Full list of celebrities endorsing RFK Jr.

As we edge closer to November’s general election, many celebrities are expressing support for either Donald Trump or Joe Biden, but a growing number back independent Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Kennedy, son of former Senator Robert F. Kennedy and nephew of former President John F. Kennedy—both assassinated in the 1960s—rose to prominence in recent years with his vocal stance against vaccines.

The 70-year-old attorney sought to challenge Joe Biden for the 2024 Democratic presidential nomination but withdrew from the race and declared himself an independent candidate in October 2023.

Many view Kennedy as a controversial choice due to his strong anti-vaccine stance and reported support of conspiracy theories, such as the unsubstantiated beliefs that COVID-19 targets certain races, the 2004 presidential election was stolen by voter fraud, and a link between mass shootings and prescription drugs.

As more celebrities speak out in support of Kennedy, Newsweek has compiled a list of them.

Newsweek emailed Kennedy’s press team for comment on Thursday.

Jenny McCarthy and Donnie Wahlberg

On Saturday, former New Kids on the Block star Donnie Wahlberg and his wife, actor Jenny McCarthy, publicly endorsed Kennedy on social media.

In a video uploaded to Instagram, McCarthy said: “I’m endorsing Bobby for president.”

“Our dear friend Bobby,” Wahlberg chimed in, before the duo shouted: “Go Bobby.”

Rob Schneider

In 2023, the actor and comedian endorsed Kennedy in the 2024 Democratic Party presidential primaries. Then, in April this year, Schneider appeared on Fox & Friends First to explain why he supported the independent presidential candidate.

Schneider said health care is one of his top priorities: “We spent five times more than they do in Europe for health care. And we have way worse results. We can’t have 60 percent of the American population, unhealthy, 54 percent of children. That needs to be the biggest story for you guys in all mass media. The fact that children have chronic illness at over 50 percent, that’s a 10-12-year-old statistic. So we have to get people healthy.”

He added: “[Kenny is] talking about things that really matter.”

Schneider also stated that people are tired of being offered the same thing, alluding to the potential rematch between President Biden and former President Trump.

Alicia Silverstone

In a post to Instagram on June 6, 2023, Alicia Silverstone revealed that in 2022, she canceled her Democratic Party registration and registered as an independent voter.

She explained that she did this because she was “deeply disappointed with political leadership at every turn.” The Clueless star pointed to “division,” “lies” and “the profiteering at the expense of the people and public health.”

“But @robertfkennedyjr gives me hope,” she wrote. “This man gets me excited about the potential for truth and justice. He provides hope for young and old to trust our government once again. RFK Jr. is a person we can be inspired and be proud to call President.

“Bobby is a true leader. He loves our country deeply and is the most courageous warrior. He fights for all mothers and children. He fights for our planet, fairness, and freedom. He is someone who can unify the divide in this country. He is a walking history book; a passionate loving human with no tolerance for corruption or bullying.

“I love his vision of peace, unity, and justice for all. I am uplifted by his commitment to protect civil and worker rights as well as our children’s health. We need leaders who will resolve poverty, pollution, inequality, and stop wars… Bobby is that leader.”

Silverstone finished the post by recommending that those feeling disenfranchised by the government listen to Kennedy speak. She also stated that she has worked alongside Kennedy for children’s health and our environment for “15-plus years.”

She added: “I love me some Bobby!! He is just incredible. If you want more information, go to Kennedy24.com to learn more about this incredible leader.”

Kevin Spacey

On May 6, Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey took to social media to call Kennedy a “formidable fighter for justice” and a “loyal friend” when he reposted a promotional video for Kennedy’s presidential campaign narrated by actor Woody Harrelson.

“There’s a lot I can learn from this man. When the world turned its back on me, Bobby leaned in [prayer emoji],” Spacey wrote on X (formerly Twitter), referring to the charges of sexual misconduct leveled against him which he was cleared of in court.

“He’s a formidable fighter for justice and a loyal friend that’s not afraid to stand up for what he believes.”

While Harrelson narrated the video, he denied that he was endorsing Kennedy.

