The Recount: Celebrities React to Trump’s Re-Election
The unexpected re-election of Donald Trump as President of the United States has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, with many celebrities taking to social media to express their shock and disappointment. The news has been met with sadness and frustration among the A-list crowd, who had geared up for a possible Kamala Harris victory.
Celebrities such as Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, Bruce Springsteen, and Julia Roberts lent their star power to Harris’s campaign, but it seems that their efforts were not enough to sway the results. The news of Trump’s victory has left many in the entertainment industry reeling, with several public figures responding on social media with words of dismay and concern.
Adam McKay, the director of Don’t Look Up, took the opportunity to lash out at the Democratic party, criticizing their campaign strategy and suggesting that they had lost their way. He urged fellow progressives to abandon the Democratic Party, calling it a failed institution.
Rapper Cardi B, who had performed at a Harris rally, was visibly upset, sharing a somber video of herself watching the results on social media. She lashed out at her followers, saying she was sick of their negativity and that she felt hopeless. Jamie Lee Curtis, the Oscar-winning actress, penned a poignant post, warning that the re-election would usher in a dark era of restrictions and tyranny. She called on her followers to rise up and fight for their rights, calling it a fundamental part of being an American.
Other celebrities shared similar sentiments, with actor John Cusack labeling the result as a sign of deep nihilism. Actress Christina Applegate expressed concern over the potential impact on women’s rights, saying her child’s rights as a woman were at risk of being taken away. Billie Eilish echoed her sentiments, calling it a war on women. Ariana Grande offered words of comfort, telling her followers that she was holding the hand of every person feeling the weight of the outcome.
The Wire’s Wendell Pierce congratulated Harris on her campaign, warning of the impending dangers under a Trump presidency, including a changed Supreme Court. He also criticized Trump’s racist and xenophobic views. Viola Davis praised Harris for her bravery and her unwavering commitment to the American promise. Stephen King shared a chilling message, comparing democracy to a fragile vase – once broken, it can never be fixed.
Duncan Jones, the director of Moon, expressed a mix of emotions, saying he was feeling “very Brexity” and pessimistic about the millions who voted for Trump. Ethel Cain called the situation “bleak,” targeting Trump voters with a scathing message of guilt and regret.
The news has also reached the world of television, with The View’s Whoopi Goldberg refusing to mention Trump’s name, while co-host Sunny Hostin expressed her profound disturbance. British author Philip Pullman bid a sorrowful farewell to America, saying it was nice knowing the country.
As the entertainment industry continues to grapple with the news, it’s clear that many celebrities are reeling from the unexpected turn of events.
