Mitt Romney's Mormonism: 10 Famous Mormons [PHOTOS]

Mitt Romney's Mormonism is everywhere in the news, with some decrying Rick Perry supporter Pastor Robert Jeffress' comments about a cult and others wondering whether Romney's being a Mormon will cost him the presidential nomination.

Despite keeping a relatively low profile, however, there are many actors, musicians, athletes, and other celebrities who adhere to the Mormon faith.

Check out 10 of the most famous people who are or have been devout members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and see how they balance their political beliefs with their religious beliefs.

2012 Election — Mitt Romney is still the leader in New Hampshire by a margin of more than 25 points, and he's the only candidate with an approval rating above 50 percent. He and Newt Gingrich are tied in terms of who voters think would do best in a debate against President Barack Obama, and they're also the only candidates whom a majority of voters consider "presidential." Reuters

Andy Reid — Mitt Romney is still the leader in New Hampshire by a margin of more than 25 points, and he's the only candidate with an approval rating above 50 percent. He and Newt Gingrich are tied in terms of who voters think would do best in a debate against President Barack Obama, and they're also the only candidates whom a majority of voters consider "presidential." Reuters

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