Even in its early stages — we're still more than six months away from the actual party nominations — the 2016 presidential election has been a captivating contest. If you feel like sometimes you can't look away, well, you're not alone. Even celebrities are finding themselves drawn into the candidates campaigns, and Refinery29 has curated a selection of who our favorite stars are supporting.
Hollywood has never shied away from getting involved in political and social issues, and the coming election is not breaking tradition. There are a ton of celebrities who have been lending their time, money, and talents to the various political campaigns. And many of them aren't just contributing the weight of a famous name– plenty of celebrities have been getting in on the ground with phone banks or fundraising.
Sadly for the Republican party, Hollywood does tend to lean liberal. But that doesn't mean that the GOP is totally out of luck. There are actually a few conservatives in Hollywood — and some are unexpected.
If you're curious as to who's won the crucial Kardashian vote, or who not-so-secretly supports Trump, we've got your answers. We'll be updating this list as more celebrities make their opinions known, so if there's someone you don't see, feel free to tell us who we've missed!
This story was originally published on January 29, 2016.
Aaron Carter Supports Donald Trump.
Aaron’s party is the one that Trump’s running in. On February 27, the singer retweeted a Trump comment about his self-funded campaign, adding, “Does America want to have a president who FOLLOWS or someone who leads? I vote For @realdonaldtrump.”
Spike Lee supports Bernie Sanders.
In a radio ad released on February 23, Spike Lee announced his official endorsement of Bernie Sanders' 2016 presidential campaign. "This is your dude, Spike Lee. And I know that you know that the system is rigged! For too long, we've given our votes to corporate puppets,"Lee said in the ad. "That's why I am officially endorsing my brother, Bernie Sanders...when Bernie gets in the White House, he will do the right thing."
In the ad, Lee cited Sanders' civil rights record as a reason he supports the Vermont senator's presidential ambitions.
Will Ferrell supports Hillary Clinton.
Will Ferrell started the 2016 campaign season as a Bernie Sanders supporter — but now, he's supporting Sanders' Democratic primary rival, Hillary Clinton. Ferrell originally appeared on Sanders' official campaign list of celebrity supporters, CNN notes, but he recently campaigned for Clinton in Nevada. Ahead of the Nevada Democratic caucus, Ferrell urged his Twitter followers to "caucus for Hillary."
It's not all bad blood, though — in a statement provided to CNN, Ferrell said, "whoever the Democratic nominee is, they will have my vote."
Morgan Freeman supports Hillary Clinton.
Morgan Freeman lent his voice to a campaign ad for Hillary Clinton that focuses on her civil rights record. The ad spot came ahead of the South Carolina Democratic primary on February 27.
"Her life's work has been about breaking barriers, and so would her presidency," Freeman said in the ad. "She understands that our country can't reach its potential unless we all do."
Emily Ratajkowski supports Bernie Sanders.
Model and actress Emily Ratajkowski introduced Bernie Sanders at a campaign rally earlier this month. She also shared her support for Sanders by posting a photo of herself in a "Bernie" sweater on Instagram.
Azealia Banks supports Donald Trump.
Rapper Azealia Banks has never been afraid to speak her mind, but many people were surprised when she shared a message of support for Donald Trump.
On February 1, Banks tweeted, "Ok so, I think I'm ready to admit that I'm going to vote for Donald Trump."Banks went on to tweet that the businessman is "the only one who truly has the balls to bust up big business."
Patrick J. Adams supports Bernie Sanders.
Patrick J. Adams, star of USA's Suits, shared an Instagram image explaining what a political caucus is ahead of the Iowa caucuses. Along with the definition of "caucus," Adams shared the hashtag "#caucusforbernie," showing his support for Bernie Sanders.
Chloë Grace Moretz supports Hillary Clinton.
In February, Chloë Grace Moretz campaigned for Hillary Clinton in Las Vegas, encouraging young people to make their voices heard.
"We have to go out there, we have to use our voice and our vote,"Moretz said at the campaign event.
Kendall Jenner supports Hillary Clinton.
For her very first presidential election, 20-year-old Jenner is supporting Hillary Clinton. She tweeted a photo of her wearing a Marc Jacobs tee with Clinton's face with the hashtag #ImWithHer.
