Friday 20 May 2022 02:40 AM Election 2022: Simon Baker speaks to 'teal' independent Allegra Spender trends now
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He's passionate about environmental causes and tackling climate change.
And Hollywood actor Simon Baker strongly hinted on Friday which candidate has his vote in the Wentworth electoral division.
The Mentalist star, 52, stopped to chat with 'teal' independent candidate Allegra Spender outside a pre-polling booth in Sydney's Bondi Junction.
Election day: Hollywood actor Simon Baker (right) stopped to chat with 'teal' independent candidate Allegra Spender (left) outside a pre-polling booth in Bondi Junction on Friday
The pair spoke briefly as Simon, who recently bought at $6million home in nearby Bondi Beach, arrived to cast his vote at the Margaret Whitlam Recreation Centre.
Ms Spender, who wants to see the next federal government tackle tax reform, do more on climate change and introduce a federal corruption commission, is standing for the seat of Wentworth against Liberal incumbent Dave Sharma.
The Australian federal election will be held on Saturday.
Democracy in action: Their friendly meeting is a good sign Ms Spender has Baker's vote
Ms Spender said