Sure, we co-opted it from Italy, but pizza is just about as American as apple pie, hot dogs and other calorie-laden fare that makes eating a joy. And while celebrities tend to be at the forefront of the latest sugar-free, carb-free, dairy-free craze, even they can't resist the occasionally slice of cheesy goodness. They eat it at on red carpets, on movie sets, in green rooms and—most spectacularly—at the Academy Awards thanks to host Ellen DeGeneres' cleverly planned bit.
As a wise woman (cough, Jennifer Lawrence) once said, "Pizza fixes everything."
In fact, devotion to the 'za runs so deep that it has earned its own month (that'd be October), and a National Pizza Day (ahem, that would be today) just to ensure the food is never under-appreciated. So the next time you're craving a slice, chew on, whether that means indulging in Italy, á la Chrissy Teigen and John Legend or phoning up a chain. (Lili Reinhart has Domino's on speed dial.) And remember that even Gisele Bündchen (she of the unfortunate pregnant woman shouldn't turn themselves into garbage disposals comment) can't resist pizza's siren song.
The supermodel heads into her kitchen to whip up her favorite pizza combination using Cali'flour Foods' original cauliflower pizza crust.
"Nothing better than celebrating an early Galentine's Day with my girl @laurenbushnell and a @californiapizzakitchen heart-shaped pizza!" the country singer and actress shared on Instagram.
The NSYNC member heads to Made In New York Pizza on the Upper West Side for a tasty meal.
The "Yeah Boy" country singer enjoys some Pizza Hut pizza ahead of the 52nd Annual CMA Awards.
The "Shape of You" singer indulges in a cheesy snack while visiting the Today show.
Even Skinnygirl's get to enjoy pizza every now and then!
There's a reason he calls himself the "Foodgod," and it has everything to do with his love of 'za.
The social media sensation relaxes on the beach with a slice in hand.
Who says models don't eat? The French beauty grabs some pizza on set of a Dolce & Gabbana photo shoot.
When in New York it's best to indulge!
The Queen of Pop or the Queen of Pizza? You decide.
She does eat carbs! (And still looks amazing doing it!)
The Valentine's Day actress looks pretty in love with that thin crust pizza, and we can't say we blame her. Yum!
Obviously channeling his work on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, the actor dug into some pizza at CinemaCon.
The Late Night host looks like he's loving that slice of pizza—of course, if Martha made it, it was bound to be good.
Say "cheese!" For once, slices best selfies.
Come for the Oscars, stay for the cheese pizza.
She may be in character in Valentine's Day, but the love between the actress and that pizza is real.
The Frozen star stunned at the Emmys, wearing a gown from Zuhair Murad...and tomato sauce from that amazing-looking slice.
Don't let those abs deceive you! "Pizza is my favorite food. I eat it a lot!" the Dancing With the Stars alum told Shape. "I want everyone to know that I'm not Miss Perfect. You can cheat every once in a while, and that's OK."
A Victoria's Secret Angel delivering a stack of pizza pies? We're in heaven.
The way they were: Getting after a slice at the 2014 Oscars.
The Chicago P.D. actress takes a break from stopping crime to grab a quick slice. Pizza, you have the right to remain delicious.
Though she's ditched her seven-slice-a-night habit, Menounos can't fully let her love of pizza go.
The couple always try to keep it real—and as it turns out, they really love pizza.
The singer gives us a "Million Reasons" to order a pie right now.
The former Daily Show host is known for being a funny guy, but his love for New York pizza (and his disdain for Chicago-style) is no joke.
The Joker never looked as happy as when Ellen handed him a slice at the Oscars.
The expectant Scandal star missed out when Ellen was passing out pizza, but found a gluten-free pie waiting for her backstage.
The former Project Runway host catwalked her way to the nearest pizza place.