These celebrities are highly revered in their industries for their work and contributions, but they are also not ashamed to use their celebrity platform to share their faith in Jesus openly.
Chris Pratt
Fame and the spotlight have not uprooted Chris Pratt from his faith in Christianity and his devotion to his growing family. In an industry scarce in devout Christians, Chris gladly shares how his faith has shaped his life. When his son was born premature and had spent a month in intensive care, Chris admitted that he and his wife turned to God during that time: “We were scared for a long time. We prayed a lot…It restored my faith in God, not that it needed to be restored, but it really redefined it.”
Mark Burnett & Roma Downey
Mark Burnett and his wife Roma Downey have revolutionized the television industry and have been the driving force behind two of the biggest Christian television programs to air on national television, “The Bible Experience” and “A.D. The Bible Continues.”
Carrie Underwood
With many of her songs filled with Gospel roots and Christian themes, Carrie Underwood has become one of the brightest stars to shine the light of Christ in Hollywood. In several interviews, Carrie and husband Mike Fisher discuss the importance of Christ in their marriage and in their careers.
Bono
Frontman for the wildly popular band U2, Bono, is one of the most prominent Christian rock stars in the world. With his constant focus on humanitarian work and his outspoken profession of Christ, he tops the list as one of the most powerful and influential Christians in the world.
Candace Cameron Bure & Kirk Cameron
One of the most well-known and admired Christian siblings in Hollywood is the Cameron’s, Kirk and Candace Bure. As a child stars in the hit shows ‘Full House’ and ‘Growing Pains’, Kirk and Candace didn’t let the early fame and spotlight sway them from their strong faith in Christ. They’ve both used their celebrity status as a platform to boldly share her faith, unwavering to the pressures of the industry and critics.
Tyler Perry
One of the most successful and prominent actors and filmmakers in the industry is Tyler Perry. In almost all of his movies, themes of faith and the Gospel can be found. Tyler credits the time he spent in church with his mother as a refuge from a horrific and difficult childhood filled with beatings and molestation. He proclaims, “I am a Christian, I am a believer and I know had I not been a person of faith, I couldn’t be here in this place and I wouldn’t’ be walking the path I’m on now.”
George W. Bush
Our nation’s president for two terms, George W. Bush, was never shy to share his faith in Christ at the helm of the Oval office. He’s often referenced his faith during the nation’s most difficult and tragic times. One of his most famous quotes during his presidency, “When you turn your heart and life over to Christ, when you accept Christ as the savior, it changes your heart.”
Denzel Washington
As one of Hollywood’s most elite A-list actors, Denzel Washington is known by the Christian community for his faith in Christ. Growing up the son of a preacher, he was exposed to Christianity at a young age and he has kept it close to his heart throughout the fame and fortune. The fruits of his faith can be seen prominently along his path of stardom—along with his frequent references to God in interviews and his involvement in “The Bible Experience,” Denzel has reportedly given $2.5 million to his church, West Angeles Church of God in Christ, to help them build a new facility. As one of the highest paid actors in the business, earning $20 million per movie, Denzel is a powerful leader in Hollywood and is well-loved and respected by all walks of life. His prominence and voice for the Lord makes him one of the most influential Christians in the world today.
Source: beliefnet.com
