40+ Celebrities Celebrate Joe Biden And Kamala Harris Winning The 2020 US Presidential Election
For many of them, this victory feels like the time to heal has come
As possibly the best news that the world can all share in this 2020, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have won the US Presidential elections and will be sworn into office a little more than two months from today.
The final results came in the wee hours of the morning, Manila time, but America had been wide awake for days, including Hollywood celebrities that campaigned for Biden-Harris and proudly celebrated the tandem's emotional—and in many respects, historic—win.
See what the 44th US President Barack Obama and his wife, former First Lady of the US Michelle Obama, had to say about this historic victory:
Check out the Hollywood celebrities celebrating Joe Biden and Kamala Harris' election in the gallery below:
Celebs React to Biden-Harris Victory
Celebs React to Biden-Harris Victory
Lady Gaga
She's been a dear friend to Joe Biden for a while now, and has even spoken in campaign events. When he and Kamala Harris came out the winners, she wrote on Instagram, "@joebiden @KamalaHarris and the American people, you just gave the world one of the greatest acts of kindness and bravery humanity has ever seen. ❤️ 🙌🙌 nothing but love for our new Commander in Chief and the 1ST female VP elected to the White House. Also, way to go PA 😭❤️"
Photo Credit: @Ladygaga
Mindy Kaling
Everyone is patting Joe Biden on the back now, but for Indian-American Mindy Kaling, Kamala Harris' win is all the more important. Given that she is the US' first VP who is both a woman and a person of color (Kamala's mother was Indian, too), Kamala has become an icon for women like Mindy.
Photo Credit: @mindykaling
Kate Hudson
She was an active voice for the Democrats throughout this election season and shared in their victory when they won. "We showed up! We did it! I’m sure many of you are joining me in a big cry, a release. A beautiful moment in history! Thank you everyone. Character matters ✨ It truly does. Congratulations to the President Elect @joebiden and Vice President elect @kamalaharris Looking forward to January," she wrote, quoting CNN's Van Jones who said that it is now easier to tell kids that "character matters" after a man with good character was elected president of the USA.
Photo Credit: @katehudson
Gigi Hadid
Gigi Hadid talked a lot about the importance of voting—that it wasn't for privileged Americans (such as herself), but it was more for the underserved citizens who needed leadership that would be on their side. She actively encouraged Americans to vote on her social media, and now, you'll find her IG stories dotted with celebratory stories, reactions, and posts of the candidates she campaigned for.
Photo Credit: @gigihadid
Bella Hadid
Bella shared her older sister's sentiments and made sure she cast her vote on election day. When her vote turned out one of the many that helped Joe Biden win, she had this to say: "This is how you come together and make a difference. I am so proud America 💙 i feel hopeful for the future and for the lives of the people . Finally."
Photo Credit: @bellahadid
Beyoncé
It goes unsaid that Queen Bey herself was a supporter of the Biden-Harris tandem, with her own advocacies of women empowerment, equal rights, and racial justice aligning with what they stand for. On the day the election results were announced, she simply devoted space on her IG account for photos of the new POTUS and VP.
Photo Credit: @beyonce
Lebron James
NBA superstar Lebron James didn't say much, but this hilarious photoshopped image of him and an opponent fighting for a dunk in a heated game says it all. He posted a photo of Kamala Harris to celebrate her own victory, too. It featured a full-length photo of her next to headshots of 48 of America's past VPs, all of whom are white and male. His caption? "MADAM VICE PRESIDENT on they asses!"
Photo Credit: @kingjames
Chrissy Teigen
"Democracy restored, faith renewed" was all this actress had to say. Short and sweet, but meaningful nonetheless.
Photo Credit: @chrissyteigen
Cher
The iconic singer went on Twitter to express what so many other Americans happy to see the old admin go must want to say: "America is part of the world again!" (Check out her Twitter that features a series of her thoughts on Joe Biden!).
Photo Credit: @cher
Julia Louis-Dreyfus
"Democracy endures. Congratulations to our President-Elect @JoeBiden and our first female Vice-President-Elect @KamalaHarris. Mr. President-Elect, enjoy your ice cream today. Would you like some cake to go with it?" wrote this actress on the day election results came out. The day after, she shone the spotlight on America's first lady VP with a witty remark: "'Madam Vice President' is no longer a fictional character."
Photo Credit: @officialjld
Kim Kardashian
There she was, proudly voting blue and campaigning for other citizens to do so. She posted a photo of Biden and Harris holding their arms up in the air in victory to celebrate.
