AceShowbiz - Hollywood icon Harrison Ford has publicly endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential race, adding his influential voice to an expanding coalition of entertainment industry figures backing the Democratic nominee.

The 82-year-old "Indiana Jones" star made his announcement in a campaign video released Saturday by the Harris-Walz campaign, where he stressed the importance of protecting democratic institutions and the rule of law while criticizing former President Donald Trump.

In a series of videos, Ford admonished voters to heed the warnings of former Trump administration officials who have voiced strong opposition against a potential Trump re-election.

"When dozens of former members of the Trump administration are sounding alarms, saying, 'For God's sake, don't do this again,' you have to pay attention. They're telling us something important. These aren't soft people. They're governors, generals, standing up against the leader of the party they spent their lives advocating for," Ford said.

Ford emphasized the importance of voting for leaders who respect the rule of law and democratic values. "Kamala Harris will protect your right to disagree with her about her policies or her ideas. As we have done for centuries, we'll debate them. We'll work on them together, and we'll move forward," he noted.

Unlike Trump, Ford argued, Harris offers a unifying vision for the country. "The other guy, he demands unquestioning loyalty, says he wants revenge," he passionately added. "I'm going to vote for Kamala Harris. What we need is to work together again. What we need is a president who works for all of us again."

"Star Wars" co-star Mark Hamill applauded Ford for his political stance. "Thanks, pal. #HarrisWalz2024," he wrote on X while adding a thumbs up emoji.

Ford is not alone. The Harris campaign has garnered support from a dazzling array of celebrities such as Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Beyonce Knowles, Leonardo DiCaprio, and more.

These endorsements have not only raised significant funds - over $4 million in donations - but also bolstered Harris' visibility among younger voters. Celebrities have leveraged their enormous platforms in social media and at public events to promote the Harris-Walz ticket, making it a cultural movement as much as a political campaign.

As Election Day looms, the swelling tide of celebrity endorsements underscores a significant moment in the political engagement of Hollywood. Harnessing their influence, stars like Harrison Ford and his peers are hoping to galvanize Americans to cast their votes for a future rooted in unity and democratic principles.