text: Probably fame and money. I would say many actors have an internal need to be in the spotlight. They crave the attention. Politics allow them to continue doing this. \n\nYou are right, and it is messed up. There are many more knowledgable people that could do a much better job representing the needs of the people. The problem is that the people are too "dumb" to vote for the right candidate. They like the recognizable actors and feel an unverified trust for them. That's why they end up in office. IE. Arnold in CA and the wrestler in Minnesota.