President Joe Biden
While receiving the vaccine from Delaware-based nurse Tabe Masa, the President-Elect told the American people, "There's nothing to worry about."
Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez
The New York City representative shared her vaccination experience on Instagram, promising followers, "I would would never, ever ask you to do something I wasn't willing to do myself."
Ian McKellen
The Lord of the Rings actor wholeheartedly recommends receiving the vaccine, sharing on social media, "It's a very special day, I feel euphoric. I would have no hesitation in recommending it to anyone. I feel very lucky to have had the vaccine."
Nancy Pelosi
The California congresswoman shared on Twitter, "Today, with confidence in science & at the direction of the Office of the Attending Physician, I received the COVID-19 vaccine. As the vaccine is being distributed, we must all continue mask wearing, social distancing & other science-based steps to save lives & crush the virus."
Mitt Romney
"Grateful for the hard work from the medical community, gov. partners, and others who are working around the clock to deliver a safe & effective #COVID19 vaccine," the former presidential hopeful tweeted when he and fellow congressmen received the vaccine on Dec. 18.
Prue Leith
The queen of the Great British Baking Off captioned a pic of herself getting the shot, "Who wouldn't want immunity from #Covid19 with a painless jab?? #vaccine"
Joe Park
The Bachelorette contestant was among the first group of healthcare workers to receive the vaccine, a process he documented on Instagram.
Elizabeth Warren
Warren and fellow Massachusetts Senator Ed Markey said in a statement, "The vaccine is a testament to all we can achieve when we listen to scientists, follow the advice of public health experts, and come together as a country."
Mike Pence
The official Twitter account for the Vice President tweeted on Dec. 18, "We want to ensure every American: While we cut red tape, we have cut no corners when it comes to the development of this SAFE and EFFECTIVE vaccine."
Sanjay Gupta
The CNN correspondent shared on Twitter, "While I am (a little) afraid of needles... yes... despite being a surgeon, the process didn't hurt a bit."