1. George Clooney
As the country preps for the 2016 presidential election, there’s been endless talk of frontrunners Hillary, Bernie, Cruz, and—of course—Trump. And in addition to who will succeed the Obamas in the White House, you also might be wondering how your favorite celebrities vote.
It’s no secret that Hollywood has a huge impact on just about every facet of our culture, politics included, thanks to the fact that money and fame are powerful tools with which to bring attention to a particular candidate.
So it’s always interesting to see where the political allegiance of our country’s most recognizable stars lie.
George was a known supporter of President Obama during the 2008 and 2012 campaigns.
2. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
He's is widely known to support the democratic party.
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The Rock is a registered Republican. He however is open to friendships on both sides.
3. Leonardo DiCaprio
He told the Associated Press, "I have good friends who are politicians on both sides...Clinton is a good buddy of mine; Obama is a good buddy of mine—a multitude of people who are buddies.”
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Leo is also an active Democratic.
4. Kristin Chenoweth
He publicly supported John Kerry in the 2004 election and donated to the Obama campaign in 2008.
Kristin swings Republican, but shares both conservative and liberal views on issues.
5. Beyoncé
She is also outspoken about her Christian faith, but supports same sex marriage.
Beyoncé is a Democrat, having supported Obama's 2008 and 2012 campaigns. Beyoncé sang the national anthem at Obama's 2012 inauguration.
6. Clint Eastwood
Her and Jay-Z frequently raise money for the party. According to the Washington Post they hosted a charity event at the 40/40 Club in Manhattan at $40,000 a head.
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Clint Eastwood is a devoted Republican.
7. Katy Perry
He is well respected with the party and seen as a forward-thinking, progressive Republican.
Katy Perry performed at a political rally for the Obama 2012 campaign and at his inauguration in 2012.
8. Bruce Willis
Her parents are Republican and she didn't let them attend the show because they did not support Obama.
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9. Natalie Portman
Although known for his conservative leanings, he still is not set on some of the issues, as he has publicly supported elements of free health care, the 2nd Amendment and the right to bear arms.
Natalie Portman has supported the Obamas since Barack's first campaign.
10. Sarah Michelle Gellar
She is pro-life and stated during a speech "President Obama fights for women every day, and I am proud to stand with him on behalf of women and girls across the country."
She is reported to be a registered Republican, but she has made many comments that imply she is much more liberal than we thought.
11. Reese Witherspoon
In 2008 she was supportive of Obama and said she was "thrilled" and "couldn't ask for anything better."
Reese has monetarily supported the Democratic party.
12. 50 Cent
She donated money in support of Hillary Clinton's senatorial campaigns in 2003 and 2005.
50 judges who he supports on more than just their party affiliation. He therefore fluctuates in his alliance. He famously called George W.
13. Jake Gyllenhaal
Bush a "gangsta" and expressed his support of the Republican party back in 2005, also saying that he would like to "meet George Bush, just shake his hand and tell him how much of me I see in him." On the other hand he has supported both Hillary Clinton and President Obama. He told the Wall Street Journal that "after a while, you look and judge character" rather than leaning towards one party or the other.
Jake is highly active in politics having appeared in a Rock the Vote commercial urging young voters to go and vote.
14. Jessica Simpson
He has also participated in an American Civil Liberties Union advertising campaign to support civil liberties.
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She was an avid supporter of George W.
15. Brad Pitt
Bush.
Brad leans Democrat. His political view is liberal and socially progressive.
16. Julie Bowen
He is a big advocate for the legalization of marijuana. Image source: Splash News
Julie Bowen is a conservative Republican.
17. Cameron Diaz
She donated $1,000 in support of the congressional campaign of Maryland Republican Helen Delich Bentley.
She is a known Democrat.
18. LL Cool J
She supported John Kerry in the 2004 election and donated $26,200 to Obama’s campaign.
During an interview with Piers Morgan, LL denounces assumptions that he is a Republican and states "I don't think anybody should assume that I'm a Democrat either.
19. Adam Sandler
I'm an independent."
20. Jennifer Aniston
Sandler is a registered Republican having previously supported former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani.
Jennifer is a supporter of the Democratic Party.
21. Hillary Duff
According to the Huffington Post, she donated $2,300 during President Obama's first campaign.
