Red, White And Blue: 5 Most Patriotic Celebrities
Celebrities aren’t solely known for their charitable endorsements or partnerships, leading some artists to lend a supportive hand to the U.S. Army. Check out this list to see how musicians have showed their support for the troops.
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson
The former WWE wrestler partnered with Authentic Apparel Group to create an Army-style line in recognition of the U.S. Army’s distinct heritage. All proceeds are directed to the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Program (MWR), which supports Army personnel and their families.
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Will Smith
The veteran actor visited Fort Hood, Texas in June 2013 with his son, Jaden Smith, to premier their movie “After Earth” in partnership with the USO. The “I Am Legend” star described the film as having a “wonderful theme of a military father and son.”
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LL Cool J
This Queens native hosted the Academy of Country Music’s “All-Star Salute to the Troops” in May 2014. The rapper turned actor co-anchored the stellar night with CBS’s “NCIS: Los Angeles” star Chris O’Donnell. Performers included Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Keith Urban.
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Usher
The R&B crooner performed at the Inauguration Kids Concert for military families last year in Washington, D.C. Usher was also joined by Nick Cannon, Justin Bieber, Jimmy Fallon, and The Wanted.
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Kid Rock
The world-renowned artist showed his support for the troops in Iraq when he traveled to the country and Kuwait as part of a USO tour.
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