Most Inspiring Twitter Celebrity Users

We've selected the stars who use the micro-blogging service in the best way--to offer positive thoughts and advice to their followers. Click here to see who they are.

By Dena Ross

Twitter, the popular social networking tool where users post short messages (known as Tweets) of 140 characters or less, has taken the world by storm. An innovative way to keep in touch with friends and family, it's also proven effective at promoting services, events, people, media--really anything you can think of. Many celebrities are now using Twitter to inform their "followers" (other Twitter users who want to see their Tweets) of upcoming appearances, charitable work, and even mundane daily life events. Recently Demi Moore posted a photo of herself at the dentist, revealing she has a missing front tooth--something you probably wouldn't have seen otherwise.

And while some celebrities just use Twitter for additional publicity, others actually offer their followers valuable advice, tips, and encouragement. Some even follow and communicate with their fans on a daily basis.

Check out who we've selected as the 10 Most Inspiring Celebrity Twitter Users. Read short (140 characters, of course!) bios and recent tweets, and find out how to follow the celebrities yourself. The first celebrity is...

Dena Ross is the Entertainment Editor of Beliefnet.com. You can follow her on twitter at http://www.twitter.com/BnetEntertain

Rev Run

Bio: As the "Run's House" star and part of the Run-DMC crew, the Rev offers spiritual wisdom--but won't follow you.

Recent Tweet: "If u put a small price on ur value.. rest assure that the world wont raise ur price! Love U 2day!"

Follow Rev Run: http://twitter.com/RevRunWisdom

Greg Grunberg

Bio: Funny "Heroes" actor-dad jams for charity with all-star band The Band from TV and tweets for epilepsy awareness for his afflicted son.

Recent Tweet: "Playing spelling Bee with the kids in bed. They're beating me. Are you smarter than a 5th grader? A Third Grader? & a Pre-K...'er?!! NO"

Follow Greg Grunberg: http://twitter.com/greggrunberg

Paulo Coelho

Bio: Down-to-earth author of "The Alchemist" has helped many follow their dreams through his writing; often communicates with fans via Twitter.

Recent Tweet: "If you are in Cannes during the Festival, you are welcome to meet me. I will stay in the same hotel as the main character of my new book."

Follow Paulo Coelho: http://twitter.com/paulocoelho

Tony Robbins

Bio: Self-help writer and speaker mainly tweets motivational quotes from himself and others, but sometimes offers advice to fans.

Recent Tweet: "You have to get stronger in this recession. Don't have the delusion that events control the way you feel."

Follow Tony Robbins: http://twitter.com/TonyRobbins

Soleil Moon Frye

Bio: Punky Brewster is now an eco-mama & part owner of an enviro-conscious kid's store. Directed a doc on Alzheimer's & promotes StandUp2Cancer.

Recent Tweet: "Off 4 something sweet to cheer me up.With ice cream and you guys I'm smiling.Thanks 4 the support in dealing with alzheimer's with my papa!"

Follow Soleil Moon Frye: http://twitter.com/moonfrye

MC Hammer

Bio: Best known for his '80s rap success, big pants, & fall from grace, Hammer has since become a preacher, successful bizman & Twitter celeb.

Recent Tweet: "Respect Women Wednesday.... Have a great day ladies !!! We go "Beyond Daily Respect". ... we love, need and can't live without U!"

Follow MC Hammer: http://twitter.com/mchammer

Rainn Wilson

Bio: Dwight from "The Office" co-founded spiritual website SoulPancake; posts hilarious musings and thought-provoking philosophical questions.

Recent Tweet: "Dear Public Radio: more Yiddish folktales read slowly and dramatically by really theatrical actresses!"

Follow Rainn Wilson: http://twitter.com/RainnWilson

Cesar Millan

Bio: The Dog Whisperer tweets on ways to better the relationship and connection with your four-legged friends. He'll probably follow you too.

Recent Tweet: "A dog is not a toy or a clothing accessory; it’s a living creature."

Follow Cesar Millan: http://twitter.com/cesarmillan

Kathy Ireland

Bio: Former model, now Christian speaker, successful CEO & inspirational writer; helps find solutions for busy moms. Often responds to followers.

Recent Tweet: "Please pray 4 ppl here & that we know are facing challenges. twitter brings us closer 2 each day.True blessing.TY for UR friendship. LOVE2U!"

Follow Kathy Ireland: http://twitter.com/kathyireland/

Demi Moore

Bio: Mrs. Ashton Kutcher is active in communicating w/ fans; participates in lots of charitable work & helped save a suicidal follower.

Recent Tweet: "There's no room 4 judgment it only creates separation & i'm pretty sure we R all equal in God's eyes. luv is luv in whatever form!"

Follow Demi Moore: http://twitter.com/mrskutcher