Celebs Expected In Denver For Democratic National Convention

Access Hollywood - July 21, 2008 12:35 PM PDT

DENVER, CO. -- The Democratic National Convention could look more like a Hollywood red carpet event than a traditional political convention this year in Denver.

Hollywood and politics often overlap and with Barack Obama nabbing the Democratic nomination, an avalanche of celebs are expected to descend on the Mile High City to support the candidate in his bid for the White House, New York's Daily News reports.

"We are expecting lots of people to be here, big names, small names and everyday American names," convention spokesman Damon Jones told the paper.

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Convention organizers have yet to release an official list, but Kanye West, N.E.R.D., Wyclef Jean and Usher are in "serious talks" to perform at the convention, according to DNC sources.

The Black Eyed Peas are scheduled to perform during convention week at a Creative Coalition DNC gala at the Fillmore Auditorium on Aug. 27.

"The Black Eyed Peas represent a growing genre of music that emphasizes increased social awareness," Robin Bronk, executive director of the Creative Coalition, told the paper.

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The DNC star power won't just be limited to music's greats. A-list stars from the big and small screen are also expected to come out in support of Obama.

Ben Affleck, who has already campaigned heavily for the Democratic presidential nominee, is expected in Denver. It's not know if Affleck will be joined by wife Jennifer Garner or celeb pals Matt Damon or George Clooney.

Scarlett Johansson, who told the Associated Press, "My heart belongs to Barack, and that is who I am currently, finally, engaged to," is also expected to show up in Denver.

And the list of expected Obama supporters at the DNC in Denver just continues to grow.

Warren Beatty, Annette Bening Susan Sarandon, Forrest Whitaker, Dana Delany, Rachel Leigh Cook and Ed Norton, who is reportedly directing a documentary on Obama, are also expect to attend the convention.

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  • Drigo
    Come on Guys, its crap like this that sets us back as a whole, who are we to judge???? we all have the choice to vote, wether we vote or not... negative comments will only sway people the wrong way.... celebs are human, and have a voice.. so either we move forward with the world, or we stand still, u choose!!!!
    report abuseposted August 9, 2008 7:02 PM PDT
  • Kim G
    I am not a McCain fan but I do know he is not Bush's lap dog. If you are actually interested in politics, and not just this bizarre and media-infused election, McCain dislikes Bush and has voted against his measures on numerous occasions. McCain is the one candidate that has voted across the aisle on many issues-that's why he is struggling to get the ultra conservative votes.
    report abuseposted August 7, 2008 7:09 PM PDT
  • Thomas S
    Just remember allyou haters that everytime Bush and his lap dog McCain complain about the "democratic congress" it was when the republican(t)s had contol of the presidency, the senate and the house of representatives that they entirely ruined the economy of this country by starting an unnecessary war. Bush will be relegated to the scrap heap of history when young voters cast the
    report abuseposted August 7, 2008 6:03 PM PDT
  • JoeS
    Obama is a disgrace to black people. Finally, a black person gets the opportunity, and turns out to be a liar. That puts this country back on race relations! Thanks Obama!
    report abuseposted August 7, 2008 4:12 PM PDT
  • JoeS
    THE McCAIN AD WAS RIGHT ON THE MONEY! All fluff and no substance! Obama will lose! and his color has nothing to do with it, He is a huge liar! He won't get my vote!
    report abuseposted August 7, 2008 4:08 PM PDT
  • Sandy T
    Thanks for telling me, I shall turn off the TV and go out!!!!!!!!!!!! Enough of the stars , my vote is not for sale. I shall vote for him or mcain---but it will be my decision.
    report abuseposted August 7, 2008 3:01 PM PDT
  • sc
    Please tell me Linda O -- why is so hard to see a well educated African American male do so well . Why does he have to continue to prove his accomplishments everyday just to get a vote? What accomplishments did Bush have? remember he is only going to have but so many at the age of 47. McCain at 71 should have more than what he has.
    report abuseposted August 7, 2008 1:46 PM PDT
  • MLI
    Wow!! The Socialist National Convention is upon us. I will luckily be able to find something better to watch. Even if It's just a blue screen. & If not they'll have a program or plan to help me find something better to watch. After they raise taxes!!
    report abuseposted August 7, 2008 1:42 PM PDT
  • Drigo
    Peace everyone, Are we that afraid of change, whats your accomplishments? what have you done to change anything? as you point the finger, 4 are aimed at you.. heres a man running for change, and we bash him for his name,religion, skin, etc. lets do our on research, figure out what he stands for, and vote.. to me this guy means business, hes young, freshand ready to go... who knows? VOTE!!!
    report abuseposted August 7, 2008 1:24 PM PDT
  • blahblahblah12
    Dale S. you are such a douche bag it kills me. really. could you do better, you can't even spell Obama. you are a tool.
    report abuseposted July 23, 2008 10:15 AM PDT
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