Once a dinner-party punchline, veganism has found new ambassadors – and they’re not just whispering it over quinoa bowls.
From tennis courts to world tours, a wave of celebrities are skipping meat and dairy in favour of plants.
But this isn’t about trend-chasing or Hollywood detoxes.
From tennis courts to world tours, a wave of celebrities are skipping meat and dairy in favour of plants.
Whether it’s for health, the planet or clearer skin under stage lights, these famous names are making plant-based eating look appealing, sustainable and, crucially, doable.
And for fans, it’s not just the music or athleticism they’re following – it’s the food swaps too.
Venus Williams serves plants and aces
After being diagnosed with Sjögren’s syndrome in 2011, tennis icon Venus Williams was advised to rethink her diet.
Out went animal products. In came lentils, grains and a mostly vegan approach she still credits for her energy and recovery.
She doesn’t pretend to be perfect. Venus calls herself a “chegan” (cheating vegan) and admits to the occasional indulgence. But she’s vocal about the benefits – for her health and the environment – and proves you can fuel elite performance with fibre, not fillet.
Billie Eilish ditches dairy, keeps the drama
Billie Eilish has made veganism part of her brand since her teens. No lectures, no food shaming. Just a strong stance on ethics, animal welfare and avoiding foods that don’t align with her values – or her wardrobe.
She’s known for weaving plant-based choices into her platform, regularly nudging her followers towards tofu, oat milk and meat-free menus.
If a few million Gen Z fans are now asking Google about nutritional yeast, you’ve got Billie to thank.
Ellie Goulding swaps steak for stamina
Ellie Goulding’s version of clean eating doesn’t come with rules or rigidity. She’s leaned vegan for years and credits it with helping her stay energised through workouts, tours and media chaos.
She still dips into non-vegan foods (sushi, mostly), but avoids meat and ultra-processed ingredients.
She’s also a vocal animal rights supporter through her work with the Humane Society. Her message? Go at your own pace. And don’t let one cheeseboard undo your commitment.
Her message? Go at your own pace. And don’t let one cheeseboard undo your commitment.
Beyond trend – why it’s catching on
There’s more to this shift than a few Instagram-friendly smoothie bowls. Research links plant-based diets to lower cholesterol, better heart health and even reduced GP visits.
Add in sustainability and animal welfare, and it’s easy to see why stars – and their fans – are paying attention.
Supermarket shelves in the UK are quickly catching up, with plant-based options now filling entire aisles. From meat-free sausages to dairy-free ice cream, going vegan no longer means hunting for obscure ingredients – it’s as simple as doing your usual shop.
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Tempted to try?
You don’t need to go fully vegan overnight. Even swapping one or two meals a week makes a difference. Oat milk in your tea. Chickpeas instead of chicken. Small, consistent swaps – not perfection – are what matter.
Because if Venus can win rallies on a lentil stew, and Billie can tour the world on tofu, there’s every chance you’ll manage brunch without the bacon.
