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The celebrities who have attended the 2024 RNC

(NEXSTAR) — The Republican National Convention has brought thousands of visitors to Milwaukee this week, including a handful of celebrities.

Here’s a look at the celebrities who have spoken, performed, or appeared at the RNC, as of Wednesday.

Amber Rose

Model and rapper Amber Rose spoke during the RNC’s first day, endorsing Trump. She explained she had “let go of [her] fear” of being judged for supporting the former president after initially thinking he was racist.

Amber Rose attends a rehearsal at the 2024 Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum, Sunday, July 14, 2024, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Lee Greenwood

Singer-songwriter Lee Greenwood has also been in Milwaukee, coming early at Trump’s request.

“We were not supposed to be here on Monday. After the assassination attempt, Trump changed his demeanor,” Greenwood told Nexstar. “That’s why [the first night] was so powerful and emotional because he made the appearance, his favorite singer was here to sing for him, and I did the song that everyone knows I was going to sing.”


Lee Greenwood performs during the Republican National Convention Monday, July 15, 2024, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Chris Janson

Also in attendance for the first night of the Republican National Convention was Chris Janson, who performed his songs “Buy Me A Boat” and “All American Guy.” Eight years ago, Janson performed at the 2016 RNC, singing “Trump Yeah!”

Russell Brand

The British actor and comedian posted to Instagram that he was doing his Rumble show live from Media Row at the RNC, the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports. Russell Brand was also set to perform two shows in the area, one on Monday and the other on Wednesday.

FILE – Comedian Russell Brand performs at “Eddie Murphy: One Night Only,” a celebration of Murphy’s career, at the Saban Theater in Beverly Hills, Calif on Nov. 3, 2012. Brand has been questioned for a second time by police investigating sexual offense allegations, British media reported Monday Dec. 18, 2023. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP, File)

Charlie Kirk

The founder of the conservative activist group Turning Point USA, Charlie Kirk, spoke at the RNC on Monday. He also expressed support for Vance being added to Trump’s ticket.

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – JULY 15: CEO of Turning Point USA Charlie Kirk speaks on stage on the first day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum on July 15, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Delegates, politicians, and the Republican faithful are in Milwaukee for the annual convention, concluding with former President Donald Trump accepting his party’s presidential nomination. The RNC takes place from July 15-18. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Tucker Carlson

The former Fox News anchor was also in attendance during the first night of the RNC, sitting just a few seats away from Trump. Tucker Carlson was expected to speak during the event.

Former US President Donald Trump, right, and television personality Tucker Carlson during the Republican National Convention (RNC) at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US, on Monday, July 15, 2024. Former President Donald Trump tapped JD Vance as his running mate, elevating to the Republican presidential ticket a venture capitalist-turned-senator whose embrace of populist politics garnered national attention and made him a rising star in the party. Photographer: Victor J. Blue/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Savannah Chrisley

The daughter of Todd and Julie Chrisley, the reality TV stars previously convicted on charges of bank fraud and tax evasion, spoke during the second night of the RNC. During her speech, Savannah said, “We have a two-faced justice system,” elaborating: “Just look at what they are doing Trump … while Hunter Biden is roaming around free.”

Last month, a judge called for Julie Chrisley to be re-sentenced, explaining in court documents that it could not independently find evidence to hold her accountable for losses incurred before 2007.

US television personality Savannah Chrisley speaks during the second day of the 2024 Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, July 16, 2024. Days after he survived an assassination attempt Donald Trump won formal nomination as the Republican presidential candidate and picked right-wing loyalist J.D. Vance for running mate, kicking off a triumphalist party convention in the wake of last weekend’s failed assassination attempt. (Photo by ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images)

Dana White

The CEO of the UFC is slated to speak on Thursday ahead of Trump’s formal acceptance speech. Dana White has long been a Trump supporter, with the pair frequently seen at UFC events.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – DECEMBER 16: (L-R) UFC president Dana White and former United States president Donald Trump attend the UFC 296 event at T-Mobile Arena on December 16, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)

Hulk Hogan

Professional wrestler Hulk Hogan is also scheduled to speak on Thursday night.

When asked if he could take up a role at the White House during an interview with NewsNation in June, Hogan said, “Hey, you never know.”

Hulk Hogan attends a New Era In Florida Gaming Event at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tampa on Dec. 8, 2023, in Tampa, Florida. (Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

Jason Aldean

Also scheduled to appear on the final day of the RNC is country singer Jason Aldean, who is set to perform Thursday night. Following the assassination attempt of Trump over the weekend, Aldean dedicated a performance of his controversial song, “Try That in a Small Town,” to the former president.

Jason Aldean performs at the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards from Ford Center at The Star on May 16, 2024 in Frisco, Texas. (Photo by Rich Polk/Penske Media via Getty Images)

Kid Rock

While he wasn’t initially on the schedule for Thursday night, Kid Rock is set to perform during the final night of the RNC.

Kid Rock performs during a walkthrough at the Republican National Convention on July 18. (The Hill)

There was initially speculation that rapper 50 Cent would appear at the RNC after social media users began connecting his song, “Many Men,” with images of Trump after the attempted assassination on Saturday.

As The Hill previously reported, a representative for 50 Cent said Monday that he would not attend as he would “be in Shreveport preparing for his Humor and Harmony upcoming festival” scheduled for next month.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.