Angelina Jolie, Leonardo DiCaprio, Dwayne Johnson, Justin Bieber and Zac Efron Follow Taylor Swift’s Lead With $1 Million Each After Her $500k Donation to Back Gavin Newsom’s Ballot Measure Aimed at Blocking Donald Trump’s 2026 Midterm Election Plans

Hollywood Unites: DiCaprio, Jolie, The Rock, Bieber & Efron Join Taylor Swift in Major Push Against Trump’s 2026 Midterm Plans

A political wave is building in Hollywood, and it’s carrying millions of dollars straight into California politics. Just days after Taylor Swift stunned the political world with a $500,000 donation to Governor Gavin Newsom’s ballot measure committee—created to stop Donald Trump from influencing the 2026 midterm elections—five of the biggest names in entertainment have followed her lead with even bigger pledges.

Leonardo DiCaprio, Angelina Jolie, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Justin Bieber, and Zac Efron each announced $1 million donations to the effort, signaling that the entertainment industry is ready to throw its weight—and its wallets—behind Newsom’s initiative. Together, their combined contributions add up to more than $5 million, making this one of the largest celebrity-driven political fundraising surges in recent years.

Swift Sparks a Movement

Taylor Swift’s initial half-a-million-dollar pledge last week was widely covered in political and entertainment circles, and it appears to have ignited a domino effect across Hollywood. “Taylor has always been brave in using her voice, and this time it’s about protecting democracy itself,” said a source close to one of the donors.

Swift’s influence, often dubbed “The Swift Effect,” has extended well beyond music charts and ticket sales. Analysts say her decision to publicly back Newsom’s ballot committee may have emboldened other stars to step out of their comfort zones and invest in what they see as a critical political fight.

DiCaprio, Jolie, and The Rock Lead the Charge

Leonardo DiCaprio, long known for his environmental activism, called his $1 million donation “an investment in a fair and transparent election process.” Angelina Jolie echoed that sentiment in a statement through her spokesperson, saying she was supporting the measure “to ensure that every voice in America counts without manipulation or intimidation.”

Meanwhile, Dwayne Johnson—who has often been floated as a potential political candidate himself—framed his donation as a stand for unity. “This isn’t about left or right. It’s about keeping the game fair,” Johnson wrote on social media.

Bieber and Efron Join the Push

Justin Bieber, whose massive fan base skews younger, announced his pledge in an Instagram post that quickly went viral. “I want the next generation, my fans, to know that their votes can’t be stolen,” he wrote. Zac Efron, the youngest of the celebrity group, also highlighted the need to protect the future. “This is about 2026, but really it’s about what comes after,” he said.

Trump’s Silence—For Now

While Donald Trump has not yet publicly responded to this surge of Hollywood donations, some of his allies have already started framing it as a “celebrity-driven stunt.” Political insiders, however, warn that the influx of money and attention could dramatically shape the battle over California’s maps and potentially ripple into national politics ahead of the 2026 midterms.

A Celebrity-Backed Political Front

With more than $5.5 million now raised from Swift and her Hollywood allies, Governor Newsom’s ballot measure committee has gained unprecedented star power. Political strategists say that beyond the money, the real power lies in the cultural influence these celebrities wield.

“Millions of Americans follow these stars, and their involvement doesn’t just raise funds—it raises awareness, urgency, and voter engagement,” said one political analyst.

As the 2026 midterms draw closer, it’s clear that the intersection of politics and celebrity culture is no longer a side story. With Taylor Swift setting the stage and Hollywood’s biggest names now stepping into the spotlight, the battle lines are being drawn—not just in Washington, but in the heart of California.