J.J. Abrams
It’s almost impossible to tell which series Abrams is currently most famous for. He was the creator of “Alias,” “Lost,” and “Fringe” on television, which were all massive successes. He also directed two Star Trek films, and was the director, producer, and co-writer of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.” While he’s famous for leaving mysteries unanswered, we don’t have to wonder which side of the aisle he sits on. Abrams and his wife each donated $500,000 to former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s Super PAC, Priorities USA. He also hosted a fundraising dinner with President Obama in his own home in 2016 to raise money for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee.
Ben Stein
Stein is known to most people for his roles in movies like Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, The Mask and Ghostbusters II. He also hosted the Comedy Central game show Win Ben Stein’s Money. Before becoming a famous actor, Stein was an economist and a lawyer and speechwriter for President Richard Nixon. Stein has reduced his acting workload for over a decade, but still remains active on the political scene and makes regular television appearances to discuss economics and other political topics. Stein remains a member of the Republican Party and voted for John McCain, Mitt Romney and Donald Trump in the last three presidential elections.
John Legend
This singer-songwriter has sung with most of the top artists of our generation, from Kanye West to Alicia Keys. He also hit the top spot of Billboard’s Hot 100 for “All of Me,” which he devoted to his wife, Chrissy Teigen. Legend has been active in philanthropic work throughout the world, from Hurricane Katrina relief in partnership with Tide detergent to serving on the national board of Teach for America. The work has extended into the political realm. He spoke at the “Climate for Change” event in London, saying “All men should be feminists. If men care about women’s rights, the world will be a better place.” After Kanye West’s controversial tweets in support of President Trump, Legend attempted to correct him.