13 Celebrities Explain Why They Went Animal-Free
When it comes to food, different types of diets adapt to the preferences of each person. And you may be surprised to know that several global fast-food brands, such as KFC, McDonald's, and Burger King, now sell vegan food items. Several cities around the world have now begun holding vegan food festivals, including Salford and Liverpool.
And in Hollywood, there are many celebrities who, concerned about the environment, animals, or their health, decide to eliminate meat from their diet. Some are vegans and others vegetarians, but they all have reasons why plant-based food has become part of their lifestyle.
Scroll down to discover the reasons why these celebs stopped eating meat.
#1 Katy Perry
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Katy Perry announced on Twitter in early 2021 that she was 95% ready to go vegan. Even though the reasons behind her decision are unknown, the artist has demonstrated her care for the food business by investing in Impossible Foods.
This company is focused on developing meat and dairy alternatives to reduce the need for meat and other animal-based diets.
#2 Joaquín Phoenix
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Joaquin Phoenix had known since the age of four that he didn't want to consume animal products because he felt so sad for them. The actor frequently utilizes his celebrity to advocate for animal rights and environmental protection, as he did in his acceptance speech for the Academy Award for Best Actor.
The actor has worked with organizations like PETA and produced the documentary Gunda, which looks at the lives of farm animals.
#3 Sia
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#4 Ruby Rose
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#5 will.i.am
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#6 Evanna Lynch
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#7 Lewis Hamilton
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#8 Rooney Mara
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Rooney Mara has been a vegetarian since she was nine years old, but it wasn't until she was an adult that she truly committed to becoming vegan after watching documentaries regarding the production of animal-based foods.
After understanding how difficult it is to acquire vegan clothing, she entered the fashion world by creating her vegan clothing and accessories brand.
#9 Anya Taylor-Joy
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#10 Jessica Chastain
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#11 James Cameron
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James Cameron became a vegan due to his concern for the environment and the health benefits he believes this diet provides. Since switching to a plant-based diet, the acclaimed director claims he has not been unwell.
He is so dedicated to this diet that he was the executive producer of the documentary "Radical Change", in which he discusses the vegan diet in sports.
#12 Billie Eilish
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#13 Sadie Sink
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