Abbi Jacobson and Ilana Glazer support Hillary Clinton.
The Broad City ladies invited Clinton to appear on an upcoming episode of their Comedy Central show.
Lena Dunham supports Hillary Clinton.
Dunham has campaigned for Clinton, wearing a variety of Clinton-themed outfits, and speaking on her behalf in Iowa, saying,
"I can't talk about Hillary Clinton without also acknowledging that she has survived horrific, gendered attacks on nearly every single aspect of her character with tremendous grace and aplomb."
Amy Schumer supports Hillary Clinton.
Schumer has posted multiple photos featuring her posing with Clinton on Instagram. In an interview with AOL, she called herself a "huge fan" of the Democratic candidate.
Kelsey Grammer supports Ben Carson.
A photo of Grammer and his wife, Kayte, posing with the Carsons, was posted to the Grammer's joint Instagram account with the caption, "Carson for President! We approve this message. #CarsonforPresident"
Demi Lovato supports Hillary Clinton.
Lovato performed at a rally for Clinton, saying,"I am voting for her because I truly believe that there is nobody more qualified to run this country — our country — than our secretary of state."
Katy Perry supports Hillary Clinton.
Perry performed for a Clinton rally in Iowa, encouraging the crowd to vote, saying,"So much change can happen. Let's go Hillary!"
Kerry Washington supports Hillary Clinton.
Washington spoke about Clinton's bid for the nomination with Entertainment Tonight, saying, "I'm excited for her, and I'm sure I'll be hitting the stump trail."
Clinton was also photographed with Washington on the set of Scandal, and Tony Goldwyn (who plays President Fitzgerald Grant III on the show) later tweeted that the former secretary of state is the "ultimate gladiator."
Kid Rock supports Ben Carson.
When asked if he thought he'd endorse a 2016 presidential candidate by Rolling Stone Magazine in February 2015, Rock said,"I'm very interested in the things that Ben Carson has to say."
Lady Gaga supports Hillary Clinton.
Gaga posed with Clinton while holding a "Yaaas, Hillary" T-shirt.
Sarah Silverman supports Bernie Sanders.
This summer Silverman introduced Sanders at an event in Los Angeles, saying,"His moral compass and sense of values inspires me. He always seems to be on the right side of history."
Gary Busey supports Donald Trump.
Busey spoke to Fox411 about Trump, saying,"I know him personally. I know him professionally. He's a great guy. He's sharp. He's fast. He can change the country after the last eight years."
Ronda Rousey supports Bernie Sanders.
Rousey explained in an interview with Maxim, "I'm voting for Bernie Sanders, because he doesn’t take any corporate money. I don't think politicians should be allowed to take money for their campaigns from outside interests."
Daniel Craig supports Bernie Sanders.
Craig made a substantial donation (nearly $50,000) to Americans Socially United, a super PAC supporting Sanders (though the integrity of the PAC itself has been questioned).
The Duggars support Mike Huckabee.
Though the Duggars had expressed support for Huckabee, their endorsement was removed from his website in June.
Kim Kardashian supports Hillary Clinton.
Kardashian posted a selfie with her husband Kayne West and Hillary Clinton to Twitter and Instagram with the caption, "I got my selfie!!! I really loved hearing her speak & hearing her goals for our country! #HillaryForPresident"
Donnie Wahlberg supports Carly Fiorina.
Wahlberg tweeted out his support for Fiorina this past August, writing, "Watching @CarlyFiorina on #MeetThePress She is a strong human being and a strong candidate for President in 2016!"
Susan Sarandon supports Bernie Sanders.
Sarandon tweeted a photo of herself working the phone banks for Sanders, and she appeared with him while he campaigned in Iowa.
Chuck Norris supports Mike Huckabee.
Norris appeared in an ad supporting Huckabee in 2008, and during this primary season, Huckabee has tweeted out photos featuring himself and Norris spending time together.
Anna Wintour supports Hillary Clinton.
Anna Wintour, Vogue's editor-in-chief, sported a Marc Jacobs T-shirt emblazoned with Hillary Clinton's face during New York Fashion Week in February. Wintour has also supported Clinton's presidential ambitions through various fundraisers.
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