Sen. John McCain's casket will be born by pallbearers who speak to his decades-long career in public service and his enduring friendships formed in the Senate, as well as his business ties.

One boldface name who will participate is actor Warren Beatty, who is identified as a friend, actor, filmmaker, and political activist by McCain's office.

Also participating will be former Vice President Joe Biden, who forged a frienship with the Arizona senator during their years serving together in the Senate.

Several former senators were given the honor of participating in the service of McCain, who was lauded as an American hero Monday, days after his death.

Sen. John McCain's pallbearers will include former senators, actor Warren Beatty, and former vice president Joe Biden, a former senator

Among them are Colorado Sen. Gary Hart, who like McCain tried and failed to grab the brass ring of the presidency.

Sen. Russ Feingold, a Wisconsin Democrat and McCain's partner in campaign finance reform, will be there, as will former Texas Sen. Phil Gramm, like McCain a budget hawk.

McCain's independent streak will be highlighted by former New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg, who also toyed with presidential aspirations. Bloomberg is a former Republican and former Democrat who became an independent also identified for his philanthropy.

McCain's dedication to the military will be highlighted by former Defense Sec. William Cohen, who is also identified as a partner of the Cohen Group.

Actor Warren Beatty is among those who will serve as pallbearers. Here Actress Annette Bening, Senator John McCain (R-AZ), Beatty and honoree Cindy MaCain pose at Operation Smile's 4th Annual Los Angeles Gala at the Regent Beverly Wilshire Hotel on October 1, 2005 in Beverly Hills, California

Vice President Joe Biden served with McCain in the Senate

Republican presidential candidate Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) (L) laughs as he's introduced by New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg at a window distribution business April 10, 2008 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. Bloomberg shared McCain's desire to bridge party gaps

Former Defense Secretary William Cohen also will participate

Rick Davis, spokesperson for Sen. John McCain's family, reacts as he speaks to the media during a news conference Monday, Aug. 27, 2018, in Phoenix

U.S. diplomat and former senator Gary Hart (C) and former Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley (R) attend a St. Patrick's Day reception at the White House in Washington March 15, 2016.

Former Governor Tom Ridge speaks onstage during the Federal Enforcement Homeland Security Foundation 2016 Ridge Awards at Sheraton Times Square on May 19, 2016 in New York City

Trump's campaign manager, Rick Davis, who read McCain's final statement, also will participate. The former partner of Paul Manafort is now Partner and Chief Operating Officer at Pegasus Capital Advisors, LP.

Carla Eudy, a longtime fundraiser, and Stephen Dart, a friend and businessman, will also be pallbearers.

A release also lists former Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Ridge and Vladimir Kara-Murza:, Vice Chairman of Open Russia, and Chairman of the Boris Nemtsov Foundation for Freedom.

The chair of FedEx, Fred Smith will be there, as will friend and writing companion Mark Salter.

In addition to leading the Senate Armed Services Committee, McCain spent years as a leader on technology issues on the Senate Commerce Committee.

He was hailed as a hero Monday for his Vietnam captivity and his bold stands against powerful adversaries in politics.