Photo Credit: @kimkardashian
Kendall Jenner
"I’m emotional, relieved, and filled with joy this morning!!!" wrote this top model and reality Tv star.
Photo Credit: @kendalljenner
America Ferrera
America Ferrera was born in LA, but her parents were Honduran immigrants. The outgoing administration's "policies" on foreigners coming to the United States hit her hard, and so, when it was finally announced that the current president would no longer be in power come January, she literally took the streets, holding a Biden-Harris campaign poster in hand, to scream and yell and cheer to her heart's content at the positive changes underfoot.
Photo Credit: @americaferrera
Jennifer Lopez
"So happy. We are united; we've come together to heal deep wounds," she said on Instagram.
Photo Credit: @jlo
Miley Cyrus
Donald Trump was notorious for using singers' songs in his campaign events without asking for their permission, but when Biden took the cake, this popstar was quick to use one of her hits' lyrics to celebrate. "NOW it’s a PARTY IN THE USA!" she said on Instagram.
Photo Credit: @mileycyrus
Lizzo
You'll have to watch Lizzo emotionally reacting to the election herself to feel the full effect of her message, but her short caption to the tearful IG post pretty much encapsulates the reality of the Biden-Harris win. Now that they've won, the real work is just about to begin. "Let’s get to work, America. It’s time to hold the people in charge accountable. It’s time for them to listen. And it’s time for actual change in our policies and practices," this singer wrote.
Photo Credit: @lizzobeeating
John Mulaney
The "Saturday Night Live" writer and comedian was less tactful in his message to the outgoing president on Twitter. While everyone else was focused on Joe Biden, there was John, posting a very graphic depiction of a horse's behind with complete anatomical details with the caption, "...And stay out!"
Photo Credit: @johnmulaney
Reese Witherspoon
"Today is a monumental day. No matter what side you are on, let's take a moment to recognize how far women have come in this country. Thinking about all those who shattered glass ceilings and paved the way for a woman to * finally * be Vice President of the United States makes me so emotional. Sojourner Truth. Harriet Tubman. Shirley Chisholm. Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Kamala Harris. I salute them all. And to the young girls of our nation... DREAM BIG. Anything is possible. 🇺🇸," Reese wrote.
Photo Credit: @reesewitherspoon
Rosie O'Donnell
This comedy vet knows how to use just a few words to make the strongest impact. Her message to Trump in celebration of his defeat? "Bye bye don u creepy con #46thPresidentBiden"
Photo Credit: @rosie
Sacha Baron Cohen
He's a really intelligent dude in real life, but all that is eclipsed by his onscreen persona, most popularly that of Borat. Sacha Baron Cohen, who is actually British, shared his thoughts nonetheless: "The candidates campaigned. The people spoke. The vote is clear. President Biden will be sworn in on January 20. Democracy works."
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Pink
"It’s about time we talk about being American instead of being democrat or republican. INCLUSION FOR ALL IS THE FUTURE," she said.
Photo Credit: @pink
Jada Smith
Like many of the celebs on this list, Jada is looking towards the future instead of lamenting the past. She says, "America! We have given ourselves an opportunity for a reset✨Let’s get to work!"
Photo Credit: @jadapinkettsmith
Justin Timberlake
"It's easier to be a parent this morning," he wrote as yet another celeb echoing CNN's Van Jones' emotional message on live television. It is, of course, in reference to what many other parents have talked about during the course of the elections: that they want their children to grow up and come of age in an America that isn't filled with hate, injustice, and divide.
Photo Credit: @justintimberlake
Ellen DeGeneres
The keyword is history. "So much history has been made today. Congratulations, President-elect @JoeBiden and MADAM VICE PRESIDENT-ELECT @KamalaHarris!" she wrote on Twitter.
Photo Credit: @portiaderossi
Eva Longoria
Sometimes it's hard to compose your thoughts when all you want to do is scream in happiness and excitement. Such was the case for actress Eva Longoria who simply said, "Democracy won! USA USA USA."
Photo Credit: @evalongoria
Ricky Martin
Electing a president that didn't despise immigrants, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and essentially anyone who didn't fit his standards of "acceptable" was important to this Latino singer. He is, after all, both a gay man and Puerto Rican, one who made his name in showbiz on American soil. To give his full support to an admin whose policies and stances reflected the change he wanted to see in the US, he actively participated in Joe Biden's campaign. When he won, Ricky had this to share: "Mr. President-elect @joebiden, thank you for your integrity and unifying spirit. As a Puerto Rican, I am honored to have worked with you and your team on this difficult campaign. I was able to feel your passion firsthand, inspiring and contagious.. Congratulations Madame Vice President-elect @kamalaharris for making history, while maintaining grace under pressure. Now, the even harder work begins. We’re all in this together."
