The Nicest Celebrities In Hollywood

Fame, fortune, and friendliness

Being rich and famous doesn't mean you have to lose your kind spirit. These celebrities are proof of that, and based on testimonies from both fans and colleagues, they are some of the nicest celebrities in Hollywood.

Adam Sandler

Adam Sandler's films may be polarizing, but his kind and genuine spirit is universally recognized. Despite his wild on-screen persona, he is surprisingly reserved and approachable, often interacting with fans and staying humble. Even Jennifer Aniston has praised his character, noting his humility despite his massive successes.

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Adele

Adele is a one-of-a-kind pop star. She has genuine relationships with fans, makes charitable contributions, and publicly supports other artists in the music industry. She also goes above and beyond for her supporters by creating special moments. There were many times when she called fans on stage to take selfies, and one time she even helped a fan propose to his boyfriend during her concert.

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Amy Adams

Amy Adams is known for her warm interactions with fans, which include autograph signings and photo-ops. One time, during a red carpet event, she saw a young girl crying because she couldn't get near her. Amy went up to her and hugged her, making the girl's day. Another time, she gave up her first-class seat for a U.S. soldier on a plane to show her thanks for his service. She's a class act both on the screen and off.

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Anne Hathaway

Anne Hathaway's breakout role in The Princess Diaries made the whole world fall in love with her. From her pleasant late-night TV interview appearances to her heartwarming fan interactions captured on social media, it's clear that she's one of the nicest celebrities around. She's also a fervent ally of the LGBTQ community—in 2018, Anne Hathaway gave a powerful speech acknowledging her privilege and her commitment to fighting for equality.

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Blake Lively

Blake Lively is known for her friendly and approachable personality. It makes sense, given that she's married to another celebrity on this list who is also known for his niceness: Ryan Reynolds. Many fans have praised her kindness online, including one fan who encountered her at a MoMA gala event and said that she was "surprisingly down to earth."

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Chris Evans

Chris Evans never let his role as Captain America inflate his ego. Despite his jock appeal, he is incredibly nice in person. One time in 2015, Chris Evans joined Chris Pratt on a visit to the Seattle Children's Hospital as part of a friendly Super Bowl bet. Instead of simply talking about the bet, Evans wholeheartedly took the chance to make a big impact. He decided to go in his Captain America costume, and the kids were absolutely thrilled over it.

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Chris Hemsworth

Chris Hemsworth may come off as intimidating because of his chiseled appearance and muscular frame, but he's actually a softy at heart. In 2019, he surprised a young Marvel fan with a terminal illness by visiting him in a Thor costume. Hemsworth made sure to take time out of his busy schedule to visit the child, and even fulfilled the kid's wish to hold Thor's hammer. This was just one of Hemsworth's many heartfelt moments with fans.

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Drew Barrymore

Drew Barrymore is proof the pressure makes diamonds. Despite her traumatic childhood, she turned her life around and dedicated it to making the world a brighter place. Drew regularly engages with her fans online but also offline—sometimes, she is seen out and about in New York City handing free magazines to passerbys, signing autographs, taking photos, and talking with fans. She also supports many charitable initiatives.

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Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson came from humble beginnings, and he kept that humility even after he became famous. He stays closely involved with Make-A-Wish, meeting sick children to grant their wishes. He goes above and beyond to make the experiences unforgettable and personal, and also shares those moments in hopes that he can encourage others to give the same kindness.

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Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran, aside from his friendliness towards fans, is well known for his generosity. In Suffolk, England, Ed Sheeran donated £170,000 to his former high school in 2019 to support music and performing arts programs. He also supports organizations like Comic Relief and the Elton John AIDS Foundation, and sells memorabilia to raise funds for important causes.

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Ellen Pompeo

Ellen Pompeo has always been one to advocate for equality in the entertainment industry. In 2018, she secured a groundbreaking deal with ABC Studios for her role in Grey's Anatomy, making her one of the highest-paid actresses on television. Since then, she has always fought for the gender pay gap in her industry, emphasizing the importance of equal pay. Aside from this advocacy work, she is also known for having positive interactions with fans online.

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Emma Watson

Emma Watson took her fame from her Harry Potter and used it as a platform to promote positive change in the world. In 2014, Emma Watson became a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador and launched the HeForShe campaign to involve men in promoting gender equality. Emma collaborates with policymakers and activists to advance gender equality globally. She also connects with fans at public events, showing kindness and appreciation towards them.

