How Stars Celebrated the 4th of July [PHOTOS]

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From going all-out in patriotic attire for the local parade, to making the most of the long weekend in their "happy place," stars including Carrie Underwood, Lindsay Lohan, Kelly Osbourne, Mark Wahlberg and Jennifer Lopez are sharing an inside look at their July 4th celebrations.

Some stars brought their red, white and blue best, while others are sharing their insights about our freedom from their front porch. But either way, these stars all had a blast on the Fourth of July — read on to see how these celebrities spent America's birthday.

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Carrie Underwood

Country star Carrie Underwood picked an appropriate tank (an illustration of the U.S.A., with the words "Go Shorty, It's Your Birthday") for her garden break on Wednesday.

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Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez headed out to New York's Hamptons with pals (and posted a pic with one of her twins, Emme, en route) for the Fourth. Notably absent: husband Ben Affleck, who was spotted in L.A. that day.

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Pitbull

Mr. Worldwide was Mr. America for one day only, donning patriotic shades and sharing the following message: "Celebrate your independence because it’s priceless and freedom is the best gift you’ll ever receive. I’m living the true American Dream."

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Kristen Bell & Dax Shepherd

kristen bell 4th of July — Kristen Bell & Dax Shepherd.
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Kristen Bell shared a look at her family's "big USA celebration dance party" and the following thoughts on the holiday: "Though we can improve in many ways, it remains the best place to work hard and see results. And we are forever grateful to those who fought for this democracy. Happy 4th of July xo."

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LeAnn Rimes

LeAnn Rimes shared the stage with the Army Field Band and Soldier Chorus for a patriotic performance in Philadelphia.

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Kelly Osbourne & Sid Wilson

Kelly Osbourne 4th of July — Kelly Osbourne & Sid Wilson.
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Kelly Osbourne and Sid Wilson and their son Sidney went all out for the Fourth in coordinating red, white and blue attire, from their sunglasses to their shorts.

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Lea Michele

A pregnant Lea Michele sipped a green juice "in my happy place" for her holiday.

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Elizabeth Banks

Elizabeth Banks set her patriotic bikini-clad video to the sound of (what else?) "Party in the U.S.A."

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Mark Wahlberg

Surrounded by his family, actor Mark Wahlberg wished his "fellow Americans a happy and safe 4th of July!!"

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Ryan Seacrest

Seacrest siblings Ryan and Meredith wore their red, white and blue best for a cute family photo with parents Connie and Gary.

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The 'Today' Hosts

Today show hosts — Craig Melvin, Jill Martin and Dylan Dreyer.
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Craig Melvin, Jill Martin and Dylan Dreyer gave vacation vibes even though they were hard at work on the Today set on July 4. (Also celebrating freedom on the Today Show: Jenna Bush, who encouraged Hoda Kotb to "free your boobs.")

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Katy Perry

Katy Perry gave her 2024 take on "Rosie the Riveter" and a plug for her upcoming single "Woman's World."

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Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi

Celeb 4th of July Gallery Nicole "Snooki" — Snooki.
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Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi's family headed back down the Jersey shore — and embraced some face paint — for their Fourth celebration.

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Lindsay Lohan

Lindsay Lohan donned some fancy and festive attire and wished fans a Happy 4th.

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Hilary Rhoda

Hilary Rhoda and her son Nash (with ex Sean Avery) enjoyed the stars, stripes and some sweet treats on the Malibu beach.

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Padma Lakshmi

Padma Lakshmi and Top Chef alumni Melissa King and Nini Nguyen shared a confectionary call to action, stating that "there is no democracy without bodily autonomy."

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Molly Sims

Molly Sims and her three kids, Brooks Alan, Scarlett May and Grey Douglas, color-coordinated for their Fourth of July backyard festivities.

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Dwayne Johnson

The Rock toasted the Fourth of July in his natural habitat: the gym! The actor also raised "glasses in gratitude" for "living in the greatest country in the world," despite its shortcomings.

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Hoda Kotb

Hoda Kotb held her daughters Haley Joy and Hope Catherine close as they spent a "happy 4th" together.

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Mariah Carey

Sparks flew for a beaming Mariah Carey as she commemorated the Fourth of July.

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Jamie Lynn Spears

Jamie Lynn Spears and her daughter Ivey (pictured) accompanied the actress' eldest daughter Maddie to her baseball gam

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Melissa Joan Hart

Melissa Joan Hart declared "The Eagle has landed" as she sat in the shade on the beach while celebrating "our great nation."

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Maria Menounos

Maria Menounos and husband of six years Keven Undergaro, went for a walk about town with their sleepy daughter Athena.

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Rob Lowe

Rob Lowe snapped a selfie in front of a flowery American flag for his Fourth.

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Keke Palmer

Keke Palmer and her son Leodis, whom she shares with ex-boyfriend Darius Jackson, had a "fun" Fourth of July with family.

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Jessie James Decker

Jessie James Decker and husband Eric Decker embraced the red, white and blue in patriotic family photos featuring their four kids, Vivianne, Eric Jr., Forrest and Denver.

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Isabella Rossellini

Isabella Rossellini did double duty on her Fourth of July, "multitasking" as she pushed the baby stroller and walked the sheep.

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Behati Prinsloo

Behati Prinsloo was feeling the patriotic spirit as she commemorated "Merica" with her three kids, whom she shares with her husband of 10 years Adam Levine.

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Demi Lovato

Demi Lovato and fiancé Jordan Lutes, who rocked some of the singer's old merchandise, fired up the grill for their Fourth of July.

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Ashley Greene

Ashley Greene Khoury and husband Paul Khoury threw their hands (and their daughter!) up in the air in celebration of the Fourth.

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Reese Witherspoon

A smiley Reese Witherspoon struck a pose in front of a supersized American flag on the patriotic day.

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Mindy Kaling

Mindy Kaling shared her first photo with newborn daughter Anne in her Fourth of July round-up. She described her holiday as "a sandy/salty skin/no makeup/freezing cold perfect waves/lots of sunscreen/frosting/outside for hours" kind of day.

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John Travolta

Mid-air, John Travolta revealed that his Fourth of July plans consisted of traveling to the Yankees game in New York, where he caught the fireworks with daughter Ella Bleu and son Benjamin.

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