Hillary has been noted both as a Democrat and a Republican. She has performed at George W. Bush's 2005 inauguration, but also spoke positively of Obama.
22. Demi Moore
She once tweeted, "Wow just had the most interesting dinner with about 20 couples and @BarackObama!! Always fascinating to talk to such influential people!"
Demi Moore is liberal.
23. Vince Vaughn
She has voiced her support for Obama in both 2008 and 2012.
24. Meryl Streep
Vince Vaughn is a conservative and a big supporter of Ron Paul.
Meryl Streep has shown support to the Democratic Party over the years. Her donations for the Democratic party has totaled more than $39,000.
25. Heather Locklear
She is very vocal about women's rights and gender equality. Picture by: Splash News
Heather remains quiet about politics and her views.
26. Justin Timberlake
But sources do show she is a Republican.
Justin supports Obama and is an active Democrat. In 2012 Justin tweeted "Barack Obama inspires me once again.
27. Taylor Swift
True leadership is when you are willing to risk your power and voice so that ALL of ours can be heard."
Taylor is in a gray area as far as what party she sides with. Her role in the Republican National Convention and her Southern Christian upbringing might show she leans to the right. She however has shown support for both Democrats and Republicans.
28. Shannen Doherty
In 2008, when she was eligible to vote for the first time she performed at the Republican National Convention. That same year, after Obama won the election, she spoke of her support for the new president. She told Rolling Stone Magazine, that she'd "never seen this country so happy about a political decision in my entire time of being alive" and that she was "so glad this was first election."
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Shannen told PR.com that her "values tend to always go toward the Republican Party...I do consider myself a conservative. With that being said, I will not vote for a Republican if I do not actually believe in them.
29. Ben Affleck
My biggest thing is to evoke change and to stand for something, whatever that something may be." Picture by: Tom Meinelt-Jackson Lee / Splash News
30. Kelly Clarkson
Ben is a member of the Democratic party and has endorsed Democratic politicians such as Al Gore, John Kerry, President Obama, and now Hillary Clinton.
Kelly Clarkson has publicly pledged support to members of the Republican party.
31. Jamie Foxx
But, in 2012 she told the Daily Star she was "probably going to vote for Obama again."
Jamie Foxx is a Democrat with high praise for President Obama.
32. Kim Kardashian
Jamie donated $30,400 to the Democratic National Committee in 2009 and another $17,900 to Barack Obama’s reelection campaign.
She voted Republican when she lived by her parents views until she met Kanye West.
33. Cindy Crawford
It's still tough to know what her real political connection is.
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Cindy is not aligned with any party. She endorsed President Obama in 2008 and supported Mitt Romney in the 2012 election.
34. Alec Baldwin
According to CNN, she appeared in a promotional video for the Romney campaign.
Despite her monetary donation to the Obama campaign in 2008, most of her donations have been directed toward the Republican Party.
Alec is an avid Democrat and not afraid of making public statements on his political beliefs.
35. LeAnn Rimes
He Tweeted showing his repulsion for the Republican party by calling them "lying thieves in the White House who make war under false pretenses in order to make $ for their friends."
LeAnn Rimes is an independent.
36. Meg Ryan
When CNN asked her what party she leaned with, she replied "I think everyone should make their own decision without being swayed by a celeb."
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Meg Ryan is a Democrat supporting John Kerry in the 2004 presidential candidate. She has criticized many of former president George W.
37. Kelsey Grammer
Bush's policies.
Kelsey Grammer has called himself a Republican publicly. He was a guest at George W. Bush's first inauguration, campaigned for John McCain in the 2008 general election, and endorsed Michele Bachmann for the Republican nomination for president in 2012.
39. Gary Sinise
38. Ellen Degeneres
Ellen is very liberal, but has called herself "not much of a political person." However, she told Time that "it’s probably fair to say that I’d support the Democratic candidate."Gary Sinise is a known Republican.
40. Matt Damon
The New York Times mentions he is a member of Friends of Abe, which is an exclusive organization of right-wing supporters in the entertainment industry.
Although Matt has criticized Obama's first term, he is a known supporter of the Democratic Party. He has helped fundraise for New Jersey Sen.
Cory Booker and Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren.