More and more celebrities are speaking out for animal welfare, making it a key issue in the entertainment world. Many actors and musicians are using their influence to push for better treatment of animals, often working with groups like PETA and Cruelty Free International to stop animal testing for things like makeup and cleaning supplies. Some have even created their own vegan and cruelty-free products to show that you can have high-quality items without harming animals. This list showcases the well-known people who are committed to ending animal testing.
Ricky Gervais
Ricky Gervais is a well-known advocate against animal cruelty, especially in entertainment. He often uses his social media to speak out against animal testing for cosmetics and works with Cruelty Free International to push for worldwide bans. His commitment goes further than testing, as he also opposes fur farms and trophy hunting. Gervais encourages his fans to only buy products that haven’t been tested on or harmed animals.
Joaquin Phoenix
The award-winning actor is a committed vegan and a passionate supporter of animal rights. He frequently joins protests and campaigns with PETA to reveal the harm caused by animal testing. He famously used his Oscar acceptance speech for ‘Joker’ to raise awareness about animal welfare and environmental issues. He strongly believes it’s wrong for humans to exploit animals for frivolous reasons. This commitment is reflected in how he lives his life and the work he chooses.
Alicia Silverstone
Alicia Silverstone rose to fame in the movie ‘Clueless’ and later became a prominent advocate for veganism. She’s written books encouraging a plant-based diet and avoiding products tested on animals. The actress actively partners with animal rights groups, pushing for laws that improve product safety testing. Her public image centers around compassion and eco-friendly choices, and she personally avoids materials like wool and leather, championing ethical and cruelty-free fashion.
Pink
As a longtime fan, I’ve always admired Pink – and not just for her music! She’s been a really consistent voice for animal rights with PETA for years. I remember that iconic ad she did – she’d rather go nude than wear fur, which really made a statement. She’s always been vocal about how cruel animal testing is, and she truly believes that looking good shouldn’t mean animals suffer. She often encourages her fans, like me, to be conscious consumers and support brands that don’t test on animals. It’s great to see her use her platform to shed light on the unnecessary pain animals endure in the cosmetics industry.
Paul McCartney
Paul McCartney, both as a Beatle and as a solo artist, has been a longtime advocate for animal rights. He notably collaborated with Cruelty Free International to help ban cosmetic testing in Europe. Known for his personal commitment – he’s famously said he doesn’t eat animals with faces – McCartney and his family continue to promote plant-based eating and ethical shopping. He remains a leading voice in the worldwide effort to end animal testing.
Kesha
The singer became the first Global Ambassador for Humane Society International, working to end cosmetic testing on animals. She’s a strong supporter of the Be Cruelty-Free campaign, which aims to ban animal testing for makeup and other beauty products globally. Kesha believes animals like rabbits and mice shouldn’t be harmed to create things like lipstick or shampoo. She uses her platform – concerts and public events – to teach her fans about making ethical choices when they shop. And her own makeup line is completely cruelty-free.
Kristen Bell
Kristen Bell is a dedicated vegetarian and animal advocate who actively supports animal shelters and welfare organizations. She built these values into her companies, Hello Bello baby products and Happy Dance skincare, ensuring they are completely cruelty-free. Bell is passionate about using safe ingredients and consistently speaks out against animal testing. She also uses her social media platforms to promote pet adoption and highlight companies committed to ethical practices, making sure her work reflects her caring beliefs.
Ariana Grande
Okay, so I’m a huge Ariana Grande fan, and I was so excited when she launched her makeup line, r.e.m. beauty! What I love even more is that it’s completely vegan and cruelty-free. Honestly, she’s always talked about how much she loves animals – she’s said she cares for them more than most people, which is so sweet! She lives a vegan lifestyle herself and is constantly rescuing dogs. It’s amazing that she’s proven you can have really high-quality makeup without testing on animals. She’s really using her influence to make the beauty world a kinder place, and I think that’s awesome.
Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez created Rare Beauty to be a makeup brand that’s both kind and welcoming to everyone. The company is officially certified by PETA as cruelty-free, meaning they don’t test any products on animals. Gomez also makes sure all Rare Beauty products are vegan and don’t contain any animal ingredients. She supports mental health charities by donating a portion of the brand’s profits, and prioritizes ethical manufacturing. Because of her work, more cruelty-free makeup options are now widely available.
Rihanna
Rihanna launched Fenty Beauty with the goal of representing every skin tone and operating with strong ethical principles. The brand is committed to being cruelty-free, meaning it and its suppliers do not test on animals. Rihanna demonstrated that a high-end brand can thrive while prioritizing animal welfare, a philosophy she extended to her skincare line, Fenty Skin, which is both vegan and environmentally friendly. Her approach encourages other luxury brands to move away from outdated and harmful testing practices.
Miley Cyrus
Cyrus is a dedicated vegan and a strong advocate for animal rights. She works with clothing companies to design animal-friendly fashion, including vegan leather clothes and shoes. Through her music and personal style, like her tattoos and music videos, she consistently promotes her beliefs. Cyrus envisions a future where the fashion and beauty industries don’t rely on exploiting animals, and she encourages her many fans to think about the ethical implications of what they buy.
Billie Eilish
The singer grew up eating vegetarian and later adopted a completely vegan diet. She created her own perfume line that contains no animal products and isn’t tested on animals. She also successfully encouraged designer Oscar de la Renta to stop using fur in their designs. She often uses her platform to criticize the practices of the dairy and meat industries, as well as animal testing. Her commitment to these issues shows that young people today place a high value on ethical choices when they shop and consume.
Simon Cowell
The TV star is a well-known animal lover and actively supports Humane Society International. He’s been a vocal advocate for ending animal testing for cosmetics worldwide, even appearing in a video campaign promoting a future without animal cruelty. Cowell believes that with today’s scientific advancements, testing on animals is no longer needed, and his involvement helps bring this important issue to a wider audience.
Leona Lewis
I’ve always admired Leona Lewis – she’s been a vegetarian and animal rights advocate for as long as I can remember. I was so impressed when she worked with The Body Shop to champion their commitment to ending animal testing. She even turned down a huge deal early on because a company was testing on animals, which really showed her principles. And I love that she created her own cruelty-free beauty line, giving fans like me ethical choices. Honestly, her dedication to animal welfare is a huge part of what makes her such an inspiring artist.
Peter Dinklage
Peter Dinklage, famous for his work on ‘Game of Thrones,’ is a committed vegetarian and animal rights advocate. He’s partnered with organizations like PETA and Cruelty Free International, even serving as an ambassador to campaign against animal testing for cosmetics in the US. Dinklage narrated a video revealing the harsh realities of laboratory animal testing and champions the use of more reliable and compassionate non-animal testing methods. He frequently uses his platform to give a voice to those who cannot speak for themselves.
Norman Reedus
Norman Reedus, known for his role in ‘The Walking Dead,’ is working with Cruelty Free International to help end animal testing worldwide. He’s urging the U.S. government to update its safety testing methods and stop using animals in experiments, calling the practice outdated and inhumane. Reedus is asking his fans to sign petitions and support laws that protect animals, and his popular image is helping to reach a wider audience with this important cause.
Kunal Nayyar
Kunal Nayyar, known for his role on ‘The Big Bang Theory’, spent time away from the show campaigning for animal rights. He worked with Cruelty Free International to support a law banning animal testing for cosmetics, believing animals shouldn’t suffer for beauty products. Nayyar personally spoke to members of Congress to raise awareness, and his efforts reflect a growing trend in science towards testing methods that don’t involve animals.
Mayim Bialik
Mayim Bialik is a scientist and actress who believes animal testing is unreliable and harmful. She’s actively campaigned with Cruelty Free International to end the practice for cosmetics. As a vegan and cookbook author, Bialik combines her scientific knowledge with her lifestyle to demonstrate that testing on animals isn’t needed to ensure human safety. Her expertise and public profile give the movement against animal testing a strong boost.
