A composite image captures actor Dennis Quaid at a rally for Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump in Coachella, California, on October 12, 2024, alongside actor Jennifer Garner (Photo by Reuters).
Actor Jennifer Garner issued a caution to a gathering of 'Moms for Harris' at a tearoom in Tucson, Arizona: Expect an influx of Hollywood stars visiting your state to discuss the November 5 election. 'Jessica Alba, Kerry Washington - my colleagues and friends - will be here tomorrow. We're all just going to barnstorm you and drive you nuts,' Garner quipped with a smile. 'I'm sure everything is a nightmare. You don't even want to turn on the TV,' Garner said, drawing laughter. 'That being said, it really is that important.' The Alias star was addressing the text messages, TV ads, canvassing, and other efforts in one of the seven battleground states that will determine whether Democrat Kamala Harris or Republican Donald Trump becomes the next US president.
Celebrity endorsers like Garner are integral to the last-minute push to mobilize voters before Election Day. A week after her Arizona visit, Garner campaigned for Vice President Harris in Pennsylvania and had plans to visit Nevada. Meanwhile, Julia Roberts returned to her home state of Georgia, introduced by former state Representative Stacey Abrams. Actor Jane Fonda, a long-time advocate for climate change action, canvassed in Michigan to support Harris and other 'climate champions.' The Oscar winner and seasoned political activist revealed she had never before campaigned door-to-door for a president. 'I'm doing everything I can,' Fonda told one potential voter. 'We have to get them elected.'
Some stars are also working to boost voter turnout for former President Trump. Dennis Quaid, who portrayed Republican icon Ronald Reagan in a recent movie, spoke at a Trump rally in California. 'I'm here to tell you that it's time to pick a side,' Quaid declared to applause. Other Trump supporters from the entertainment world include musicians Ted Nugent and Kid Rock, and wrestler Hulk Hogan, who spoke at this summer's Republican National Convention.
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