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Reader’s Digest polled their readers, offering up 200 public figures to determine ‘The 100 Most Trusted People in America.’

Compiling a list of American opinion-shapers and headline-makers from 15 highly influential professions, they polled a nationally representative sample of over 1,000 American adults, asking them to rank each person based on trustworthiness. The poll results were interesting.

It turns out that the most trustworthy guy in America is actor Tom Hanks, followed by Sandra Bullock, Denzel Washington, Meryl Streep, Maya Angelou, Steven Spielberg, Bill Gates and ‘Jeopardy!’ host Alex Trebek.

People were asked to rate based on integrity and character, exceptional talent and drive, internal moral compass, message, honesty, and leadership.

RD said, “We removed the three highest scorers from our list of 100—which were “your own doctor” (77%), “your own spiritual adviser” (71%), and “your own child’s current teacher” (66%)—to focus on the public figures who resonated with everyone. Still, beyond those scorers, actor Tom Hanks ranked as the most trusted figure in America.”

Julia Roberts was #10 followed closely by Robin Roberts at #12. Hillary Clinton was #51 and her former boss, President Barack Obama, trailed at #65. His popular spouse, first lady Michelle Obama, ranked #19.

Check out the full 100 here.

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