Drew Barrymore
Drew Barrymore created Flower Beauty with the goal of providing great makeup that everyone can afford. The brand is committed to being cruelty-free and doesn’t sell products in countries that require animal testing. Barrymore is passionate about making products that are both gentle on animals and good for people. She frequently shares her brand’s ethical values with her fans and in the media, demonstrating that large beauty companies can succeed without harming animals.
Jessica Alba
Alba founded The Honest Company with a mission to offer families products that are both safe and ethically made. A core value of her brand is avoiding animal testing and using ingredients free of harsh chemicals. As a mother, she wanted to ensure her children – and others – had access to gentle, responsible products. She’s committed to being open and honest about where ingredients come from and how things are made. Despite becoming a hugely successful company, The Honest Company continues to uphold its commitment to being cruelty-free.
Lady Gaga
The singer launched her beauty brand, Haus Labs, with a strong commitment to being both vegan and cruelty-free. She believes beauty shouldn’t involve animal suffering, and kindness is central to her brand’s values. This means all testing is done on people, and none of her products contain ingredients derived from animals, allowing her to create a striking look without harming animals.
Jennifer Aniston
Jennifer Aniston recently launched LolaVie, her own haircare line. From the start, she committed to making the brand vegan and cruelty-free, spending years perfecting formulas that deliver great results without any animal testing. LolaVie is certified by the Leaping Bunny Program, guaranteeing its ethical standards and providing customers with high-quality, consciously-made products.
Scarlett Johansson
Johansson launched The Outset, a skincare line built around gentle, clean formulas. The brand is committed to being cruelty-free – it’s Leaping Bunny certified and doesn’t test on animals. To guarantee safety, Johansson eliminated thousands of ingredients, proving that effective skincare doesn’t require animal testing. She aimed to develop a straightforward routine that’s kind to both the environment and animals. The Outset embodies a growing trend in the beauty world: thoughtful simplicity from a celebrity-backed brand.
Halsey
Halsey launched About-Face, a makeup brand designed to encourage people to express themselves. All of the products are made without any animal ingredients and aren’t tested on animals. Halsey is deeply involved in creating the products and makes sure they’re made ethically. She often speaks about the importance of cruelty-free cosmetics. The brand resonates with a generation that values honesty and kindness.
Millie Bobby Brown
Selena Gomez created Florence by Mills with young people in mind, wanting to offer a beauty brand that’s both effective and ethical. It’s officially certified vegan and cruelty-free by PETA, meaning it doesn’t use animal products or test on animals. Gomez aimed to make a trustworthy and affordable clean beauty line for teens, and she also supports charities that help children and animals, encouraging her fans to embrace kindness as part of their beauty routine.
Harry Styles
Harry Styles launched Pleasing, a lifestyle brand focused on beauty, with a strong commitment to being cruelty-free and using only vegan ingredients. He wants to create products that are both enjoyable and ethically made, without harming animals or the environment. Through Pleasing, Styles champions kindness and welcomes everyone, and ensures no animal testing happens during any part of the production process.
Miranda Kerr
I’m such a fan of Miranda Kerr! It’s amazing how she turned her passion for natural living and love for animals into Kora Organics, a truly organic skincare line. She’s so committed to being cruelty-free, and I really admire that she won’t sell her products anywhere that requires animal testing. She truly believes – and proves – that you can get healthy, glowing skin with the power of plants, and that a business can be both ethical and successful. It’s inspiring to see!
Maggie Q
Maggie Q is a dedicated animal rights advocate and actively supports PETA. She’s well-known for campaigning against practices like fur farming and animal testing in cosmetics. One notable protest involved speaking out against the use of coyote fur at a Canada Goose shareholder meeting. She also credits a plant-based diet with her overall health and vitality. Being an activist is a core part of who she is, both in her personal life and career.
Olivia Munn
As a moviegoer, I’ve always admired Olivia Munn’s work on screen, but I’m even more impressed by her dedication to animal rights. She’s teamed up with PETA numerous times to shine a light on truly awful animal cruelty, including narrating a video that showed the heartbreaking conditions on fur farms and in labs. She doesn’t just stop there, though – she actively speaks out against using animals for entertainment, like in circuses, and encourages her fans to make conscious choices by boycotting companies that put profit over animal welfare. Honestly, her consistent advocacy is fantastic; it keeps these important issues from being ignored and helps bring them to the forefront of public conversation.
Taraji P. Henson
The actress participated in a nude PETA campaign to speak out against using fur in clothing. She’s a passionate animal lover and has often criticized animal cruelty, believing that fake materials are better than real fur. She urges her followers to prioritize kindness over appearances, and her willingness to take part in these campaigns helps raise awareness about making ethical fashion choices.
Penélope Cruz
For years, Cruz has been a vocal advocate for animal rights, partnering with PETA and refusing to wear fur. She encourages people to adopt pets from shelters instead of buying from breeders, and actively protests against the cruelty of both the fur trade and animal testing. Cruz believes compassion is more stylish than causing harm, and her commitment is helping the fashion world embrace more sustainable, animal-free materials.
Sadie Sink
Sadie Sink is a dedicated vegan and a passionate advocate for eco-friendly fashion. Known for her role in ‘Stranger Things,’ she’s also narrated films focused on animal rights and environmental issues. She partners with brands to support vegan leather and cruelty-free cosmetics. Sink feels strongly that her generation should take responsibility for improving how animals are treated, and her genuine commitment appeals to young people who share those values.
Woody Harrelson
Woody Harrelson has been a dedicated vegan and environmental advocate for many years. He actively works with PETA to fight against animal testing and the exploitation of animals in the entertainment industry. Harrelson lives a life focused on sustainability and inspires others to adopt similar practices, believing that kindness towards animals is essential for a healthy planet. His consistent commitment has made him a leading activist in Hollywood.
Moby
This musician is a passionate advocate for animal rights, likely one of the most dedicated in the world. He shows his commitment with tattoos – “Animal Rights” on his arms and “Vegan for Life” on his neck. Remarkably, he donates all the money earned from his restaurants and music to groups that help animals. He also actively fights against animal testing and cruel factory farming practices, dedicating his entire life to protecting animals.
James Cromwell
After appearing in the film ‘Babe’, Cromwell adopted a vegan lifestyle. He’s well-known for his passionate activism and has been arrested many times while protesting against animal testing and the conditions in factory farms. As a dedicated animal rights advocate, he’s an honorary director of PETA and firmly believes animals shouldn’t be treated as property. His strong commitment to these beliefs is clear through his ongoing activism.
Brian May
Brian May, the famous guitarist from Queen, started the Save Me Trust to help protect animals. Although he especially focuses on badgers and foxes, he strongly opposes all forms of animal cruelty, campaigning against activities like blood sports and the use of animals in scientific experiments. He uses his website and social media to inform people about laws designed to protect animal welfare, and his background in science helps him argue against animal testing.
Morrissey
Morrissey, the former lead singer of The Smiths, released the album ‘Meat Is Murder’ in the 1980s. A passionate vegetarian, he doesn’t allow meat to be sold at his concerts. He’s worked with PETA to fight against animal testing and the use of fur. Morrissey strongly believes that eating animals is a major ethical issue today, and his firm beliefs have inspired many fans to adopt a more animal-friendly lifestyle.
Rooney Mara
Mara created Hiraeth, a high-end vegan fashion brand, to offer luxurious clothing made without harming animals. She also makes documentaries revealing the often-hidden cruelty within farming and animal testing. Beyond that, she actively participates in animal rights protests and even conducts secret investigations. Mara is passionate about proving that fashion can be both glamorous and completely free of animal products, effectively combining her Hollywood career with her dedication to animal activism.
Kate Mara
I’ve always admired Kate Mara, not just for her acting but for her real commitment to animal welfare. She’s a big supporter of the Humane Society, and I know she’s passionate about Meatless Mondays – a simple way to make a difference. She’s also been a vocal opponent of using wild animals in circuses, which I completely agree with, and she consistently speaks out against animal testing for cosmetics. Ultimately, it’s clear she wants to make the world a kinder place for every creature, and that’s something I really respect.