Photo Credit: @ricky_martin
Kerry Washington
"The people have spoken! Thank you to everyone who used your vote and your voice to make history. PRESIDENT Joe Biden and VICE PRESIDENT Kamala Harris," she declared.
Photo Credit: @kerrywashington
Jennifer Hudson
Then there was Jennifer Hudson, a singer and actress who concentrated on finally seeing a woman of color rise up to the ranks of VP. "Congratulations to our Vice President-elect, @kamalaharris for making history today, being a source of representation and a voice for change," she said.
Photo Credit: @iamjhud
Elizabeth Banks
Comedian and actress Elizabeth Banks pretty much nailed it when she said she was relieved when election results came out. On Twitter, she said, "I’m so so so relieved. Congrats @JoeBiden. I am crying at the thought of @KamalaHarris as Vice President of the United States - wow wow wow."
Photo Credit: @elizabethbanks
Ariana Grande
"CRYING. THANK GOD." Need she say more?
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Mandy Moore
"In tears. What a moment! So grateful to all voters, poll workers, volunteers, staffers, everyone who made this a reality! No doubt there is a LOT of work to do but let’s celebrate this moment, friends. It’s historic! Congrats President-Elect @JoeBiden and Madame VP @KamalaHarris!" she said.
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Ashley Tisdale
The Disney Channel alum took the perspective of becoming a new mom at a time like this. "WE DID IT!!!! I am so happy to be bringing in a child into the world with @joebiden and @kamalaharris as President and Vice President, where the believe in climate change and basic human rights! Thank you to everyone who spoke up and voted!!" she wrote on Instagram.
Photo Credit: @ashleytisdale
Demi Lovato
At first, Demi had this to share about her happiness about election results: "Our 46th president, @joebiden !!!!♥️🇺🇸🗳 I’ve been waiting to post this photo because I knew deep down you would be our next President. Today we celebrate the millions of Americans who overcame barriers to the ballot box, mobilized their communities and voted in record breaking numbers. This was OUR election and WE WON TOGETHER. There’s still a lot of work to be done, but today we will celebrate each other." A day later, when anti-Trump memes and social media posts attacking the outgoing administration and his supporters were on the rise, she followed it up with something more meaningful: she reminded everyone that doing so is simply letting the "legacy of hate" from the past four years live on, and that it's much better to concentrate on our wins, rather than the loss of others.
Photo Credit: @demilovato
Lily Collins
A lot of the time, actions speak louder than words. Lily Collins captioned this with "Today is a good day."
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Christina Aguilera
The singer, actress, and mom of two wrote on Instagram: "Time to heal. Time for change. Time for unity. I’m hopeful for a better and brighter future for our children and us all."
Photo Credit: @xtina
Julia Roberts
Julia Roberts was very active in encouraging the Americans to vote. She's been posting on Instagram with the hashtags #weareinthistogether #wearamask #earlyvoting #letsdothis. When the results were released, she simply posted a photo of her TV, showing a news program with the headline: "Joe Biden to become 46the president." She captioned her post simply with the hashtags #wedidit and #letthehealingbegin.
Photo Credit: @juliaroberts
We can't ignore good old Jennifer Lawrence. She didn't write about how she felt about the elections. Instead, she made herself heard. Enjoy this clip of her going nuts at the news on the street, in her PJs, and with her spirits soaring.
Had no choice but to throw a party for 1 #comeonbostonletsparty pic.twitter.com/qvSEVip0Mh
— Jennifer Lawrence - Represent.Us (@JLawrence_RepUs) November 7, 2020
She could have been joined by Queer Eye's Jonathan Van Ness who was just as enthusiastic.
SPIKE LEE LMAOOO pic.twitter.com/EXkWrLKFeH
— Paul McCallion (@OrangePaulp) November 7, 2020
While another filmmaker, Jordan Peele, knew exactly what to say for maximum impact.
You’re fired.
— Jordan Peele (@JordanPeele) November 7, 2020
Comedian and writer-actor Kumali Nanjiani of Silicon Valley, a Pakistani-American, didn't hold back either.
We must heal. But first, we must gloat.
— Kumail Nanjiani (@kumailn) November 7, 2020
Cc: @realDonaldTrump
And last but not least we have Lin Manuel Miranda who referenced his own musical Hamilton to send the message.
YES. pic.twitter.com/9plvnfEdQb
— Lin-Manuel Miranda (@Lin_Manuel) November 7, 2020
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