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Gal Gadot

Gal Gadot is known for her sincere and caring interactions with fans, particularly young ones, In 2017, she visited a children's hospital in Virginia during the production of "Wonder Woman." Dressed as the famed heroine, she spent valuable time engaging with young patients. This visit was just one of her many regular interactions with fans through personal meet-and-greets and social media.

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Harry Styles

Harry Styles is a favorite for a reason—he's always there for his fans. One time, at a concert in Mexico City in 2017, Harry Styles noticed a fan's sign saying, "My mom's biggest wish is to see you." Without hesitation, he invited the fan's mother on stage. Styles embraced her and sang to her, fulfilling her wish. His charitable efforts, advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights, mental health awareness, and disaster relief are other examples of his kindness.

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Hugh Jackman

Hugh Jackman may be fierce as Wolverine, but he's a super sweet person in real life. He was once the topic of a Reddit discussion where users shared their past encounters with Australian celebrities. The thread was filled with remarks praising Hugh as one of the most nicest celebrities they had ever met. One person wrote: "My former housemate did some plumbing work for Hugh Jackman and said he was one of the nicest people he had ever met."

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Hugh Laurie

Hugh Laurie may play a misanthropic medical genius in House, but don't be fooled—in real life, he is the complete opposite. Many people have praised him for his kindness and humility. He is also very active with charity work, often seen advocating for healthcare and education.

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Jennifer Aniston

Jennifer Aniston is often hailed as America's Sweetheart, and it makes sense why. She has a reputation for being incredibly kind and approachable to everyone she comes across. Contrary to the tabloids, many people have shared their personal experiences with her online and they had nothing but nice things to say about her.

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Jennifer Lawrence

Jennifer Lawrence is the perfect example of "the girl next door." Aside from her A-list status, she is known for her down-to-earth personality and witty sense of humor. Many people, including other celebrities, have reported having pleasant interactions with her.

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John Legend

John Legend has won us over not only with his smooth vocals, but also his kind heart and philanthropy. His dedication to charity work is widely admired by his fans. He has taken part in many charity concerts and initiatives to fundraise for societal issues. John is also reported to be kind during fan encounters.

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Keanu Reeves

Keanu Reeves is beloved in Hollywood for his kindness and generosity. He has earned a reptuation for being incredibly humble, often helping others by giving up his seat on the subway or donating millions to charity. His cool demeanor during interviews also demonstrates his humbleness.

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Kristen Wiig

Kristen Wiig never fails to put smiles on our faces, whether through her comedy or her kind gestures in real life. One online user shared her pleasant experience with Kristen and it speaks volumes: "I met Kristen Wiig at a retail job I had a few years ago. She was with her parents. I mentioned something complimentary to her dad because I don't like bothering celebs, but he responded with, 'Hey, Kristen! You've got a fan over here!' She came back down the stairs, shook my hand, and introduced herself. She was very pleasant."

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Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga has gone viral online many times for her acts of kindness. One of her memorable moments was at the 2023 Oscars, when Lady Gaga helped a photographer who slipped on the red carpet. She also strongly supports her fans, known as Little Monsters, and the LGBTQIA+ community by using her celebrity status for advocacy. She even ended a partnership with Target to show her dedication to a good cause.

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LeBron James

LeBron James is reported to be a nice guy both on and off the court. He's had many memorable interactions with fans, and he is never rude or cocky towards them despite his celebrity status. One time, he even bought two pairs of shoes for a fan who he randomly came across while shopping in a store.

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Lin-Manuel Miranda

Lin-Manuel Miranda is a huge talent with a huge heart. Despite achieving much success, Lin-Manuel remains humble by sharing glimpses of his life on Twitter and Periscope, organizing charity giveaways for causes he cares about, and spreading inspiration with good morning and goodnight messages online.

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Mark Ruffalo

Mark Ruffalo gives off "nice guy" vibes in general, but one user on IMBd could not stress enough just how nice he is: "Mark Ruffalo is one of the kindest, nicest, most humble actors I have ever met—and a guy who seems to not only appreciate but rely on his fans for support. Can't say one bad thing about this bighearted, extremely talented actor, except before I met him I was a fan of the actor—after, a fan of the man."

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Matthew McConaughey

Matthew McConaughey is well-loved by his fans because he always shows out for them. The Oscar-winning actor is known for unexpectedly delighting fans and community members with acts of kindness. He has been seen going to hospitals to visit patients, treating first responders to meals, and participating in different charitable activities without wanting recognition or attention.

