With just a few days left until the US election, celebrities are increasingly voicing their support for their preferred candidates. Across Hollywood, the music industry, and other cultural spheres, the general trend has been for celebrities to back Kamala Harris. While this isn't particularly surprising, what is noteworthy is the relatively extensive list of celebrities who are publicly aligning themselves with her opponent. Often seen as divisive, Donald Trump has struggled to maintain the celebrity endorsements he once enjoyed before his political career. Just this week, 50 Cent claimed he was asked to perform as part of Trump's presidential campaign. The rapper revealed on 'The Breakfast Club' podcast that the former US president wanted him to perform at the recent controversial Madison Square Garden rally for a $3 million fee. 50 Cent, whose real name is Curtis Jackson, also reportedly turned down an offer to play his song 'Many Men (Wish Death)' at the Republican National Convention earlier this year for a similar amount. The 2003 song, known for its music video depicting the rapper's shooting in 2000, has seen a surge in popularity since the Pennsylvania assassination attempt against Trump this year. The rapper has capitalized on this, performing alongside an image of his album cover altered to feature the presidential candidate's face. 50 Cent joins a growing list of musicians, actors, and media personalities who have distanced themselves from the controversial former president. It's not uncommon for musicians to threaten legal action over Trump's use of their songs on the campaign trail. Before his political ambitions, Trump's name was a frequent fixture in the hip-hop scene, often portrayed as a capitalist icon in songs by artists like Rick Ross, Nas, Lil Wayne, and Mac Miller. However, fewer artists are willing to associate with him since his successful 2016 presidential run. Here is a non-exhaustive list of some celebrities who have publicly supported the controversial political candidate.
In recent months, Trump has sought to appeal to the Latin voter base, receiving public endorsements from three Puerto Rican musicians. Anuel AA and Justin Quiles joined Trump on stage at a Pennsylvania rally in August, praising him, with Anuel claiming that while Biden promised things for Puerto Ricans, he hasn't delivered. Similarly, Nicky Jam endorsed Trump in September during a Las Vegas event. However, after comedian Tony Hinchcliffe's controversial remarks about Puerto Rico at the Madison Square Garden rally, Jam rescinded his endorsement of the former president. Buzz Aldrin, the second man to walk on the moon, revealed this week that he voted for Trump, emphasizing his focus on space exploration. SpaceX founder Elon Musk has also shown support for Trump, attending multiple rallies and expressing concerns that Trump might be sent to prison if he loses. Kanye 'Ye' West, Jim Caviezel, Jake Paul, and Kim Kardashian have also shown varying degrees of support for Trump. World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) personalities like Hulk Hogan and the Undertaker have endorsed Trump, as have UK celebrities like Russell Brand, Liz Truss, Boris Johnson, and Nigel Farage. Jon Voight, Zachary Levi, Dr. Phil, and 'Tiger King' star Joe Exotic have also publicly supported Trump.
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