How The Stars Are Celebrating Independence Day

With the Fourth of July well underway and fireworks getting ready to light up the night, celebrities are going all-out on this beautiful day with big flags, delicious BBQs and of course, some strikingly bold bikinis.

Of course, the beloved U.S. holiday is a chance to recognize and honor the sacrifices made by those who have given their lives in the name of our great nation, but it is also a time for embracing love, peace and what freedom truly means to those who hold it dear.

From frolicking under the hot sun to spending time with loved ones by the waterfront or in the peace and comfort of their homes, so many of our favorite celebrities are taking to social media to wish fans and followers a very Happy Independence Day in the best way they know how.

Whether they’re celebrating at home with loved ones or overseas, so many of the stars are sharing their red, white, and blue-themed celebrations. Scroll through to see how some of your favorites are celebrating!

Dax Shepard and Kristen Bell are “onesie” big happy family.

If we don’t see sparks tonight, we can be rest assured that these two will provide enough for us. Celebrating the big day in the most perfect patriotic jammies, we are definitely taking notes from this couple.

Kelly Ripa, Andy Cohen and Ryan Seacrest are serious squad goals.

Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest prove you really can’t celebrate Independence Day without your best friends and these three are certainly a trio we want to hang out with.

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Tyra Banks leaves her “smize” at home

Supermodel, Tyra Banks left her signature “smize” at home to share some love and surprise for America celebrating its 241st birthday.

Christina Aguilera lets the stars and stripes fly with her family

Looking classy as ever with her family in tow, former judge on NBC’s The Voice, Christina Aguilera is spending some quality R&R by the lakefront, while looking really stylish and letting those red, white and blue colors really fly.

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Kirsten Dunst celebrates the 4th from Paris

Award-winning actress, Kirsten Dunst might not be in the U.S. to celebrate the Fourth, but she is still clearly missing home by taking to Instagram and sharing a snap that pays homage to her love and appreciation for the great country.

Dolly Parton puts the ‘Red, White and Blue’ in patriotic love

Leave it to Dolly Parton to add some country flair and oomph to the day’s celebrations. The queen of country music took to Instagram to share a greeting card of sorts for fans and followers, while a patriotic track plays in the background.

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Jensen Ackles celebrates early with his family

Supernatural star, Jensen Ackles and his family are starting the festivities early. The actor took to Instagram to share a tender snap with him and his daughter, all- smiles and cheering for America’s birthday.

Molly Sims marks someone special’s very first Independence day.

Model and actress, Molly Sims is celebrating her son, Grey Douglas’ first Independence Day with a lot of love and smiles. Sims welcomed her third child with husband Scott Stuber this past winter and has been sharing the sweetest snaps since.

Jessie James Decker shows off her patriotism in style

Country star, Jessie James Decker took to social media to share how she and her family are celebrating, and we got to give her points for that perfect style.