15 celebrities who attended DNC to support Kamala Harris: From Oprah Winfrey to Mindy Kaling

By Conrad Dias
Published on : 05:03 PST, Aug 24, 2024

Mindy Kaling, Eva Longoria and Oprah Winfrey were among the celebrities who attended the DNC to show their support for Democratic Presidential nominee Kamala Harris and vice presidential nominee Tim Walz (Getty Images)

15 celebs who attended DNC to support Kamala Harris: From Kerry Washington to John Legend

Kerry Washington (Left) (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images, Andrew Harnik/Getty Images, Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) — Kerry Washington, Kenan Thompson and John Legend were among the celebrities who took part in the DNC held over four days (Justin Sullivan, Andrew Harnik, Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

The 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC), held from August 19 to 22 at Chicago’s United Center, was a mega event that many A-listers attended to show their support for Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris. Celebrities such as Kerry Washington, Eva Longoria, Mindy Kaling, and many more, made their presence felt during the convention. Let us take a look at 15 notable people who showed up at the DNC to support Kamala Harris and her running mate Tim Walz.

1. Kerry Washington

Actor Kerry Washington reacts on stage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 22, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Delegates, politicians, and Democratic Party supporters are gathering in Chicago, as current Vice President Kamala Harris is named her party's presidential nominee. The DNC takes place from August 19-22. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) — Kerry Washington, known for her role in 'Scandal', was the host for the final night of the DNC (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Kerry Washington, known for her role in 'Scandal', was the host for the final night of the DNC. She brought her 'Scandal' co-star Tony Goldwyn to the stage after her speech, followed by Harris' grandnieces, Amara and Leela Ajagu, to demonstrate to everyone how to correctly pronounce Harris’ first name.

2. Eva Longoria

Eva Longoria's words were met with applause as she emphasized the growing momentum behind the Harris-Walz ticket (Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

Eva Longoria from 'Desperate Housewives' was also one of the celebrities present during the DNC and spoke briefly on behalf of Texas delegates on Tuesday, August 20, before giving the mic to former Planned Parenthood president Cecile Richards.

3. Mindy Kaling

'The Office' writer and actress Mindy Kaling was the third celeb to host the 2024 DNC (Joe Raedle/Getty Images) — 'The Office' writer and actress Mindy Kaling was the third celebrity to host the 2024 DNC (Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

'The Office' writer and actress Mindy Kaling was the third celebrity to host the 2024 DNC as she took the mic on Wednesday, August 21. She reflected on her relationship with Harris, about the time they bonded over Indian food, and also joked that she was the one who "outed Kamala Harris as Indian."

4. Octavia Spencer

Actor Octavia Spencer (R) attends the final day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 22, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Delegates, politicians, and Democratic Party supporters are gathering in Chicago, as current Vice President Kamala Harris is named her party's presidential nominee. The DNC takes place from August 19-22. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) — Octavia Spencer co-hosted a concert at the DNC which was organized by the Creative Coalition (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Octavia Spencer co-hosted a concert at the DNC which was organized by the Creative Coalition, a nonprofit advocacy group consisting of members of the American entertainment industry.

5. DL Hughley

Actor and comedian D.L. Hughley speaks onstage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 22, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Delegates, politicians, and Democratic Party supporters are gathering in Chicago, as current Vice President Kamala Harris is named her party's presidential nominee. The DNC takes place from August 19-22. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images) — Comedian DL Hughley also gave a speech at the DNC where he took jibes at GOP Presidential candidate Donald Trump (Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

Comedian DL Hughley also gave a speech at the DNC where he criticized GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump's comment that he didn't realize Kamala Harris was a Black woman. He said Harris "has been Black longer than Trump's been Republican."

6. Pink

Willow Sage Hart, musician P!NK and Justin Derrico perform during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 22, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Delegates, politicians, and Democratic Party supporters are gathering in Chicago, as current Vice President Kamala Harris is named her party's presidential nominee. The DNC takes place from August 19-22. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) — Pink performed a note-perfect rendition of her 2017 song 'What About Us' at the DNC (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Singer-songwriter Alecia Beth Hart Moore, famously known as Pink, performed her 2017 track 'What About Us' ahead of Harris' official nomination at the DNC. She was accompanied by her 13-year-old daughter, Willow Sage Hart.

7. Oprah Winfrey

Popular talk show host Oprah Winfrey surprised everyone with an appearance at the DNC (Getty Images)

Popular talk show host Oprah Winfrey surprised everyone with an appearance at the DNC, in her hometown of Chicago, on Wednesday. In her speech, Winfrey said she was a registered Independent and called on other independent voters and Democrats to back the Harris-Walz ticket and "choose common sense over nonsense."

