The 2024 presidential election sparked a wave of reactions from celebrities across Hollywood, sports, and social media. From endorsements to public statements, here’s how some of the biggest names weighed in after Donald Trump’s victory over Kamala Harris.
Key Celebrity Reactions
- Denzel Washington: Called voters “slaves to information” and said people are being “manipulated on both sides” of the political divide.
- Charles Barkley: Criticized Democrats on his podcast, telling them to “shut the f**k up” after their loss.
- Sylvester Stallone: Praised Trump as a “mythical character” and compared him to George Washington during a post-election event at Mar-a-Lago.
- Rachel Zegler: Apologized after anti-Trump comments led to backlash, including calls for Disney to fire her.
- Dick Van Dyke: At 98 years old, he expressed relief that he wouldn’t be around to see Trump’s second term.
- Hailey Bieber: Reposted a statement calling it “insane” to support a convicted felon over a woman.
- Russell Brand: Celebrated Trump’s win on Instagram with a religious-themed hat, sparking support from other celebrities.
- Caitlyn Jenner: Posted photos with Trump and Elon Musk, calling them saviors of “Western civilization” and vowing to fight “indoctrination” in schools.
- Roseanne Barr: Embraced Trump’s win enthusiastically, even volunteering to serve as his press secretary.
Sharp Criticism from Opponents
- Billie Eilish: Called Trump’s victory “a war on women” during an emotional Instagram post and concert.
- LeBron James: Shared a photo with his daughter, promising to “protect” her rights.
- Mark Hamill: Questioned the state of America, saying, “This is not the America we thought we were living in.”
- Lili Reinhart: Expressed heartbreak for women following the allegations of sexual assault against Trump.
- John Cusack: Described the election as a sign of “deep nihilism” and condemned the results.
- Ariana Grande: Offered support to those feeling “the immeasurable heaviness” of the outcome.
- Cardi B: Spoke out angrily against Trump supporters, saying, “I’m sick of you!”
- Bette Midler: Reacted dramatically, posting and then deleting comments after the results.
Trump’s Supporters Celebrate
- Jake Paul: Called the victory a “massive step in the right direction.”
- Hulk Hogan: Urged Americans to unite after the divisive election.
- Brittany Aldean: Compared Trump’s win to “Christmas morning.”
- Kevin Sorbo: Declared on social media, “Christ is king. Trump is president.”
- Joe Rogan: Shared a video celebrating the election results, exclaiming, “WHOLE. LEE. SHIT.”
- Dana White: Praised Trump during a victory rally and thanked Rogan for his endorsement.
Celebrity Endorsements During the Campaign
For Kamala Harris:
- Pop stars like Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, and Lady Gaga openly backed Harris, alongside actors like Leonardo DiCaprio, Viola Davis, and the Avengers cast.
- Athletes such as LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Magic Johnson joined her campaign efforts.
For Donald Trump:
- Support came from actors Mel Gibson, Roseanne Barr, and Jon Voight, along with musicians like Kid Rock and Jason Aldean.
- Athletes like Hulk Hogan, Mike Tyson, and Nick Bosa also threw their support behind Trump.
What’s Next?
The celebrity divide reflects the broader political polarization in the country. While some stars celebrate Trump’s win, others voice their concerns about its impact on women’s rights, democracy, and societal values. Many are now watching to see if celebrities who vowed to leave the U.S. after a Trump victory—like Cher and Barbra Streisand—will follow through on their promises.