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Meryl Streep

Meryl Streep is the queen of film—and a queen of our hearts as well. She is acknowledged for her support and encouragement towards fellow actors and filmmakers, especially emerging talents. She openly praises their work, offers words of support, and mentors many individuals throughout her career, sharing her knowledge and experience generously.

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Paul Rudd

Paul Rudd is notoriously known for being a "nice guy" in Hollywood. In nearly every interview featuring him, he is courteous with a smile on his face. He seems to enjoy making people laugh and feel comfortable. In 2010, Paul and some of his celebrity friends established the Big Slick Celebrity Weekend that features a celebrity softball game, bowling tournament, auction, and variety show. All proceeds go to Children's Mercy Hospital.

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Pedro Pascal

Pedro Pascal is known for being nice to everyone. There was even one instance where his kindness endangered his own health—during an interaction with fans, Pedro allowed them to reenact his character's memorable death in Game of Thrones by having them close his eyes with their fingers for photos. This resulted in Pascal contracting an eye infection—but he never held any ill feelings. He was just happy to make them happy.

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Rachel McAdams

Rachel McAdams may have been a mean girl on screen, but she is one of the sweetest celebrities to be around off-screen. Not only is her personality night-and-day compared to that of her Mean Girls character Regina George, she also lives a very low-key life, sometimes seen on a leisurely bike ride or visiting bookstores around town.

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Reese Witherspoon

Reese Witherspoon has been called "an absolute delight" by fans online. Past co-workers have said that she is incredibly thoughtful, getting all of her staff gifts at the end of film projects. Reese also interacts with fans on social media, shares personal thoughts with them, and inspires them with positivity. Her friendly demeanor has earned widespread admiration over the years.

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Ryan Reynolds

Ryan Reynolds is known for his self-deprecating humor that puts people at ease. Recently, he has been dressing up as his Marvel character Deadpool to visit sick children, which shows his kind heart and generosity. He extends his love not only to his fans, but also to his wife Blake Lively and his children. Despite playing the talkative mercenary on screen, he is seen as a hero off-screen.

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Sandra Bullock

Sandra Bullock was a perfect choice for Miss Congeniality because she is genuinely kind in real life. Aside from her friendliness towards fans, she is also very charitable. In 2005, she donated $1 million to American Red Cross after Hurricane Katrina. She also supports charities for children and disaster relief, including Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Warren Easton Charter High School.

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Sarah Paulson

Sarah Paulson regularly goes viral online for funny clips showcasing her quirky personality. Fans and colleagues describe her as approachable and down-to-earth. At public events, she connects with fans, signs autographs, and engages in meaningful discussions, endearing them with her warm-hearted personality.

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Steve Carell

Steve Carell is hard not to like. People who have encountered him in real life describe him as a friendly and approachable person who gladly signs autographs and poses for pictures with a smile. A Reddit user once said he encountered Carell at a small town ice cream shop and then saw him again three months later at a studio lot in LA. Carell was not only very friendly both times, but he also recognized the fan from their previous encounter.

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Tom Hanks

Tom Hanks is a versatile actor with immense stardom. Fans adore him for his on-screen roles and directing skills—but also for his kind heart. According to several testimonials online, he is very pleasant in real life. One popular moment that is frequently discussed is when Tom told a kid in an elevator to close his eyes so he could proceed to talk like Woody from Toy Story, just to make the kid smile.

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Tom Holland

Tom Holland has his fans' backs. One time in 2019, he rescued a fan named Cassidy Ariel from being crushed by a mob of aggressive autograph seekers while she was having a panic attack. Tom also once invited a boy named Bridger Walker to the set of Spider-Man: No Way Home after Bridger went viral for protecting his sister from a dog attack. Needless to say, Tom stays connected to his fans and always tries to give back to them.

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Viola Davis

Viola Davis just seems like someone you could trust. She is loved for advocacy ofr diversity and inclusion in Hollywood, amplifying the voices of marginalized communities. Known for impactful speeches on societal issues, she made history as the first African-American woman to win an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series in 2015. Davis continues to advocate for equal opportunities and representation for women of color in film.

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Zendaya

Zendaya is not only an extremely nice celebrity, she is also the perfect role model for young girls. She promotes self-love and inclusivity, embracing her natural beauty and encouraging young girls to do the same. She also emphasizes the importance of education and staying knowledgeable, despite her success in entertainment.

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