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Celebrities in politics: Stars who took up the cause of the people
Being famous and notable in one field — sports, movies, or whatever Kim Kardashian is known for — was just the tip of the iceberg for these celebs.
Wyclef Jean
In the aftermath of the devastating 2010 earthquake in his home nation of Haiti, he said he'd return to run for president. The country's electoral commission didn't let him run, though, citing unmet residency requirements.
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