Famous Vegans - List of Famous Vegans - page 3

Although veganism—the ethical philosophy of avoiding all animal products, especially in diet—is by no means a recent stance, it goes without saying that celebrities like Pamela Anderson, Ellen DeGeneres, Alec Baldwin and Russell Brand have played a major role in popularizing it. The 18th century American reformer Amos Bronson Alcott—the father of writer Louisa May-- advocated a vegan diet even before the term was coined! The English animal rights advocate Donald Watson is credited with coining the term “vegan”; he also founded the Vegan Society. However, veganism as a social justice movement started gaining mainstream prominence only in the past few years with the emergence of vegan activists like Gary Yourofsky, Peter Daniel Young, and Shmuly Yanklowitz. In the contemporary times, several actors, directors and musicians are actively engaged in spreading awareness about veganism and animal rights. Actors Natalie Portman, Hillary Swank, and Tobey Maguire are prominent spokespersons for veganism as are musicians Russell Simmons and Moby. Famous vegan spiritual leaders like Alfredo Sfeir and Thich Nhat Hanh are also engaged in dispersing the message of universal peace for all irrespective of the species. Read on for more information about the life and works of famous vegans.

List of famous vegans. These celebrities have given up animal products for a healthier lifestyle.

The Most Famous Vegans

NameBirthdayNationalityBio
Milo VentimigliaJuly 8, 1977AmericanMilo Ventimiglia is an American actor who became famous for his role as Peter Petrelli on the NBC television series Heroes
Gelila BekeleSeptember 4, 1986EthiopianGelila Bekele is an Ethiopian model, social worker, and documentary maker
Ted DansonDecember 29, 1947AmericanTed Danson is an American actor, producer and environmental activist
Evanna LynchAugust 16, 1991IrishEvanna Patricia Lynch is a popular Irish actress and model
Lucy WatsonFebruary 20, 1991BritishLucy Watson is an British socialite, reporter, reality star and entrepreneur who featured in the reality series 'Made in Chelsea.'
Mark HoppusMarch 15, 1972AmericanMark Hoppus is an American musician, singer, and songwriter
Kirk HammettNovember 18, 1962AmericanKirk Hammett is a lead guitarist and songwriter of heavy metal band Metallica
Aubrey MillerAugust 8, 2001AmericanAubrey Miller is an actress and dancer known for her role in the TV show ‘Austin & Ally.’
Abbie CornishAugust 7, 1982AustralianAbbie Cornish is an Australian actress and rapper
Conor OberstFebruary 15, 1980AmericanConor Oberst is a renowned American singer and songwriter
Evanna Lynch

Evanna Lynch

Evanna Patricia Lynch is a popular Irish actress and model

IrishAugust 16, 1991662 views

Venus Williams

Venus Williams has created ripples in the world of tennis & dominated the game with her exceptional talent and prowess at the game

AmericanJune 17, 1980151 views

Tia Mowry

Tia Mowry is a popular American actress who is best known for her performance in ‘Sister, Sister.’

AmericanJuly 6, 1978139 views

Sarah Silverman

Sarah Silverman is a stand-up comedienne known for her performances in television shows and films

Russell Simmons

Russell Simmons is an American businessman, producer and entrepreneur

AmericanOctober 4, 1957151 views

Natalie Portman

Natalie Portman is an acclaimed and award winning actress, producer and director

IsraeliJune 9, 1981273 views

Mark Hoppus

Mark Hoppus is an American musician, singer, and songwriter

AmericanMarch 15, 1972438 views

Jared Leto

Jared Leto is a musician cum actor acclaimed for his role in ‘Requiem for a Dream’

AmericanDecember 26, 1971285 views

Abbie Cornish

Abbie Cornish is an Australian actress and rapper

Conor Oberst

Conor Oberst is a renowned American singer and songwriter

AmericanFebruary 15, 1980322 views