Krysten Ritter
Kate Ritter is a dedicated animal rights advocate and a supporter of PETA. She’s known for encouraging people to bring their dogs indoors during cold weather, and she strongly believes in adopting animals from shelters. Ritter also promotes cruelty-free living and supports alternatives to animal testing, all stemming from her deep affection for animals.
Bellamy Young
Kerry Washington, known for her role in ‘Scandal,’ has followed a vegan lifestyle for many years and partners with the Humane Society. She’s a dedicated advocate for ending animal testing in the cosmetics industry and believes all living things deserve kindness. Washington often uses her public appearances, like walking the red carpet, to support ethical and cruelty-free fashion choices. Her ongoing efforts help ensure animal welfare remains a priority for lawmakers.
Torrey DeVitto
DeVitto is a dedicated animal rights advocate with PETA, actively working against practices like dissection and animal testing. She champions alternatives like synthetic leather and vegan fashion, believing animals should not be used for experimentation or clothing. She often informs her followers about brands that don’t harm animals, and her commitment to animal welfare is a significant part of her public persona.
Madelaine Petsch
Madelaine Petsch, known for her role on ‘Riverdale,’ grew up vegetarian and later adopted a vegan lifestyle because of her beliefs. She famously modeled a dress made of bok choy for a PETA campaign to encourage plant-based diets. Petsch consistently advocates for cruelty-free cosmetics and skincare, and she uses her YouTube channel to teach her followers about veganism, helping to raise awareness about animal rights among a younger audience.
Evanna Lynch
Evanna Lynch, known for playing Luna Lovegood in the ‘Harry Potter’ films, is a passionate advocate for animal rights. She started Kinder Beauty Box to help people easily find vegan and cruelty-free products. Through her podcast, she discusses veganism and animal welfare. Lynch focuses on encouraging positive change and kinder choices, and her business supports companies committed to cruelty-free practices.
Kat Dennings
Dennings is passionate about animal welfare and living a cruelty-free lifestyle. She frequently recommends vegan products and ethical companies to her followers online. She encourages people to adopt pets from shelters instead of buying from breeders, and she’s a strong advocate for ending animal testing in cosmetics and banning fur farms. Her down-to-earth style inspires her fans to make positive changes in their own lives.
Kaley Cuoco
Kaley Cuoco, known for her role in ‘The Flight Attendant,’ is a dedicated horse enthusiast and animal lover. She actively campaigned to end horse-drawn carriages in cities, believing they are cruel to animals. Cuoco is a strong supporter of adopting pets from shelters rather than buying them, and she consistently voices her opposition to animal mistreatment, especially within the entertainment industry. Her production company focuses on creating content that doesn’t involve exploiting animals.
Charlize Theron
Charlize Theron is a UN Messenger of Peace and a strong voice for animal rights. She’s worked with PETA, speaking out against the fur industry and supporting cruelty-free products and ethical fashion. She also teaches her children the importance of respecting all animals. Because of her widespread recognition, she’s able to share a message of kindness with a large audience.
Sia
As a critic, I’ve always admired artists who truly walk their talk, and Sia is a prime example. She’s been a dedicated vegan for years and a passionate advocate for animal rescue – it’s clearly a core part of who she is. Her collaboration with MAC Cosmetics on a Viva Glam lipstick was particularly thoughtful; she made sure the project stayed true to her commitment to cruelty-free products, which is fantastic. Beyond that, she consistently uses her influence to encourage dog adoption and stronger animal protection laws. And her involvement in the documentary ‘Dominion,’ lending her voice to expose animal cruelty, was incredibly powerful. It’s clear her art and her activism aren’t separate entities – they’re beautifully connected by a genuine love for animals.
Rosario Dawson
Dawson is a co-founder of Studio 189, a company dedicated to ethical and sustainable fashion. A vegetarian herself, she’s a strong supporter of animal welfare and actively works to protect wildlife and end animal testing. She believes consumers can encourage businesses to adopt more responsible practices, and her work highlights the link between human rights and the ethical treatment of animals.
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