Activists by country

Forest Whitaker is an American actor, producer, director, and activist widely recognized for his intense and nuanced character portrayals across film and television.

Key Career Highlights:

Academy Award Win: He won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his acclaimed portrayal of Ugandan dictator Idi Amin in the 2006 film The Last King of Scotland.

Iconic Roles: His notable film roles span multiple genres and include jazz legend Charlie "Bird" Parker in Clint Eastwood's Bird (for which he won Best Actor at the Cannes Film Festival), Jody in The Crying Game, Zuri in Black Panther, Colonel Weber in Arrival, and Saw Gerrera in the Star Wars franchise (Rogue One, Rebels, Andor).

Television Work: On television, he is known for starring as Ellsworth "Bumpy" Johnson in the series Godfather of Harlem and for his roles in series like The Shield and ER.

Filmmaker: Beyond acting, he has directed films such as Waiting to Exhale and Hope Floats.

Activism:

Whitaker is also a dedicated humanitarian and activist. He is the founder and CEO of the Whitaker Peace and Development Initiative (WPDI), a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering peace and reconciliation in disadvantaged and conflict-affected communities. He has also served as a UNESCO Special Envoy for Peace and Reconciliation.

Alyssa Jayne Milano is an American actress and activist. She has played Samantha Micelli in Who's the Boss? (1984–1992), Jennifer Mancini in Melrose Place (1997–1998), Phoebe Halliwell in Charmed (1998–2006), Billie Cunningham in My Name Is Earl (2007–2008), Savannah "Savi" Davis in Mistresses (2013–2014), Renata Murphy in Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later (2017), and Coralee Armstrong in Insatiable (2018–2019). As an activist, Milano is known for her role in the #MeToo movement in October 2017. She was the replacement of the role of Roxie Hart, and did her own singing in Chicago.

Cynthia Nixon is an American actress, activist, and theatre director.

She is widely known for her role as Miranda Hobbes in the HBO series Sex and the City (1998–2004) and its subsequent films and sequel series, And Just Like That... She has had a long career in film, television, and theater, beginning her Broadway debut in 1980. Her accolades include two Primetime Emmy Awards, two Tony Awards, and a Grammy Award.

Nixon is also known for her political activism. She is a long-time advocate for public education, LGBTQ equality (particularly same-sex marriage), and women's health. In 2018, she ran for Governor of New York as a challenger in the Democratic primary. She is a member of the New York City chapter of Democratic Socialists of America.

She is a graduate of Barnard College.

Eric Trump is an American businessman, political activist, and former reality television personality. He is the third child and second son of U.S. President Donald Trump and his first wife, Ivana Trump.

He serves as an Executive Vice President of The Trump Organization, where he and his older brother, Donald Trump Jr., have overseen the company's operations since their father entered the political arena. He is involved in the company's global real estate portfolio, including luxury hospitality, commercial and residential development, and golf properties. He also oversees Trump Winery.

Eric Trump is a prominent figure in Republican politics, having played a key role as an advisor and surrogate during his father's presidential campaigns. He graduated from Georgetown University. He is also known for his philanthropic work, having founded the Eric Trump Foundation (now dissolved) which raised funds for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. He is married to Lara Trump and they have two children.

Michael Andrew Fox, known professionally as Michael J. Fox, is a Canadian and American actor and activist. Beginning his career as a child actor in the 1970s, he rose to prominence portraying Alex P. Keaton on the NBC sitcom Family Ties (1982–1989) and Marty McFly in the Back to the Future film trilogy (1985–1990). Fox went on to star in films such as Teen Wolf (1985), The Secret of My Success (1987), Casualties of War (1989), Doc Hollywood (1991) and The Frighteners (1996). He returned to television on the ABC sitcom Spin City in the lead role of Mike Flaherty (1996–2000).

Joan Baez is an American folk singer, songwriter, and activist who rose to prominence in the early 1960s. She is celebrated for her distinctive, powerful soprano voice and her ability to interpret songs across various genres, though she is most closely associated with the folk revival movement.

### 🎤 Musical Career

* Early Success: Baez began her career singing traditional folk songs and spirituals. Her self-titled debut album in 1960 was a hit, and she became a major figure on the folk circuit.

* Introducing Bob Dylan: She was instrumental in introducing a young Bob Dylan to a wider audience, performing many of his songs early in his career and touring with him.

* Key Recordings: Her repertoire includes signature songs like **"Diamonds & Rust,"** "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down," and her moving rendition of "We Shall Overcome."

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### 🕊️ Activism and Influence

Beyond her music, Baez is a dedicated political and social activist.

* Civil Rights: She was a prominent figure in the Civil Rights Movement, performing at the 1963 March on Washington.

* Anti-War Protests: She was a vocal opponent of the Vietnam War and actively participated in the anti-war movement.

* Human Rights: Throughout her career, she has been involved in causes supporting human rights, nonviolence, and environmental protection, often using her concerts and public platform to advocate for change.

In essence, Joan Baez is recognized as a powerful voice not only in music but also in the fight for social justice, earning her the title of "the queen of folk."

Gianna Martello is an American dancer, teacher, and choreographer from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She is widely known for her role on the reality TV show "Dance Moms," where her choreography was featured throughout all eight seasons.

She began her dance training at the Abby Lee Dance Company (ALDC) when she was four years old and grew up as a "competition kid" under the direction of Abby Lee Miller. At the age of 16, Gianna started choreographing routines alongside Ms. Miller and on her own, discovering her passion for teaching and choreography.

Martello graduated from Point Park University in 2011 with a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Advertising and Public Relations. After college, she returned to the ALDC to work as one of the main choreographers and teachers, eventually serving as Abby Lee Miller's right-hand woman.

Her professional choreography credits extend beyond "Dance Moms" to include work in the movie Dance-Off, the Go90's Crashed series, the Kid's Choice Awards, and music videos for artists like Todrick Hall and Nia Sioux. She is on faculty at various major dance centers and conventions, and also serves as a guest instructor and competition judge around the world.

Gianna Martello was born on June 10, 1989.