A-list celebrities have typically endorsed Democratic candidates like Joe Biden, while Republican candidates like Donald Trump have had an odd mix of C- and D-list celebrity supporters. Despite the star power, celebrity endorsements may not have a significant impact on voters’ decisions. Trump’s current and former celebrity supporters include Dana White, Amber Rose, Savannah Chrisley, Chris Janson, Roseanne Barr, 50 Cent, Hulk Hogan, Stephen Baldwin, Kid Rock, Lil Wayne, Stacey Dash, and Scott Baio. Some of these celebrities have faced controversy for their support of Trump, such as Roseanne Barr who was fired from her show for racist comments. Others, like Dana White, have longstanding relationships with Trump dating back to the early 2000s. Stacey Dash, who initially supported Trump, changed her tune after the January 6th riots at the Capitol. Despite the array of celebrity support, the impact on the overall political landscape may be negligible. Celebrity endorsements are often used to add some entertainment value to nomination conventions, presenting a mix of politicians and famous faces to the audience. Regardless of celebrity endorsements, political engagement and voter turnout remain key factors in determining election outcomes.
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