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Celebrities Unite for Democracy: Stars Join No Kings Day Protests

USASunday, October 19, 2025
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Across the country, famous faces took to the streets to voice their dissent against the Trump administration's policies. This wasn't just any ordinary day; it was No Kings Day, a movement that started earlier in the year and gained momentum with each passing protest.

Celebrities Unite for Democracy

Pedro Pascal

  • Role: Known for "The Last of Us"
  • Location: Los Angeles
  • Action: Shared photos on Instagram
  • Message: "PROTECT #Democracy"

Kerry Washington

  • Role: Star of "Scandal"
  • Location: Los Angeles
  • Action: Posted video and photos
  • Message: Unity and gratitude

Murray Bartlett

  • Role: From "The White Lotus"
  • Location: Los Angeles
  • Action: Wore a custom "No Kings" hat
  • Message: Peaceful gathering for rights

Cecily Strong

  • Role: Former "Saturday Night Live" cast member
  • Location: Massachusetts
  • Action: Shared photos and video
  • Message: Humorous take on protesters

Billy Eichner

  • Role: Actor and comedian
  • Location: New York
  • Action: Posted a picture
  • Message: Peaceful march against fascist bullies

John Cusack

  • Role: Actor
  • Location: Chicago
  • Action: Spoke to CNN
  • Message: Trump's vision of a "fascist hub" is far from reality

Carrie Coon

  • Role: Star of "The Gilded Age"
  • Location: New York
  • Action: Spoke at a protest
  • Message: "Rise up" and "rebuke this tyranny"

Glenn Close

  • Role: Eight-time Oscar nominee
  • Location: New York
  • Action: Shared a photo with a handmade No Kings sign
  • Message: Pride in protesters

Jack Black and Jamie Lee Curtis

  • Roles: Actor and actress
  • Locations: Various
  • Actions: Shared experiences
  • Messages: Importance of voting and making your voice heard

Spike Lee

  • Role: Director
  • Location: New York
  • Action: Shared a photo
  • Message: "GET UP STAND UP"

Kathy Griffin

  • Role: Comedian
  • Location: Malibu
  • Action: Led protesters in chants
  • Messages: "This is what democracy looks like!" and "Love, not hate, that's what makes America great"

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