Home to Hollywood actors and international pop stars, the United States has a celebrity culture like no other.
With one day to go until the US election on Tuesday (US time), the rich and famous are working hard to persuade voters to support their presidential pick.
Here are the A-listers hoping President Donald Trump snags a second term, and those backing Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden.
Trump supporters
Lil Wayne
American rapper Lil Wayne shocked some fans when he posted a photo with Mr Trump at the White House on Friday.
Just had a great meeting with @realdonaldtrump @potus besides what he’s done so far with criminal reform, the platinum plan is going to give the community real ownership. He listened to what we had to say today and assured he will and can get it done. 🤙🏾 pic.twitter.com/Q9c5k1yMWf
— Lil Wayne WEEZY F (@LilTunechi) October 29, 2020
The platinum plan mentioned by Wayne refers to Mr Trump’s proposals to prosecute the Ku Klux Klan and Antifa as terrorist organisations, and to boost black education and employment.
Kid Rock
Kid Rock, an American country/rock musician, is an avid Trump supporter who plays golf with the President.
The Republican rock star has joined Mr Trump on the campaign trail, performing at a rally just outside his home in Detroit.
Rock describes Mr Trump as “down to earth and cool”.
Jon Voight
Award-winning actor Jon Voight, the father of actor Angelina Jolie, can’t stand Mr Biden.
In a bizarre video that almost looks like he is being held hostage, Voight calls the Democratic leader “evil”.
“Biden is evil. Trump must win,” he said.
“He’s real. He will bring back the people’s trusts.”
Evil pic.twitter.com/P99gvy6lZL
— Jon Voight (@jonvoight) October 16, 2020
Kirstie Alley
American actor Kirstie Alley, from the hit sitcom Cheers, said on Twitter she’s voting for Mr Trump because “he’s not a politician”.
I’m voting for @realDonaldTrump because he’s NOT a politician. I voted for him 4 years ago for this reason and shall vote for him again for this reason. He gets things done quickly and he will turn the economy around quickly. There you have it folks there you have it🙄
— Kirstie Alley (@kirstiealley) October 17, 2020
Ted Nugent
Rock singer Ted Nugent, lead guitarist of The Amboy Dukes, has teamed up with Donald Trump Jr on the campaign trail.
He has called Mr Trump “the greatest president in our lifetime”, and believes the billionaire real estate mogul represents “the heart and soul of the best American families out there”.
Jay Cutler, Brett Favre and Jack Nicklaus
Former NFL quarterbacks Jay Cutler and Brett Favre, as well as retired pro golfer Jack Nicklaus, have thrown their support behind Mr Trump.
My Vote is for what makes this country great, freedom of speech & religion, 2nd Amnd, hard working tax paying citizens, police & military. In this election, we have freedom of choice, which all should respect. For me & these principles, my Vote is for @RealDonaldTrump. #Vote ☑️🇺🇸
— Brett Favre (@BrettFavre) October 30, 2020
Get out and vote. I did! pic.twitter.com/IfQb3NeSO3
— Jack Nicklaus (@jacknicklaus) October 29, 2020
In a display of solidarity, Cutler shared Nicklaus’s letter on his Instagram page to mixed responses.
Other celebrities backing Mr Trump include comedian Roseanne Barr, rapper Lil Pump, Grey’s Anatomy actor Isaiah Washington and Happy Days actor Scott Baio.
Biden supporters
Lady Gaga
Pop star and sexual assault survivor advocate Lady Gaga is a long-time Democrat supporter.
She performed for former Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton in 2016, and is set to join Mr Biden for his final campaign event in the crucial swing state of Philadelphia on Monday (US time).
That’s a pic of me in Pennsylvania when I lived in Lancaster. I LOVE THIS STATE. I’m here now! This place is filled with good hearted people—good hearted people that @JoeBiden loves. He’s a good friend. He’s the President this country needs to bring us back together. #vote #Biden pic.twitter.com/3Yo4XddYId
— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) November 1, 2020
Ahead of Gaga’s rally appearance, Trump campaign communications director Tim Murtaugh released a statement on Sunday accusing her of being an “anti-fracking activist”.
Gaga responded on Twitter:
HEY TIM HEY @realDonaldTrump SO HAPPY IM GLAD TO BE LIVING RENT FREE in your HEAD. #BidenHarris https://t.co/k2ODfQNkF3 pic.twitter.com/Iy3Nj8aYMR
— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) November 1, 2020
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson
Fast and Furious actor and retired wrestler Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson endorsed Joe Biden and running mate Kamala Harris by interviewing them and posting the footage on social media.
During the interview, Johnson told Ms Harris: “In my opinion, you are a certified badass”.
He said 2020 was the first year he had publicly endorsed a presidential candidate, labelling himself a “registered independent with centrist ideologies”.
As a political independent & centrist, I’ve voted for both parties in the past. In this critical presidential election, I’m endorsing @JoeBiden & @KamalaHarris.
Progress takes courage, humanity, empathy, strength, KINDNESS & RESPECT.
We must ALL VOTE: https://t.co/rZi1mxh8DC pic.twitter.com/auLbc8xDBv
— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) September 27, 2020
Taylor Swift
Pop singer Taylor Swift has been promoting the Democrats more than ever this year, allowing her music to be used in an unofficial campaign video for Mr Biden.
Up there’s the finish line.
Our future is worth our fight.Thank you, @taylorswift13, for voicing what #OnlyTheYoung can do. Let’s run! pic.twitter.com/q4EAJwwzqG
— Eric Swalwell (@ericswalwell) October 30, 2020
Tom Hanks
In 2016, actor Tom Hanks said it would be a “dark day” if Donald Trump was elected.
Four years later, his views haven’t changed.
Mr Hanks has been a vocal Biden supporter, holding a virtual fundraiser with him in August that raised $US750,000 in just 24 hours.
Lizzo, Cardi B, Bruce Springsteen, Billie Eilish and Jennifer Aniston
American singers Lizzo, Bruce Springsteen and Billie Eilish have all publicly endorsed Mr Biden, as have rapper Cardi B and Friends actor Jennifer Aniston.
Lizzo has posted several videos on Instagram urging her followers to vote in the election, while Aniston said she voted for Mr Biden and Ms Harris because: “Right now, a few men in power are deciding what women can and can’t do with their own bodies”.
She also slammed Mr Trump’s record on racism and his response to the coronavirus pandemic.
“He has repeatedly and publicly ignored science … too many people have died,” Aniston wrote.
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