Actresses and actors who are vegan, do you recognize them all?

Veganism has become fashionable now, and it is not strange to see changes in diet, whether due to a health issue, to try or because of animal awareness. The big movie stars have not been immune to this trend , although there have been vegan actors and vegan actresses for decades.

Being vegan implies a more or less strong willpower, since, if our conviction is not real and sincere, we can deviate from the path, peck on food of animal origin and drop the typical phrase of “For a day nothing happens”, arriving even to defect and return to the traditional diet.

Food is not a game, since it can put our health and, therefore, our lives at risk. We must be fully aware of all decisions on nutrition issues and be well informed, since the vegan diet has certain deficiencies that must be supplemented with supplements, such as vitamin B12.

Veganism in the cinema

Cinema, whether on the small screen through streaming platforms or on the big screen, is a leisure activity and is considered the seventh art. Surely many of the actors and actresses that we see in series and movies are vegan.

There are those who wear it in silence because they believe that it is not necessary to brag about something that is normal for them, and there are others who join the cry of protest against the meat and fishing industry inviting new people to join veganism in favor of animals and the environment.

The movie factory is full of vegans, some have been vegan for a few months, and others have been vegan for more than 20 years. This is not an easy change, as some actors must remain the same physical appearance during the months (or years of filming).

How the vegan diet affects workouts

Many actors and actresses have a very tough training plan, especially those who must show their physical appearance and simulate their maximum strength. Still, some of them are vegan, and although it is not known to some extent what kind of supplements they take, their diet is plant-based.

A vegan diet provides the body with vitamins, fiber and minerals in large quantities. Something very important, especially when it comes to gaining muscle, are proteins. When talking about a vegan diet and sports, the caloric intake and protein are used as an excuse.

A protein is the same, whether it is of animal or plant origin . This is why workouts are not affected. Something important, if our sports performance is high, we must put ourselves in the hands of a nutrition professional to tell us the exact amounts.

We say this, because we cannot eat like crazy. An excess of vitamins, fiber, proteins, minerals, and others, has side effects such as diarrhea, dizziness, vomiting, irritability, liver disease, cardiovascular disorders, kidney damage, etc.

Vegan actresses and actors in international cinema

Hollywood and other great spheres of international cinema are full of actors and actresses who have changed their diet for a vegan, either to lose weight, by medical recommendation or animal awareness.

Brad Pitt

This famous actor has been on a strict vegan diet for years, in fact, his ex-wife Angelina did not agree very much because she was very carnivorous. Brad Pitt, the most handsome man in the world, is still perfect at 56 years old. Will the secret be food and body care?

Woody harrelson

This actor convinced Thor’s little brother to change his diet. Woody has been vegan for more than 25 years, in fact, he is very much in favor of raw veganism, that is, eating raw fruits and vegetables. At the same time, he is very environmentally conscious and lives on an eco-farm in Maui.

Liam Hemsworth

Thor’s little brother is another of Hollywood’s vegan actors, although he has made some breaks in his diet due to medical recommendations, since he had to undergo surgery for a kidney stone caused by excess oxalate (abundant in vegetables).

Liam has confessed on many occasions that there is nothing wrong with eating like this and also claimed to feel very active and very healthy physically and mentally.

Pamela anderson

The famous baywatch went vegan for quite some time and is now an animal rights activist . Pamela has not been quiet, as she has put a lot of emphasis on her philosophy, even launching the first 100% vegan shake from the Los Angeles local Millions of Milkshakes and has also created a line of vegan footwear.

Jared Leto

Actor, singer and controversial character who, in his eagerness to raise awareness in the world and his fellow cast members about animal cruelty , brought a pig carcass to recording rehearsals. Not content with that, he decided to send a dead rat to his co-star Margot Robbie. This is why many consider him a fake vegan …

Joaquin phoenix

The Oscar winner for his portrayal of Joker is one of the quintessential vegan actors, and used his minutes in front of the microphones at the Oscars to raise awareness about climate change, the meat industry and animal rights . Joaquin is a famous activist who works with Animal Equality giving a voice to those who do not have it.

The award-winning actor commented that at the age of 3 he went fishing with his family and when he saw one of the fish slowly die before his eyes, he decided that he did not want to eat meat anymore.

Natalie Portman

He confesses to having switched to veganism in 2009 after reading a book entitled Eating Animals, by Jonathan Safran Foer , which recounts many of the atrocities committed in the industry. She was a vegetarian since she was little, but she took the step after that reading, even so, in 2011 she returned to vegetarianism, only during the pregnancy of her first child.

Dani Rovira

This comedian, presenter and activist is one of the vegan actors on the national scene, and also a Goya winner. Dani is a self-made man with a clear and straightforward philosophy of life. He has been raising awareness about the benefits of a vegan diet for years , precisely he who has overcome cancer. Likewise, he works in his own foundation called Fundación Ochotumbao where they support solidarity projects, fight for the rights of animals, the environment and to eradicate social injustice.

Clara Lake

This Spanish actress has been a convinced vegan since 2016 and collaborates hand in hand with Dani Rovira, since both are partners of the Ochotumbao Foundation. Clara is a well-known social media activist advocating for animals, the environment, feminism, and many other social causes.

Penelope Cruz

Few people know that this Spanish actress is vegan and that she began her journey through vegetarianism in the 2000s . For several years now, she took the leap and is now vegan, avoiding all foods of animal origin from her day to day.