Who doesn’t love to hear celebrities doing good? They exemplify success, the holy grail of western society, and inevitably become idolized by many people (especially kids). They have an enormous power of influence and can benefit humanity greatly, if they choose. So we love to hear when celebrities do good because when they lead by example, they become positive role models for us all!

Here are our picks for the 6 Most Socially-Conscious Celebrities and why:

Barack Obama, President of the United States of America and all-around great guy. Mr. Obama is #1 on this list for a reason: for walking his talk and passing a huge stimulus plan that promises job creation and focuses on health-care, energy and education.

Sting, music entertainer & activist. We don’t have to tell you why he made this list, but we love him even more for headlining on May 21st, One Night Live in Toronto, the benefit concert for the Women & Babies program at Sunnybrook Hospital.

Oprah Winfrey, tv personality, media mongul & activist. Another obvious choice, Ms. Winfrey is one of the most inspiring and powerful people on Earth, and she’s all about personal and social improvement.

Al Gore, former United States Vice President. For presenting An Inconvenient Truth and for his dedication in enlightening the world on the climate crisis.

Hayden Panettiere, actress from the tv series, Heroes. Why? Because she’s the Master Defender of All Marine Mammals, according to ecollo.com.

Leonardo DiCaprio, Academy Award winning actor. Because of his socially-conscious choice in movies (like Blood Diamond and The 11th Hour) and for living a green life.

Add your favourite socially-conscious celebrites in the comments below and tell us why you think they deserve the honour!