Brits reckon that celebrities like Michelle Obama, Bill Gates or Arnold Schwarzenegger would make a better president than career politicians, according to a new poll of 2,000 adults.
The study revealed that 34% of adults believe celebrities with massive platforms have a 'duty' to share their political views with others.
A third think a celebrity's fame better qualifies them to connect with voters, rather than someone who is a career politician. And 37% believe stars can bring charisma to a political role normal politicians may lack.
A spokesperson from Lottoland, the company behind the survey for the US Lottos, Powerball and MegaMillions, said: "The US is home to many popular faces."
"As recent history has shown, celebrity and political power in the USA has become even more inter-linked, with Arnie being governor of California - and of course, becoming president. But this has historical precedence too, former president Ronald Reagan who was in power in the 1980s, was a former actor too."
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When it comes to the top job, 75% believe leadership is the most important attribute a candidate needs. Decisiveness (69%) came second on the list, followed by integrity (68%) and communication skills (67%).
While authors topped the list of celebrities which might make the best President with 14% of the vote, 13% opted for actors - and just 3% for musicians.
But 50% believe that a celebrity's social media clout could swing the balance in their favour come election time, as per the stats from OnePoll.com.
The spokesperson from Lottoland commented: "It's really interesting to see how many Brits are so invested in US politics. It shows how our cultures are blending into one."
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