Some celebrities cut out animal products for personal health reasons, others deliberately link the move to protecting animals, and a few are worried about the planet's condition. Here we explore what motivated these well-known vegetarians to drastically change their eating habits and which foods they chose to eliminate.
Jared Leto
Acclaimed musician Jared Leto has been a longtime supporter of vegetarianism; moreover, he actively campaigns for animal rights and against killing creatures for food. Initially, the artist gave up meat, and later removed all animal products to become a vegan—a commitment he has maintained for over two decades!
Jennifer Lopez
At 51, Jennifer Lopez maintains her stunning appearance thanks to a carefully planned diet and regular exercise. The singer avoids meat, eggs, and dairy. Although she admits swapping milk and cheese for plant-based alternatives was challenging at first, her excellent health and weight normalization convinced her to stick with vegetarianism.
“I feel much better. I advise everyone to try vegetarianism, because in the morning you feel great! “
Joaquin Phoenix
Another seasoned vegan is actor Joaquin Phoenix. Along with his family, he completely overhauled his diet to rely solely on plant foods when he was just three years old. The actor has frequently voiced his stance on defending animal rights, as evidenced by his speech at the 2020 Academy Awards.
Natalie Portman
The actress has practiced veganism and a total rejection of animal products for 12 years after reading Jonathan Safran Foer’s book Eating Animals. The only exception to her own rules came during Natalie's pregnancy—on doctors' advice, she had to relax strict restrictions. Yet right after giving birth, the star returned to her usual diet.
Brad Pitt
Among famous vegetarians, Brad Pitt deserves a mention—he firmly believes that plant-based food is far healthier for both adults and children because it contains more beneficial micronutrients and vitamins. The actor thinks this eating system positively affects the human body, boosting brain function, raising intelligence, and extending lifespan.
Miley Cyrus
There are more vegetarians among celebrities than you might think. Another example is singer and actress Miley Cyrus, who went vegan back in 2014. She even got a flower tattoo on the inside of her shoulder as a symbol of her dedication to plant-based nutrition.
Mike Tyson
For ten years, Mike Tyson has been a vegan and insists he is now in the best physical shape of his life. The boxing legend never stops training and keeping his body fit, and plant-based nutrition only supports his healthy lifestyle.
“By becoming a vegan, I got a new opportunity to lead a healthy life. My health was so damaged by drugs at one time that I could hardly breathe. “
Jessica Chastain
As you might expect, vegetarians are common among Hollywood stars. American actress and producer Jessica Chastain has avoided meat products for over 15 years and has been a vegan since her twenties. Her reason: a desire not to harm anyone and to avoid perpetuating cruelty in the world.
Kate Winslet
The British actress and singer is a vegetarian and an advocate for animal rights through PETA. She has appeared in ethical commercials where she openly promotes a meaningful lifestyle and food free of animal products.
“Teaching children not to eat meat is not difficult. It’s hard to get them to eat it when they know the truth about making it. “
Ariana Grande
The famous singer decided to become a vegan based on her own principles and a wish to protect animals rather than harm them. Ariana also believes that plant-based nutrition can extend life and make people happier, so why not take advantage of this opportunity?
