OneRepublic Alum Tim Myers Running for California Lieutenant Governor

by

Stop and stare—because OneRepublic alum Tim Myers is getting into politics.

A person aged 40, previously a bassist for the rock band fronted by Ryan Tedder between 2002 and 2007, declared his intention to run for the position of lieutenant governor in California.

The present lieutenant governor of the state, Eleni Kounalakis, is vying to take over from Governor Gavin Newsom, who is barred from seeking re-election because of term limits.

As a father, spouse, entrepreneur, advocate, and the offspring of a reverend who instilled in me that faith without deeds is empty, I pen these words on my campaign platform. The status quo isn’t cutting it anymore; we need to break away from the same old methods and strive for change.

The musician went on to say, “Now is the moment for a new strategy, and I’m the unique contender in this election who can instigate the transformation required.

Previously this year, Myers declared his plans to challenge Rep. Ken Calvert for the position in California’s 41st congressional district. However, his campaign website is no longer active now.

Indeed, Myers isn’t the only celebrity aiming for political office in California. Ronald Reagan, who later became president, also made the transition from acting to politics. He served as the Governor of California from 1967 until 1975, prior to his presidency.

In the years that followed, Arnold Schwarzenegger successfully stepped into Gray Davis’s shoes during the 2003 recall election. Known for his role as the Terminator, Schwarzenegger later won re-election in 2006 and served as Governor until 2011, when he reached the limit of terms a governor can serve.

As an ardent admirer, I leapt at the opportunity when Caitlyn Jenner, the legendary figure from the “Keeping Up With the Kardashians,” dared to step into California’s gubernatorial arena in 2021. Yet, despite my fervent hopes, the political landscape remained unchanged as the charismatic alum garnered a mere 1% of the vote in the recall election against Governor Newsom. Alas, our beloved Caitlyn could not shake up the status quo and secure the position, allowing Governor Newsom to retain his role.

In other words, is it possible that Newsom, who has openly sparred with President Trump, might be planning to seek the top position in the U.S. government?

He informed the Wall Street Journal in June that he wasn’t considering running, but he could envision a scenario where he might.

For more celebs who got into the political game, keep reading.

On the Fourth of July in 2020, the Grammy-winning musician declared his bid for presidency. He shared on Twitter, “It’s time to fulfill America’s potential by relying on faith, uniting our perspectives, and constructing our future. I am launching my campaign for President of the United States!

In several states, West wasn’t eligible to appear on the ballot, which meant he was listed as an option in just a few elections.

 

Originally a star on the reality TV show “The Apprentice,” this individual is now famously recognized as the 45th U.S. President, and previously held the position of the 47th President. He secured his presidential victories in the years 2016 and 2024.

Back on March 19, 2018, the actress famed for her role in Sex and the City declared her bid for the position of New York’s Governor. Regrettably, she was unsuccessful against the current Governor, Andrew Cuomo.

Prior to being recognized as Senator Al Franken of Minnesota, he had spent nearly two decades working as a writer and performer on NBC’s Saturday Night Live, earning five Emmy awards in the process. His second term as senator commenced in 2014.

As a die-hard admirer, I can’t help but marvel at the illustrious career of this Austrian sensation. Known for his gripping tenure as California’s governor from 2003 to 2010, under the banner of the Republican party, he truly shines when the camera rolls for his electrifying action movie roles.

Arthur Schwarzenegger commenced his career in entertainment as a bodybuilder, earning the titles of “Mr. Universe” and “Mr. Olympia.” He made his debut on screen in the ’70s, but it was his role in the 1982 fantasy film “Conan the Barbarian” that didn’t grab attention; it was his portrayal in the 1984 movie “The Terminator” that truly established him as a Hollywood action star—and made his character’s famous line, “I’ll be back,” a household phrase. He reprised this role in a 1991 sequel and went on to star in numerous popular action and comedy films like “Predator,” “Total Recall,” “Kindergarten Cop,” “Twins,” “True Lies,” and “Jingle All the Way.

