Harris and Trump’s biggest celebrity endorsements: from Taylor Swift to Hulk Hogan

The most noteworthy aspect of the fiery debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump may have been the celebrity endorsement that followed.

Like millions, Taylor Swift told her followers that 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.

As the candidates vie for votes, they are also securing endorsements from some of the biggest names in entertainment. Celebrities have long played a role in American politics, often using their platforms to influence public opinion and rally support for their preferred candidates. In the Harris v. Trump showdown, the battle for celebrity endorsements is not just about star power—it's a reflection of the broader cultural divide in the country. Let's dive into who is backing whom in this high-stakes contest.

Ellie Cunningham reports.

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[juliethompson]

The title says it all. Taylor Swift vs. Hulk Hogan. 😂😂😂

[MrHarding]

Shouldnt be announcing anything because people are stupid enough to let a random celebrity tell them who to vote for

[davidposey]

Just because she can sing doesn't make her wise about politics.

[wolfmangoland]

Comparing Taylor Swift to Hulk Hogan is like saying a Grammy-winning pop star and a wrestling legend are the same because they both know how to 'rock'—one with chart-topping hits and the other with body slams. Taylor’s here to shake off the drama, while Hogan’s still trying to body-slam his way into the 80s!

[jal]

Who in their right mind listens to celebrities on political subjects? I mean….really?!!!

[FFRDF]

Kid Rock, Kanye, Hulk Hogan 😂😂😂😂😂😂. A bunch of w⚓️s 😂😂

[angelaphilpott]

This should not be allowed!! Keep opinions to yourself i say &don’t try to influence other’s opinions

[e.angelwing]

An artist that has influence on the public should never express their political preferences. There are enough sheep in this world to vote blindly without having a clue of the consequences of their actions.

[Mighty]

Hogan is no more than a has been wrestler

[YesJustice]

💯Taylor Swift knows the truth and she follows the truth 💙💙💙We can see who is ready and perfect for that position of a President; Trump was rambling, mumbling and grumbling on that stage without any specifics to help American am voting for Harris/Walz for too 💙💙💙💙💙

[redjarvis]

why did you show a picture of RFK when talking about JD Vance?

[ischbuv]

They must need to launder some more $$$ Taylor sings to teeny boppers

[tadger]

It's actually Swift Vs Musk, and I know which one is more useful to mankind (humankind for those that get pissy)..

[TheLupitaK]

I am 60+ years old, and I didn't know who Taylor Swift was, but after she ENDORSED VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS, I wanted to know who this smart girl was. SHE GOT A NEW FAN !!!

[TaylorSwiftIsGod]

Drop REP TV tonight at VMAs and yell "Go Kamala"!!!!

[jeanghiberti]

Elon- graduate University of Pennsylvania, additional study at Stanford, creator of rockets.
Taylor- high school graduate from homeschool, wears glittery leotards and entertains pre-teen girls.
🤣🤣🤣

[steffanmevel]

That was rfk jr not jd vance in the photo

[thomassayers]

Starting or involvement in wars does not endorse any green policies, nor does it make for stability. Thinking back I don't think that any pop star followed would have made me vote for anything. In fact I think most of them would have said " It's up to you" Notice in those old Beatles movies how they constantly mock themselves.

[ponyboycurtis]

A 2 minute video..and 1 minute 30 seconds of it was spent on pro Harris stuff and less than 30 seconds on Trump...yeah this was biased.

[porksausage-tb]

What next which candidate is endorsed by king kong ET jaws yhe great white shark bugs bunny Winnie the pooh (woops sorry hes British not American) superman spiderman james bond (woops hes British not American) and so on list is endless donald duck eill endorse donald trump as they share same first name😂😂😂😂😂😂😂