Who is the most famous celebrity to give a Harvard Commencement address?

From presidents to Hollywood movie stars, Harvard has seen a multitude of famous Commencement speakers. Cast your vote for the most famous celebrity.

From leaders of the free world, renowned authors, billionaire inventors, Hollywood movie stars, to a world-famous media mogul, the University has seen a multitude of famous Commencement speakers. Now we ask you: who is the most famous celebrity to give a Harvard Commencement address?

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