Becoming a venture capitalist is now a trendy status symbol in Hollywood, with celebrities like Olivia Wilde and Emma Watson launching firms or backing startups. Notable figures include Snoop Dogg, who focuses on cannabis investments, and the Foster sisters, who support consumer companies. Kevin Hart’s HartBeat Ventures aims to uplift underrepresented founders, while Paris Hilton invests in social platforms and biotech. Ashton Kutcher co-founded firms focused on tech investments, and Nas’s QueensBridge Venture Partners has made over 130 investments. Gwyneth Paltrow and others are also active in the space, highlighting a growing trend of celebrity involvement in venture capital.

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