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Over 250 Celebrities Back Planned Parenthood in Full-Page New York Times Ad

The star-studded statement highlights the organization's vital healthcare role and challenges federal restrictions under the Trump administration.

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Overview

  • The ad, published on May 21, 2025, features endorsements from over 250 public figures, including Harry Styles, Olivia Rodrigo, Megan Thee Stallion, and Laverne Cox.
  • Signatories emphasize Planned Parenthood's role in providing essential services like cancer screenings, STI testing, abortion, and gender-affirming care to one in four Americans.
  • The campaign responds to recent federal actions under President Trump that limit funding for abortion and Title X services, as well as efforts to restrict gender-affirming care.
  • Planned Parenthood CEO Alexis McGill Johnson praised the celebrity coalition for amplifying the organization's mission to ensure accessible, inclusive healthcare for all.
  • The letter frames the issue as a fight for personal freedom, advocating for individuals' rights to make healthcare decisions without government interference.