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Oregon Shakespeare Festival dedicates new rehearsal center ... 20 celebrities who endorse Donald Trump for president Comment By Anjelica Oswald MailTribune.com By Anjelica Oswald Posted Feb. 19, 2016 at 12:01 AM Updated Feb 19, 2016 at 4:14 PM By Anjelica Oswald Posted Feb. 19, 2016 at 12:01 AM Updated Feb 19, 2016 at 4:14 PM » Social News AP As the GOP field for the presidential nomination whittles down in primary season, Donald Trump may still not have many political endorsements compared to his rival, Marco Rubio, but he's got celebrity firepower behind him. And those endorsements from familiar faces are a bonus for Trump that helps widen his audience. Once considered a long shot, the businessman and reality-TV star won the New Hampshire primary and is now leading in polls for the South Carolina primary. In addition to the politicians and pundits — like Sarah Palin and Ann Coulter — who have endorsed Trump, here are 20 celebrities and entertainment figures who are showing their support for him: Kid Rock Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Live Nation Kid Rock showed his support for the presidential hopeful in an interview with Rolling Stone , saying that he's "digging Trump." He also added: "Let the m------------ business guy run it like a f------ business. And his campaign has been entertaining as s---." Loretta Lynn Brian Ach/Getty Images for Billboard Country singer Loretta Lynn announced her support for Trump in December, and told a Reuters reporter in January that " he's the only one who' s going to turn this country around." Azealia Banks Getty The rapper tweeted at the beginning of February to voice her support for Trump because she has " no hope for America ." But she does say that "Trump is evil like America is evil and in order for America to keep up with itself it needs him." So her endorsement is not exactly positive. Jesse James Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images James, a TV personality and founder of West Coast Choppers, posted a lengthy Facebook message in January supporting his former "Celebrity Apprentice" boss. He said: Ive met a lot of people in life and I have found it best to form opinions about them by actually meeting them in person. ... What I personally observed is a man that is perfect suited to run this country. ... One thing you know about me is Good or bad I will always tell it like it is. This guy is the Real Deal, and will Make America Great Again. Kirstie Alley Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images Alley hasn't fully endorsed a presidential candidate yet, but in September, she tweeted that she liked Trump after disagreeing with the way "60 Minutes'" Scott Pelley was interviewing the candidate. In January, she told FoxBusiness.com that she wants "someone that will rev us up and make us pay attention. Donald Trump, whether you like him or don't, he's waking this country up." Mike Tyson Ethan Miller/Getty Images The former heavyweight boxing champion announced that he would endorse Trump while appearing on HuffPost Live in October 2015. " He should be president of the United States," Tyson said. As for what Trump has said about immigration, Tyson said that the words were "crude" and someone could work with him on the delivery of his message. Stephen Baldwin Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images Baldwin, who was fired by Trump on two different seasons of "The Celebrity Apprentice," said during an interview with Don Lemon on an episode of "CNN Tonight" that Trump would make a "great" president "b ecause he's not a politician, and he doesn't care what anybody thinks." Gary Busey Jason Kempin/Getty Images The actor endorsed Trump in 2011 , even after being fired from season four of "The Celebrity Apprentice," and offered his praise for the presidential hopeful again recently. " He's a great guy. He's sharp. He's fast," he told Fox411 . "He can change the country after the last eight years." Dennis Rodman Ronald Martinez/Getty Images The retired pro-basketball player tweeted : "@realDonaldTrump has been a great friend for many years. We don't need another politician, we need a businessman like Mr. Trump! Trump 2016." He was fired from season two of "The Celebrity Apprentice." Lou Ferrigno Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for Disney When asked by TMZ for his thoughts on Trump, the actor and former bodybuilder said, "I hope Donald goes all the way." He was also fired from a season of "The Celebrity Apprentice." Hulk Hogan REUTERS/Kevin Kolczynski TMZ asked Hogan which 2016 Republican presidential candidate he would want to face in the ring, but instead of answering the question, he said he'd want to be Trump's running mate. Ted Nugent Rick Diamond/Getty Images for Webster Public Relations The musician wrote an article for WorldNetDaily in which he said that Trump " should be given the Medal of Freedom for speaking his mind in such a bold, honest, and straightforward manner." Tila Tequila Ian Gavan/Getty Images The model and reality star posted a video on YouTube expressing her support for Trump. Wayne Newton Jason Merritt/Getty Images The Las Vegas entertainer announced his support on "Fox and Friends." "I love Donald, and he would make a great president," he said. But he also voiced his support for other hopefuls, such as Carly Fiorina, Jeb Bush, and Ben Carson. Willie Robertson Ethan Miller/Getty Images The businessman and star of A&E's "Duck Dynasty" supported Trump at a rally in Oklahoma last year, where he was invited up on stage. He officially announced his endorsement in January. Jesse Ventura Joe Corrigan/Getty Images The former pro wrestler, former Minnesota governor, and actor was speaking with previous Trump staffer Roger Stone for his show "Off the Grid" when Ventura said , " I shocked my staff today. I came in and said, 'You know what, as far as the Republicans are concerned, I hope Trump wins.'" Though he also added, "Now I' m not a Republican — I'm not a Democrat either — so ultimately, I' d like somebody else to win overall." Charlie Sheen Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images After initially calling Trump a "shame pile of idiocy" in a tweet , Sheen had a change of heart a month later and tweeted that he'd be Trump's "VP in a heartbeat! " Ivana Trump Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for Gabrielle's Angel Foundation The socialite held a luncheon in support of her ex-husband. Mike Ditka Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images for The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation The retired NFL coach said of Trump, "I think that he has the fire in his belly to make America great again and probably do it the right way," in an interview with the Chicago Sun-Times . Terrell Owens Jason Merritt/Getty Images The retired NFL wide receiver told TMZ Sports , "This may be what the country needs and Trump... He's a guy who won't put up with B.S. and has what it takes to change how government is run." He appeared on the most recent season of "The Celebrity Apprentice." See Also: 20 celebrities who love and endorse Donald Trump Why critics are calling 'The Witch' the scariest movie they've seen in years The incredibly successful career of Leonardo DiCaprio, the 6-time Oscar nominee who looks like he'll finally win SEE ALSO: 'Disgraceful': Donald Trump blasts Pope Francis for taking a shot at his faith By Anjelica Oswald MailTribune.com By Anjelica Oswald Posted Feb. 19, 2016 at 12:01 AM Updated Feb 19, 2016 at 4:14 PM » Comment or view comments Reader Reaction » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Southern Oregon Directory Featured Businesses Loading... 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