Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Hamill among celebs rejoicing Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva win in Brazil prez polls

The Amazon saw significant reductions in deforestation throughout Lula's administration after reaching a peak in the 1990s. However, under Bolsonaro, the area saw rapid development and logging, which drew heavy criticism from many environmentalists because the Amazon has almost perpetually been known as the "lungs of the earth." The future of the Amazon rainforest was a key election issue for incumbent Bolsonaro and former president Lula in the presidential elections, which DiCaprio, a well-known environmentalist, closely followed.

In the run-up to the election, Mark Ruffalo filmed a video backing Lula. He stated in the video, "Whatever happens to the rainforest and the indigenous people who live there will have an impact on the rest of the globe for millennia to come. Lula is currently in the finest position to defend the forests." said the actor. 'Star Trek' veteran George Takei, also chimed in on Twitter stating, "They defeated fanaticism and fascism in Brazil. Do it in America, please.”

Jason Momoa had also endorsed the left-leaning candidate, posting a news story on Instagram with several heart-shaped stickers to show his support. Many actors have publicly backed Lula in this presidential race since several of them have expressed concern over deforestation in Brazil. A number of celebrities have been actively involved in raising awareness about climate change, and Brazil has been a key player in the fight against the Amazon’s ecological collapse.