.
Danica Patrick, 42, in an interview with Fox News, revealed that she has never voted for any candidate in a Presidential election before. However, this time she will vote for Donald Trump, as she considers him the only “rational, reasonable choice.”
Country singer Willie Nelson announced on Saturday that he will host a "Cannabis Community Zoom" event in support of Kamala Harris on Thursday, Oct. 24. The virtual gathering will feature appearances by notable figures such as Whoopi Goldberg, Brittney Spencer, Margo Price, and Dahr Jamail.
Lizzo and Usher campaigned for Kamala Harris in key swing states of Michigan and Detroit, respectively. During her speech, Lizzo responded to a negative remark made by Trump about Detroit, saying, "They claim if Kamala wins, the whole country will be like Detroit. Proud like Detroit, resilient like Detroit."
The trio joined former President Donald Trump at a rally in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, where former wide receiver Antonio Brown took the opportunity to criticize Vice President Kamala Harris's running mate, Tim Walz. Brown remarked, "Tampon Tim Walz, he isn't a real football coach. He could never guard me."
Cher endorsed Harris in a video. She said that she is proudly voting for Harris and Walz because they are the one “who will protect our rights.”
Dave Ramsey announced his support for Donald Trump, stating that Trump aligns with his preferences on key issues. He explained, "He's the candidate most likely to bring me a tax policy I agree with, an immigration policy I agree with, a foreign policy I agree with... a gun policy I agree with, a climate change policy I agree with, and a stance on woke culture that I agree with."
Musician Marc Anthony, whose parents are of Puerto Rican descent, appeared in an ad supporting Kamala Harris, where he criticized Trump’s response to Hurricane Maria, which devastated Puerto Rico in 2017. He stated, "I remember what he did and what he said... About our people."
Billionaire pop star Taylor Swift endorsed Kamala Harris in an Instagram post shortly after a debate between Harris and Trump concluded. She joins fellow musicians Olivia Rodrigo, John Legend, Cardi B, Kesha, Billie Eilish, Finneas, Chappell Roan, Bruce Springsteen, and Neil Young, along with Tina Knowles, Beyoncé’s mother. Although artists like Stevie Nicks, Charli XCX, and Beyoncé haven’t made formal endorsements, Beyoncé has allowed her song "Freedom" to be used in Harris's campaign.
A host of actors have also voiced support for Harris, including George Clooney, Barbra Streisand, Rosie O'Donnell, Jamie Lee Curtis, Mindy Kaling, Kerry Washington, and Jennifer Aniston, along with directors like Ken Burns, Spike Lee, and Aaron Sorkin. TV producer Andy Cohen has also declared his backing for Harris.
UFC President Dana White publicly endorsed Trump during the Republican National Convention, while actors like Dennis Quaid, Jon Voight, Rosanne Barr, and Zachary Levi have shown their support as well.
Several musicians have backed Trump, including Kid Rock, Amber Rose, Chris Janson, Jason Aldean, reggaeton artist Nicky Jam, and Azealia Banks.
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy declared that voting for Trump over Biden was a "no-brainer." He has the backing of Joe Germanotta, a New York City restaurant owner and father of pop star Lady Gaga. Billionaires such as Elon Musk and Steve Wynn have also voiced their support for the former president, alongside notable donors including Bill Ackman, Marc Andreessen, and others.
