Celebrities Greet Voters at New Hampshire Polls
Former athletes appeared outside several New Hampshire polling places on Election Day as part of a Turning Point Action get-out-the-vote effort.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Elections
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Rob Gronkowski, Floyd Mayweather, Danny Amendola and Kevin Youkilis were seen outside New Hampshire polling places on Election Day. Many Granite State residents had received texts beforehand teasing the celebrity visits.
Why it matters
The appearances are part of Turning Point Action's push to increase turnout in New Hampshire, with the group aiming to reach low-propensity voters. The effort shows how advocacy groups are using high-profile figures to draw attention to polling places in the state.
The reported sightings cover at least four New Hampshire communities, including Bedford, Hampton, Hudson and Hampstead. Whether the visits changed turnout has not been measured.
The players
Turning Point Action
A conservative political advocacy organization that runs get-out-the-vote programs in several states.
Rob Gronkowski
A retired NFL tight end who won multiple Super Bowls with the New England Patriots.
Floyd Mayweather
A retired professional boxer known for his undefeated record and multiple world titles.
The details
Rob Gronkowski was seen posing for photos with voters outside Bedford High School, and Danny Amendola appeared outside Winnicunnet High School in Hampton. Floyd Mayweather was photographed outside Alvirne High School in Hudson, while Kevin Youkilis was spotted at a polling place in Hampstead. Turning Point signage and a tent were visible at several locations.
Timeline
October 2026: CNN reported on Turning Point Action's New Hampshire efforts.
November 3, 2026: Celebrity sightings occurred at New Hampshire polling places on Election Day.
Season Trajectory
The New Hampshire effort is part of Turning Point Action's Commit to Chase 100 Ballots initiative, which focused on the state. Using well-known athletes at polling sites follows a pattern of campaign groups seeking visibility among low-propensity voters.
Voters in New Hampshire may encounter similar advocacy tents and celebrity appearances near polling places in future elections. Checking your polling location in advance can help you avoid confusion on Election Day.
The takeaway
Campaign outreach at polling places can draw attention to voting, but turnout effects are difficult to isolate. Residents who want to vote can confirm their polling site with their local clerk before heading out.
Further reading
For more on how campaigns court voters across the state, see Elections coverage on Wisevoter.
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Do you think celebrity appearances at polling places are an appropriate way to encourage voting?
