Kamala Separates Herself From Hollywood Celebrities

Vice President Kamala Harris’s 2024 campaign is deliberately steering clear of an overabundance of celebrity appearances at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in an effort to avoid the perception of the event being a “Hollywood liberal elite” affair.

The convention, set to take place from August 19 to August 22 in Chicago, is taking a more measured approach to celebrity involvement compared to previous years. Historically, the Democratic Party has frequently featured high-profile celebrities, as evidenced by a June event that included notable figures like George Clooney, Julia Roberts, and Jack Black while President Joe Biden was still pursuing reelection.

Adrienne Elrod, a senior spokeswoman for the Harris campaign, emphasized the need to cut through the noise in today’s highly personalized media landscape. “We are living in an era where media is incredibly personalized. It’s vital that we capitalize on the excitement surrounding this historic ticket by engaging voters in a meaningful way,” Elrod explained to TMZ. She further noted that celebrities have the unique ability to draw in new voters and connect with them authentically through their platforms.

Reports indicate that musician John Legend is slated to make an appearance at the DNC, though it remains unclear whether he will be performing or speaking.

In contrast, the Republican National Convention held last month featured a mix of celebrities such as wrestling legend Hulk Hogan and model Amber Rose. The GOP’s use of celebrity presence highlights a different approach to engaging their base and broadening their appeal.

The Democratic Party’s decision to limit celebrity appearances aligns with recent developments in the Harris campaign, including the selection of Governor Tim Walz (D-MN) as her 2024 running mate. The duo has been officially certified as the Democratic ticket for the upcoming presidential election. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) has lauded Harris’s choice, describing it as a unifying move for both the Democratic Party and the nation as a whole.

As the DNC approaches, several Democratic senators in competitive races have chosen to skip the event. Among them are Senators Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Jon Tester (D-MT), and Jacky Rosen (D-NV), although Rosen did attend a Harris-Walz rally in Las Vegas recently. This strategic decision reflects the high-stakes nature of the upcoming elections and the need for candidates to focus their efforts where they are most needed.