As Election Day approaches, a host of A-list celebrities are taking to social media to emphasize the critical importance of participating in the voting process. Stars such as Pedro Pascal, Olivia Rodrigo, Dave Bautista, Jennifer Lawrence, Chris Pratt, Bruce Springsteen, and Samuel L. Jackson are all urging their followers to make their voices heard in the upcoming 2026 midterms.
Voters are focusing on several pivotal races, particularly in the Kansas, Texas, Michigan, and Ohio Senate contests, as well as various U.S. House races across the nation. In California, residents are closely eyeing the races for Los Angeles mayor and California governor.
Here’s a snapshot of what these celebrities are saying to inspire their fans to hit the polls.
Pedro Pascal
The actor known for The Last of Us and The Mandalorian shared a heartfelt video on his Instagram Story, saying, “I don’t think I’ve ever made a video at random like this, especially crossing a major intersection in Los Angeles. Vote! Please vote. Please vote.”
Olivia Rodrigo
On October 29, Grammy-winning singer Olivia Rodrigo announced that she had voted early by posting a photo flaunting her “I Voted” sticker and urged her followers, “Get out there and vote!!!” She also promoted voting with a video shared from her Daisy Chain Fields festival account that simply stated “Vote.”
Dave Bautista
Actor Dave Bautista, known for his roles in Guardians of the Galaxy and Blade Runner 2049, shared a picture on Instagram showing him with his Florida vote-by-mail ballot. He captioned it, “Vote! #votethemout,” encouraging his followers to remind their friends to vote as well.
Jennifer Lawrence
Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Lawrence turned to her role as Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 to inspire voters. She posted a photo of herself performing the film’s iconic three-finger salute, captioned, “Midterms BB. Don’t forget who burns with us,” referencing a line that underscores the importance of unity and action.
Chris Pratt
Chris Pratt, star of Guardians of the Galaxy and Parks and Recreation, shared a photo of his “I Voted” sticker on Instagram, humorously noting, “It’s like a gold star, but patriotic.”
Carrie Coon
Carrie Coon, known for her work in The Gilded Age and White Lotus, posted a picture on X with her husband Tracy Letts, both showing off their “I Voted” stickers. She utilized the opportunity to endorse Democrat Cait Conley, who is running for the U.S. House in New York’s 17th District.
Kerry Washington
Kerry Washington, famous for her role in Scandal, depicted her voting journey in a video on Monday, where she and her husband Nnamdi Asomugha dropped off their vote-by-mail ballots together. She captioned the clip, “Voting knowing you’re not canceling out each other’s votes,” emphasizing the collaborative spirit in participating in elections.
Samuel L. Jackson
Veteran actor Samuel L. Jackson made his voting message clear via an Instagram post featuring a shirt that read, “Fcuk you, I’m voting!” He succinctly reinforced the message in the post’s caption, saying, “WHAT THE SHIRT SAYS!!”
Bruce Springsteen
Grammy-winning musician Bruce Springsteen posted a video on Instagram, where he urged election officials to uphold their “solemn duty” to ensure that votes are securely counted. He emphasized, “Our vote is our voice. And it is up to you to ensure that our voice is heard.” Springsteen concluded his post by thanking those who have voted and invited others to take the Oath to the Constitution at oathproject.org.
