Hollywood heavyweight and influential Democratic fundraiser George Clooney has publicly endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the party’s nominee for the upcoming presidential election. This endorsement comes on the heels of President Joe Biden’s decision to end his reelection bid following intense pressure from within the party.
Clooney’s support marks a pivotal moment for Harris, who secured a majority of delegates on Monday, positioning herself as the presumptive Democratic nominee.She is set to face off against former President Donald Trump in November’s general election.
In a heartfelt statement, Clooney praised Biden for his leadership and efforts to “save democracy once again,” but expressed enthusiasm for Harris’s historic candidacy. “We’re all so excited to do whatever we can to support Vice President Harris in her historic quest,” Clooney said as quotes by Reuters, reflecting the growing momentum behind Harris’s campaign.
The actor’s endorsement adds to a swelling tide of support from Hollywood’s elite, a key financial powerhouse for Democratic campaigns. Clooney and Julia Roberts previously hosted a record-breaking fundraiser in June that raised over $30 million, setting a new benchmark for Democratic fundraising efforts.
The support from Hollywood continues to build, with notable figures such as Barbra Streisand, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Viola Davis also backing Harris. This collective endorsement underscores the growing solidarity within the entertainment industry as the November election approaches.