8. Kenan Thompson

Comedian and 'Saturday Night Live' star Kenan Thompson took to the DNC stage on Wednesday with a large prop book that represented Project 2025, a document prepared by right-wing think tank The Heritage Foundation. While on stage, Thompson spoke to voters over video call and pointed out how they could be affected by Project 2025's proposed policies.

9. Stevie Wonder

Musician Stevie Wonder speaks on stage during the third day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 21, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Delegates, politicians, and Democratic Party supporters are in Chicago for the convention, concluding with current Vice President Kamala Harris accepting her party's presidential nomination. The DNC takes place from August 19-22. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images) — Grammy and Academy Award winner Stevie Wonder performed his 1972 song 'Higher Ground' (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

Grammy and Academy Award winner Stevie Wonder performed his 1972 song 'Higher Ground' on Wednesday. Before his performance, Wonder shared a message of unity and said, "We must keep on keeping on until we are truly a united people of these United States and then we will reach a higher ground."

10. John Legend

John Legend performed a rendition of Prince’s 1984 hit 'Let’s Go Crazy' (Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

John Legend performed on Wednesday before Democratic running mate Tim Walz’s remarks. He performed a rendition of Prince’s 1984 hit 'Let’s Go Crazy' with singer Sheila E and Ari O'Neal.

11. Maren Morris

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 21: Singer Maren Morris performs during the third day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 21, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Delegates, politicians, and Democratic Party supporters are in Chicago for the convention, concluding with current Vice President Kamala Harris accepting her party's presidential nomination. The DNC takes place from August 19-22. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) — Grammy-winning country singer and songwriter Maren Morris also took the stage at the DNC (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Grammy-winning country singer and songwriter Maren Morris also took the stage at the DNC on Wednesday and performed her protest song 'Better Than We Found It' which was released in 2020 after the death of George Floyd.

12. Sean Astin

Actor Sean Astin (C) joins the Indiana delegation to cast their votes during the Ceremonial Roll Call of States on the second day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 20, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Delegates, politicians, and Democratic Party supporters are gathering in Chicago, as current Vice President Kamala Harris is named her party's presidential nominee. The DNC takes place from August 19-22. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) — Sean Astin, known for his roles in 'Rudy' and 'The Lord of the Rings' joined the Indiana delegation to pledge the state’s 86 delegates for Kamala Harris (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Sean Astin, known for his roles in 'Rudy' and 'The Lord of the Rings', attended the DNC on Tuesday's roll call to help pledge Indiana's 86 delegates for Harris and Walz. He said, "I want what's best for Indiana. That means electing Kamala Harris the first woman president of the United States of America."

13. Common

Rapper Common performs during the second day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 20, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Delegates, politicians, and Democratic Party supporters are gathering in Chicago, as current Vice President Kamala Harris is named her party's presidential nominee. The DNC takes place from August 19-22. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) — Grammy and Academy Award-winning rapper Common performed his 2024 track 'Fortunate' at the DNC (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Grammy and Academy Award-winning rapper Common performed his 2024 track 'Fortunate' during the second day of the DNC. He also adapted his lyrics to include a message for Harris by rapping, “We fortunate, y’all, for Kamala Harris,” much to the delight of the crowd. He was also joined by gospel singer Jonathan McReynolds during the chorus.

14. Lil Jon

Rapper Lil Jon (R) performs with the Georgia delegation during the Ceremonial Roll Call of States on the second day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 20, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Delegates, politicians, and Democratic Party supporters are gathering in Chicago, as current Vice President Kamala Harris is named her party's presidential nominee. The DNC takes place from August 19-22. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) — Grammy Award-winning artist Lil Jon attended the DNC on Tuesday and performed 'Turn Down for What' (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Grammy Award-winning artist and producer Lil Jon attended the DNC on Tuesday and turned the roll call into a dance party as he unexpectedly performed his 2013 hit 'Turn Down for What'.

15. Mickey Guyton

Singer Mickey Guyton performs during the first day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 19, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Delegates, politicians, and Democratic party supporters are in Chicago for the convention, concluding with current Vice President Kamala Harris accepting her party's presidential nomination. The DNC takes place from August 19-22. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) — Singer Mickey Guyton performed her song 'All American' on Monday, August 19 (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Grammy-nominated singer Mickey Guyton set the stage on fire as she performed her song 'All American' on the first night of the convention on August 19.

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