“Bobby is a personal friend,” he told USA TODAY through his representative. “I don’t endorse candidates from either party because I’m an anarchist.”

There’s a lot I can learn from this man. When the world turned its back on me, Bobby leaned in. 🙏🏼

He’s a formidable fighter for justice and a loyal friend that’s not afraid to stand up for what he believes. https://t.co/DSYLbiiJjz

— Kevin Spacey (@KevinSpacey) May 6, 2024

Cheryl Hines

Cheryl Hines, who starred in Curb Your Enthusiasm, has been married to the independent candidate since 2014. She publicly supports her husband by attending a variety of his fundraisers and rallies.

While Hines supports Kennedy’s political goals, she doesn’t agree with all of his opinions. On January 23 Kennedy spoke at an anti-vaccine rally, where he compared the pressure to get vaccinated to the Nazi regime.

“Even in Hitler’s Germany, you could cross the Alps into Switzerland, you could hide in an attic like Anne Frank did. Today, the mechanisms are being put in place that will make it so none of us can run, and none of us can hide,” he said.

When a video of the speech went viral online, Hines wrote on X: “My husband’s opinions are not a reflection of my own. While we love each other, we differ on many current issues.”

Jessica Sutta

In recent months Jessica Sutta, a former member of The Pussycat Dolls, has been supporting Kennedy and Nicole Shanahan, his running mate, in a variety of posts on social media. She has also spoken at their voter rallies.

In an Instagram post from March, Sutta explained that she didn’t become a political person until “my health was ripped from me.” She claimed that she had been diagnosed with vaccine-induced lupus, which has taught her to “stand for what’s right for humanity.”

Her caption continued: “Sorry to disappoint but I will not back down. I Def [sic] did not feel good yesterday as my body was in a lupus flare but it was beautiful for my soul to be apart [sic] of history. Proud to know @theangiestanton who did incredible yesterday!! Nicole Shanahan is gonna make a perfect VP. Her goal is to end the epidemic for chronic illness amongst our youth. Let’s GO!”

Pierce Brosnan

While Pierce Brosnan hasn’t publicly said anything himself, a photo of him alongside Kennedy was uploaded to X on September 22, 2023.

Kennedy uploaded a photo of him and the movie star with the caption: “Two Irishmen at the Kennedy for President fundraiser on Point Dume last night.”

Eric Clapton

In September 2023, Eric Clapton raised $2.2 million for Kennedy at a private fundraiser. According to a statement from Kennedy’s campaign, the event raised $1 million for the campaign and $1.2 million for a super political action committee supporting him.

Tickets for the event, where the Grammy-winning musician performed live, cost from $3,300 to $6,600.

“Please join Eric Clapton and me in LA for a special campaign fundraiser + private musical performance!” Kennedy posted to X in August 2023.

Aaron Rodgers

Rumors previously circulated that NFL veteran Aaron Rodgers might have been chosen as a running mate for the independent presidential candidate. While Kennedy eventually chose Shanahan, Rodgers explained how he felt about the possibility of him taking on the role during an interview with Tucker Carlson.

“My thing is [Donald Trump] had four years to do it and didn’t drain the swamp,” Rodgers said. “And whether he just got scared because of what he learned when he was in there — I think it’s very plausible.

“But that’s why I was interested when Bobby came to me and said: ‘Would you think about being my running mate?’ And I said, ‘Are you serious? I’m a f****** football player.’ But I love this country, and I’d love to be a part of bringing it back to what she used to be.”

Rodgers, who led the Green Bay Packers to Super Bowl victory in 2011, told Carlson he considered taking on the position, saying: “Oh yeah, I thought about it. I definitely thought about it because I love Bobby, and I just wanted to hear what he had to say about it.”

Rodgers has continued to publicly support Kennedy.

Jeremy Piven

Jeremy Piven, best-known for Entourage, was a surprise guest at “A Night of Laughter With RFK Jr. & Friends,” Kennedy’s comedy fundraiser in downtown Los Angeles in February. Piven compared white men to Bitcoin during his time on stage.

“We were the toast of the town, and now everyone’s trying to dump us,” he said, per The Washington Post.