Tom Holland has said he’s a big fan of Studio Ghibli movies, with Spirited Away being his favorite. He’s praised the film’s story and animation, calling it one of the best he’s ever seen. | © Sony Pictures Releasing
Rihanna has been open about her interest in anime, with fans pointing out her love for series like Hunter x Hunter and Nana. Though she doesn’t talk about it often, she’s shown she enjoys diving into the genre. | © Rihanna
Machine Gun Kelly has named plenty of anime favorites, from Cowboy Bebop and Death Note to Naruto and Demon Slayer. He’s even worked anime imagery into his style and online presence, showing just how much the medium inspires him. | © mgk
Chris Brown has shown his anime love through tattoos, including Dragon Ball and Astro Boy inked on his legs. He’s also a fan of One Piece and Dragon Ball Z, sharing his favorites with fans back in 2012. | © Chris Brown
Quentin Tarantino has long been a fan of anime, especially Ghost in the Shell and Blood: The Last Vampire. His love for the style led him to hire studio Production I.G. to create the animated sequences in Kill Bill. | © Miramax Films
Tobey Maguire has shared his love for anime classics like Robotech and the original Macross. Back in 2007, his production company even secured the rights to make a Robotech film, though the project later shifted to Sony. | © Sony Pictures Entertainment
Bill Nighy admitted he knew almost nothing about Pokémon before filming Detective Pikachu, so he studied the world in depth to prepare. Since then, he’s become a true fan, collecting vintage Pokémon art and naming Ancient Mew as his favorite. | © Capelight Pictures
Robin Williams was a huge anime fan, once listing favorites like Akira, Cowboy Bebop, Ghost in the Shell, and Neon Genesis Evangelion in a Reddit AMA. He even said he wanted to check out Fullmetal Alchemist, showing just how deep his interest ran. | © Entertainment Film Distributors
Jaden Smith grew up around anime thanks to his dad Will, who’s a longtime fan of classics like Gatchaman and Lupin III. Jaden took that passion further by voicing the lead character Kaz Kaan in Netflix’s Neo Yokio. | © Columbia Pictures
Christian Bale has voiced characters in anime films like The Boy and the Heron, showing his connection to the genre. He’s also a fan himself, with Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade standing out as one of his favorites. | © Lionsgate Films
Snoop Dogg has shown his love for anime by sharing a Naruto-inspired clip of himself on Instagram. He jokingly captioned it “It’s Snoopruto’s turn,” proving he’s a fan of the series’ world. | © Snoop Dogg
Kanye West has often taken inspiration from anime, bringing its bold visuals into his work. He even teamed up with artist Takashi Murakami to design pieces for his Yeezy line. | © Kanye West
Samuel L. Jackson has openly called himself an anime fan and even lent his voice to the lead role in Afro Samurai. His work on the series showed just how much he enjoys being part of the anime world. | © Miramax Films
Michael B. Jordan has named One Piece, Naruto, Bleach, Dragon Ball, and Hunter x Hunter among his top anime picks. He’s even said anime inspired his fight scenes in Creed III, shaping how he approached the movie’s big battles. | © Marvel Studios
Before buying X, Elon Musk let his 200-plus million followers know he’s a huge anime fan. He has praised titles like Death Note and Evangelion, demonstrating his affection for darker, thought-provoking series. | © PowerfulJRE
Ronda Rousey has been a longtime fan of Dragon Ball Z, going back to her childhood. She even used to record episodes on VHS so she’d never miss a moment. | © The Diary Of A CEO
Zac Efron has often talked about his love for the classic anime Death Note and its dark, psychological story. He was even rumored to be considered for the role of Light Yagami in the 2017 live-action film. | © Andes Films
Megan Thee Stallion is one of the most outspoken anime fans in music, often cosplaying characters like Gojo from Jujutsu Kaisen and Todoroki from My Hero Academia. She even drops anime references in her songs and has teased plans to create her own series. | © WIRED
John Cena has been watching anime since he was a kid and still talks about his love for it today. One of his all-time favorites is the 1986 classic Fist of the North Star, packed with martial arts and post-apocalyptic battles. | © Prime Video
Ariana Grande has shown her anime love with tattoos, including Chihiro from Spirited Away and an Eevee from Pokémon. She’s shared both proudly with her fans, making her passion for anime clear. | © Ariana Grande
Avril Lavigne has long been a fan of One Piece and has praised creator Eiichiro Oda’s work. Their mutual admiration led to her songs “How You Remind Me” and “Bad Reputation” being featured in One Piece Film Z in 2012. | © Zach Sang Show
Billie Eilish has often spoken about her love for anime and its unique art style. Her fandom even earned her a special gift from Attack on Titan creator Hajime Isayama, who drew her alongside characters like Eren, Mikasa, and Armin. Her song "CHIHIRO" is also based on an anime reference. | © Billie Eilish
Keanu Reeves has credited anime like Akira and Ghost in the Shell as major influences on The Matrix, and even John Wick. He’s taken that passion further with his own comic BRZRKR, which is being adapted into a Netflix anime. | © Lionsgate Films
Megan Fox has shown her love for Death Note by cosplaying Light Yagami for Halloween in 2023, complete with the signature red tie and Death Note journal. Her then-boyfriend Machine Gun Kelly joined in as Ryuk, making it a perfect anime-inspired duo look. | © XYZ Films
Leonardo DiCaprio is a big fan of Studio Ghibli, especially Spirited Away, which he’s even pushed Martin Scorsese to watch. He’s also praised classics like Akira, Ninja Scroll, and Princess Mononoke, often recommending them to friends. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
Anime isn’t just for hardcore fans; it’s loved by some of the biggest names in Hollywood and music, too. From tattoos and cosplays to film inspirations, these celebrities proudly show off their passion for the genre.
