Taylor Swift, Matt Damon and 5 Other Hollywood Stars Who Will Absolutely Not Support Donald Trump After His Debate With Kamala Harris
- Celebrities like Taylor Swift and Matt Damon back Kamala Harris’s campaign.
- Oprah Winfrey hosts a major livestream event supporting Harris’s bid.
- George Clooney and other stars also show strong support for Harris's presidential run.
When the dust settled from the latest presidential debate between Former US President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, it wasn’t just the candidates making headlines.
As Harris took center stage as the Democratic nominee, a host of celebrities like Taylor Swift jumped in to show their support in star-filled ways. Many of them have already been vocal in their support for Harris.
In a time when celebrity endorsements can sway public opinion, these stars are making their support for Harris crystal clear. But before diving into their enthusiastic backing, let’s take a moment to reflect on the spectacle that was the debate—a clash of titans with sharp rhetoric, and plenty of drama to go around.
The debate, broadcast on ABC News and NBC, began at 9 pm EST and lasted around 90 minutes. During this time, both candidates fiercely argued about the economy, abortion rights, the Israel-Gaza conflict, the Russia-Ukraine war, immigration laws, and more.
Now, keep reading to discover which top celebrities are ditching support for the 45th US President after this debate—as they throw their full backing behind the Vice President instead!
7 Hollywood Stars Who Back Kamala Harris, Dismissing Donald Trump
Meet seven Hollywood stars who are throwing their support behind Kamala Harris for President. And guess what? These celebs might not be too keen on Donald Trump. Get ready for some political drama with a touch of Tinseltown glamour!
Taylor Swift
First up is pop star Taylor Swift. After watching the debate, she jumped on Instagram to back Kamala Harris. Known for her amazing music and strong voice, the 34-year-old urged her fans to dig into the candidates’ plans and policies before voting. Tay wrapped up with this message, writing:
I will be casting my vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 Presidential Election.
It came after the singer recently discovered that a fake AI-generated endorsement of Donald Trump was posted on his website. This incident heightened her concerns about AI and the spread of misinformation. To counter this, she decided to be very clear about her own voting intentions.
Matt Damon
Next, we have Matt Damon, the Hollywood heavyweight. Damon is set to join forces with Lin-Manuel Miranda for a high-profile fundraiser. The event, costing a whopping $25,000 per ticket (via Bloomberg), is aimed at boosting Harris’s campaign coffers.
With his star power and Miranda’s Broadway flair, this fundraiser is expected to be a major hit. Damon’s involvement shows he is a serious supporter of Harris’s quest for the presidency.
George Clooney
Then there’s George Clooney, who has been vocal about his political preferences. Clooney penned an essay calling on Biden to step aside, but he’s fully backing Harris now.
According to Vanity Fair, a statement too CNN, he praised Harris and expressed enthusiasm for her campaign. Clooney’s support is like a golden endorsement, which adds weight to her bid.
Oprah Winfrey
Oprah Winfrey is another powerful ally. She’s hosting a major livestream event titled ‘Unite for America,’ where various pro-Harris groups will come together. Scheduled for September 19, this event will be streamed on multiple platforms, including YouTube and TikTok. Oprah’s ability to gather and mobilize people is legendary, and her support could turn the tide in Harris’ favor.
Mark Hamill
Mark Hamill, best known for his role as Luke Skywalker, has also joined the ranks of Harris supporters. Hamill shared a photo with Harris on X, adding a heartfelt hashtag: #HamillHeartsHarris. Check out the post below:
His endorsement is a public show of support from a beloved actor whose backing could sway many.
Jamie Lee Curtis
Jamie Lee Curtis, famous for her acting and activism, also threw her support behind Harris. On Instagram, Curtis shared a screenshot of a snippet from a news story about the speech and added the cheeky caption, “The rallying cry for this election! MIND YOUR OWN DAMN BUSINESS. @kamalaharris @timwalz.” Looks like Curtis is serving up some political sass with a side of humour!
Kerry Washington
Lastly, Kerry Washington has been a vocal supporter of Harris. At the Democratic National Convention, Washington played a major role. She even stepped up to the mic to help pronounce Harris’s name right, with Harris’ adorable great-nieces, Amara and Leela, by her side. Her star power and active involvement in the convention show her strong backing of Harris’s campaign.