The actress, who gained prominence portraying Laura Ingalls Wilder on “Little House on the Prairie” in the 70’s and competed on “Dancing with the Stars” in 2012, attempted to secure a U.S. congressional seat in Michigan in 2015. However, she withdrew from the race in 2016 due to ongoing issues stemming from neck and back injuries sustained in a 2012 accident.

Before serving as the 40th U.S. President from 1981 to 1989, Ronald Reagan had a career as an actor from the ’30s through the ’60s, appearing in films like “Hellcats of the Navy,” “Kings Row,” and “Bedtime for Bonzo.” Prior to his presidency, he was governor of California from 1967 to 1975. Reagan passed away in 2004 at the age of 93.

In the year 2014, the runner-up from the second season of “American Idol” ran for Congress as a Democrat in North Carolina’s second congressional district. Unfortunately, he did not win the election. If he had been successful, he would have made history as the first openly gay congressman elected from the Southern region.

Shirley Temple Black, a well-known former child star, attempted to enter politics by running for Congress as a Republican in 1967 but was unsuccessful. Later, in 1969, she embarked on a diplomatic journey, serving as part of the United States’ team at the United Nations. In 1974, President Gerald Ford appointed her ambassador to Ghana. She made history in 1976 by becoming the first female Chief of Protocol for the United States. This was followed by another significant appointment in 1989 when President George H.W. Bush named her U.S. ambassador to Prague.

The actress died at age 85 in 2014.

The four-time Academy Award-winning actor and filmmaker was chosen as mayor of the coastal town, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, in 1986 for a single term. In 2001, California Governor Gray Davis selected him to serve on the State Park and Recreation Commission. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger re-appointed the actor to the same position in 2004 and additionally appointed him to the California Film Commission that year.

Eastwood is known for his strong belief in libertarianism. He gained attention and even inspired memes when, during the 2012 Republican National Convention, he jokingly addressed an empty chair as if it represented then-President Barack Obama.

In the 1950s, Eastwood commenced his screen acting journey and gained significant recognition for his portrayal in the 1966 western “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.” His fame escalated with his depiction as a police inspector in the 1971 crime drama “Dirty Harry,” and he appeared in four subsequent films based on this character. Later, he received acclaim for his roles in various movies like the 1992 western “Unforgiven,” the 1995 romantic drama “The Bridges of Madison County,” the 2004 boxing drama “Million Dollar Baby,” and his 2008 production “Gran Torino.

For a period spanning from 2002 to 2010, the Republican leader and ex-reality TV personality held the position of district attorney in Ashland County, Wisconsin. In the year following this tenure, he was chosen as the U.S. Representative for Wisconsin’s 7th congressional district.

Jesse Ventura, formerly known by his ring name “The Body,” gained prominence in professional wrestling. Notably, he adorned feathered boas during performances. Making his mark on the big screen, he starred alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger in the 1987 film “Predator.” His political career took off in the ’90s when he served as mayor of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, from 1991 to 1995. Later, he ran as a third-party candidate and became governor of Minnesota from 1999 to 2003.

Previously a Republican U.S. senator from Tennessee and a past presidential candidate, Thompson commenced his acting career on screen in the ’80s. He subsequently appeared in TV shows like “Law & Order,” “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” and “Law & Order: Trial by Jury,” as well as movies such as “Secretariat,” “Die Hard 2,” and “Baby’s Day Out.

From 1994 to 2003, he held the position as a senator. In the year 2007, he declared his candidacy for the Republican presidential nomination on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno”, and eventually withdrew from the contest.

Thompson died of cancer at age 73 in 2015.

After registering to vote in 1987, the late singer who was once married to Cher, served as mayor of Palm Springs, California from 1988 until 1992. In 1992, he contested for a U.S. Senate seat as a Republican but lost. Subsequently, in 1994, he won the House of Representatives seat representing Palm Springs and was re-elected in 1996. Unfortunately, Bono met his end in a skiing accident in 1996 at the age of 62.

Read More

2025-07-10 02:48