Actresses Who Don’t Support Donald Trump

Plenty of performers have spoken openly about their political views in recent years, and a number of well-known actresses have made it clear they don’t support Donald Trump. Their stances show up in speeches, benefit events, social media campaigns, and voter-registration drives. Many have organized fundraisers, joined advocacy groups, or supported candidates running against him. Here are some of the most visible examples and what they’ve actually done.

Meryl Streep

Meryl Streep signaled her opposition in a widely discussed awards-show speech that criticized behavior she associated with Trump’s rise. She has backed organizations that promote press freedom and the arts while urging civic participation. Streep has appeared at industry events that highlighted threats to civil liberties and the importance of checks and balances. She has also supported campaigns focused on protecting women’s rights and inclusive policies.

Scarlett Johansson

Scarlett Johansson delivered remarks at a large women’s rally in Washington where she addressed reproductive health access and accountability for elected officials. She has participated in fundraising efforts for advocacy groups that oppose Trump-era policies. Johansson has used interviews and public appearances to encourage constituents to contact representatives about healthcare and equality. She has also supported voter-turnout initiatives during national election cycles.

America Ferrera

America Ferrera helped organize and speak at major demonstrations centered on immigrant rights and women’s issues. She has collaborated with nonprofit groups to provide resources for first-time voters and new citizens. Ferrera co-founded initiatives aimed at increasing Latino civic engagement and representation. She frequently appears at panels and town halls that challenge policies linked to family separation and discrimination.

Natalie Portman

Natalie Portman has spoken at public events advocating for gender equality and against rhetoric she associates with Trump’s campaigns. She has supported legal-aid organizations that defend civil rights and vulnerable communities. Portman has participated in fundraisers for candidates and groups seeking policy changes on climate and education. She has also promoted fact-based civic education and media literacy.

Jennifer Lawrence

Jennifer Lawrence has partnered with a nonpartisan reform group to advocate for anti-corruption measures and equal access to the ballot. She has recorded messages urging people to register, verify polling locations, and vote in local and national elections. Lawrence has supported campaigns that push for campaign-finance transparency and stronger ethics rules. She has also encouraged constructive dialogue across political lines while rejecting Trump’s platform.

Alyssa Milano

Alyssa Milano has organized phone banks and text-banking drives to mobilize voters opposed to Trump-aligned policies. She has appeared at congressional hearings and press events advocating for healthcare protections and survivors’ rights. Milano supports grassroots groups focused on gun-safety reforms and voting rights. She frequently amplifies resources that help people find registration deadlines and election information.

Debra Messing

Debra Messing has been a prominent fundraiser and surrogate for candidates running against Trump-backed agendas. She regularly participates in benefit performances and digital town halls supporting civil rights groups. Messing helps coordinate social media campaigns that share voter-education tools and absentee-ballot guidance. She also backs organizations combating misinformation about elections and public health.

Barbra Streisand

Barbra Streisand funds scholarships and advocacy programs tied to democratic institutions and women’s health. She has written and spoken extensively about executive accountability and ethical governance in response to Trump. Streisand supports political action committees and nonprofits working on climate policy and voting access. She also performs at charity events that direct proceeds to legal-defense and civil-liberty organizations.

Kerry Washington

Kerry Washington serves on advisory boards that focus on voting rights and election protection. She participates in get-out-the-vote campaigns, producing informational content that explains registration and ballot procedures. Washington regularly hosts conversations with policy experts and organizers who oppose Trump-aligned initiatives. She also collaborates with entertainment-industry coalitions to expand civic engagement among young voters.

Eva Longoria

Eva Longoria co-founded civic groups aimed at increasing Latino voter participation and leadership pipelines. She frequently moderates forums on immigration, education, and economic opportunity that critique Trump-era approaches. Longoria has produced televised specials encouraging early voting and ballot-tracking. She also raises funds for down-ballot candidates and organizations focused on community empowerment.

Olivia Wilde

Olivia Wilde participates in national voter-registration drives and partners with groups promoting reproductive freedom. She has produced and appeared in digital content urging turnout in elections where Trump or Trump-backed candidates are on the ballot. Wilde supports charities that provide legal support for protesters and activists. She also highlights climate and science organizations that push back on denialism and regulatory rollbacks.

Patricia Arquette

Patricia Arquette advocates for the Equal Rights Amendment and connects that effort to her opposition to Trump-aligned platforms. She supports labor, wage equity, and survivor-support organizations through fundraising and public testimony. Arquette has organized social media actions that share hotline numbers and election-day resources. She also collaborates with grassroots groups to monitor polling-place access and report issues.

Jane Fonda

Jane Fonda leads climate-action events that challenge environmental policies associated with Trump’s administration. She organizes recurring demonstrations, training sessions, and fundraising efforts for climate groups. Fonda works with youth-led organizations to promote sustainable policy and green jobs. She also coordinates with legal teams and bail funds that support peaceful protesters.

Rosie O’Donnell

Rosie O’Donnell has staged and joined public performances and rallies critical of Trump, often raising money for civil-liberties groups. She supports voter-education campaigns and promotes registration deadlines across multiple states. O’Donnell collaborates with organizers who track court cases tied to immigration and LGBTQ+ rights. She also helps produce benefit events for organizations that provide legal and humanitarian aid.

Sophia Bush

Sophia Bush partners with nonprofits focused on voting access, reproductive healthcare, and anti-discrimination laws. She hosts live conversations with policy advocates and election lawyers to explain ballot processes. Bush fundraises for candidates and groups opposing Trump-aligned agendas at local and federal levels. She also amplifies credible civic-information resources that help people verify polling details and avoid misinformation.

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