7 minutes ago 2009-11-29T21:34:19-08:00
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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