Celebrities React to Donald Trump’s Re-election with Outrage and Frustration
Donald Trump’s re-election as the 46th President of the United States has sparked strong reactions from a wide range of celebrities, many of whom have voiced their anger and disappointment on social media. The shock result came after Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, who was heavily supported by Hollywood figures, was defeated by Trump. His victory has left many questioning the future of the nation and its political direction.
Trump’s re-election was particularly surprising in the entertainment industry, where high-profile celebrities like Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, Bruce Springsteen, and Julia Roberts publicly supported Harris and campaigned for change. With the election outcome, however, many of these stars are now expressing their dismay. Director Adam McKay, known for his film *Don’t Look Up*, shared his frustration on social media, criticizing the Democratic Party’s handling of the campaign and suggesting it failed to address critical issues, which may have contributed to the loss.
Rapper Cardi B, who had actively supported Harris, shared a video on Instagram expressing her anger. In the video, she declared her strong feelings toward the election result, saying, “I hate y’all bad,” and later added, “I’m sick of you! Burn your fucking hats, motherfucker. I’m really sad.” Cardi’s emotional outburst reflected the widespread disappointment among her followers in the wake of the results.
Oscar-winning actress Jamie Lee Curtis also voiced her concern on Instagram, stating that Trump’s re-election would bring a more restrictive era and would instill fear in minority groups. She urged Americans to continue fighting for women’s rights, and children’s futures, and against what she described as “tyranny.” Similarly, actor John Cusack called the result “a sign of deep nihilism” and expressed his disgust at the idea of a convicted felon being re-elected.
Christina Applegate, star of *Dead to Me*, shared a deeply personal post about her concerns for women’s rights. She revealed that her child was “sobbing” over the potential loss of rights, and also urged people to unfollow her if they disagreed. Billie Eilish, in a similar tone, called the result “a war on women.” Both stars reflected the widespread fear among women that their rights could be at risk under Trump’s leadership.
Ariana Grande also took to Instagram, expressing solidarity with those devastated by the outcome. “I’m holding the hand of every person who is feeling the immeasurable heaviness of this outcome today,” she wrote. This sentiment of support and compassion was echoed by many others, who used their platforms to comfort those struggling with the news.
Wendell Pierce, the actor known for his role in *The Wire*, congratulated Kamala Harris on her campaign but warned of the long-term consequences of Trump’s re-election. He highlighted concerns about changes to the Supreme Court, which will now lean more conservative for generations to come. He also criticized Trump for his racist, misogynistic, and xenophobic policies.
Other notable voices in the entertainment world, such as author Stephen King and director Duncan Jones, expressed their disillusionment with the election result. King compared democracy to fragile items that, once broken, cannot be fixed, while Jones admitted to feeling pessimistic about the future, reflecting on the millions who voted for Trump.
Ethel Cain, a singer, shared her frustration with Trump voters, writing that she hoped they would one day feel the weight of their actions. She described the situation as “bleak” and wished that those who supported Trump would eventually experience the consequences of their decisions.
Whoopi Goldberg and Sunny Hostin, co-hosts of *The View*, also expressed their profound disappointment. Goldberg, who has been outspoken about her dislike of Trump, said she would continue to refuse to say his name, while Hostin shared that she was “profoundly disturbed” by the outcome.
Finally, British author Philip Pullman summed up the feelings of many when he tweeted: “Goodbye, America. It was nice knowing you.” This comment reflected the sorrow and disbelief that many of the celebrities and public figures felt in the aftermath of the election.
