The Most Free-Spirited Hippies in Hollywood History

Jane Fonda

Fonda is best known for being a political activist, model, and actress. She was a proud supporter of the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s and used her platform in Hollywood to spread awareness about social justice issues. She continues to be an activist, supporting climate change issues and even getting arrested to support the cause.

Jack Nicholson

Thanks to his successful screenplay "The Trip" following his risky move to LA in the 1950s, Jack Nicholson became a household name. After he was cast in several psychedelic thrillers, he established himself as an anti-hero and appealed to people involved in the counter-culture movement.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.