Hollywood Tracks Eight Pivotal California House Races in 2026 Midterms
WHO:
NY Post - Steve Hilton and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass are presented as opposing choices in a separate California political opinion article.
Deadline - The article describes Hollywood activists and donors, mostly left-leaning, as watching California House races.
NY Post - The article identifies eight California House races involving Republicans and Democrats, including a race for Nancy Pelosi’s seat; it names no candidates in the excerpt.
Daily Kos - Pop star Olivia Rodrigo supported Democratic Ohio gubernatorial nominee Amy Acton.
Daily Kos - Democratic Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed received support from Bruce Springsteen, Susan Sarandon, Adam Brody, and YouTuber Ms. Rachel.
Daily Kos - Democratic Texas Senate candidate James Talarico was endorsed by Willie Nelson; Bill Nye also supported him. Shonda Rhimes hosted a fundraiser for Talarico and Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff.
Daily Kos - Ossoff, an incumbent Georgia senator, was supported by John Leguizamo, Ben Stiller, Chuck Lorre, Sally Field, Larry David, and Annette Bening.
Daily Kos - Nicki Minaj and country music artist Jason Aldean appeared alongside President Trump; the article says Minaj cannot vote.
WHAT:
Daily Kos - Abdul El-Sayed was in a tight Senate race against Republican Mike Rogers.
Daily Kos - The article said ads featuring Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton’s estranged, abusive mother shifted attention to Acton’s campaign.
Daily Kos - The article said celebrities’ financial support for Jon Ossoff gave his Republican opponent an attack point.
NY Post - The article says most Californians believe the state is on the wrong track, citing overregulation, high taxes, and out-of-control homelessness.
Deadline - Hollywood donors’ fatigue was apparent during the election cycle, despite polls encouraging Democrats; activists reportedly felt anxiety and cautious optimism.
NY Post - The article says money and accusations were flying over alleged ties to President Trump, Big Tech, corporate PACs, and democratic socialists, with House control at stake.
Daily Kos - Rodrigo wore an Acton T-shirt, hugged Acton, and handed her a small bouquet during a Columbus concert.
Daily Kos - Willie Nelson said, “I've gotten to know James Talarico. He's a good man, who will be a good senator for the state of Texas. Please vote and vote for James Talarico.”
Daily Kos - Leguizamo wrote of Ossoff: “This is the guy to vote for and stand behind!!”
WHERE:
Daily Kos - Olivia Rodrigo performed at the Daisy Chain Fields Music Festival in Irvine, California.
NY Post - The opinion article discusses California and Los Angeles.
Deadline - Hollywood candidates courted industry donors at backyard venues and through one-on-one phone calls.
NY Post - The eight races discussed are in California.
Daily Kos - Rodrigo’s concert interaction with Acton occurred in Columbus, Ohio; Acton was in the audience.
WHY:
NY Post - The races drew attention because control of the House was at stake.
Daily Kos - Talarico attracted celebrity support amid what the article described as Republican hatred and homophobia directed at him.
HOW:
Daily Kos - Celebrities supported candidates through public endorsements, social-media statements, concert appearances, and fundraising.
(UPDATED November 3, 2026 15:00 UTC)
Hollywood donors and celebrities are backing candidates in key races as House control hangs in the balance. Olivia Rodrigo publicly supported Ohio Democrat Amy Acton during a Columbus concert. Celebrities also backed Senate candidates, while California’s contested House races drew Hollywood activists’ attention.
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(UPDATED November 3, 2026 14:03 UTC)
Hollywood donors are watching California House races, where control of Congress is at stake. Celebrities are backing Democratic candidates nationwide through endorsements, appearances, and fundraisers. Olivia Rodrigo supported Ohio nominee Amy Acton, while Willie Nelson endorsed Texas candidate James Talarico.
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(UPDATED November 3, 2026 04:59 UTC)
Hollywood donors are cautiously backing Democrats as California House races put control of Congress at stake. Olivia Rodrigo showed support for Ohio candidate Amy Acton during a concert. Celebrities also endorsed Senate candidates, including James Talarico and Jon Ossoff.