November 7th 2024.
Donald Trump's surprising win on Tuesday caused a stir among Kamala Harris' celebrity supporters. While some took to social media to express their grief and disbelief, others remained silent, perhaps realizing that a significant portion of the American population had rejected their chosen candidate. This also served as a reminder that the power of celebrities to influence culture, politics, and people's choices when it comes to voting is not as strong as previously thought.
One such example is Cardi B, who had previously shown her support for Harris at a rally in Wisconsin. When a fan suggested that she should attend Trump's second inauguration, the Grammy-winning rapper did not hold back, stating, "I swear to god I'm gonna [expletive] you up, get away from me." It was clear that emotions were running high in the aftermath of the election.
LeBron James, on the other hand, expressed his concerns about the potential threats to women's reproductive rights under a second Trump presidency. He shared a photo of himself with his 10-year-old daughter and promised to protect her with everything he has. Similarly, Billie Eilish and Christina Applegate also voiced their concerns about the impact of a Trump presidency on women's and disability rights respectively. Even Ariana Grande, in a more gentle manner, expressed her support for those who were feeling the weight of the election outcome.
While some celebrities were vocal about their support for Harris, others remained quiet. Taylor Swift, who had previously endorsed Harris in September, has yet to address the election results. This caused a stir when Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, threatened to impregnate her after she referred to herself as a "childless cat lady" in her endorsement. Other notable names such as Bad Bunny, Beyonce, Oprah Winfrey, Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez, George Clooney, Bruce Springsteen, Eva Longoria, and Harrison Ford have also not publicly addressed the election outcome.
Harris' campaign had initially attracted many celebrities, making it the "coolest thing in pop culture." This was seen as an opportunity to appeal to younger voters, especially young women who were excited about the prospect of electing the first female president. However, in the aftermath of Harris' defeat, experts and writers have questioned the role of celebrity endorsements in presidential politics. Some believe that being a celebrity oneself can be beneficial, while others argue that it is more advantageous to have celebrity associations.
Margaretha Bentley, a professor at Arizona State University, spoke about the conflicting ideas surrounding the role of celebrity endorsements. While they may increase civic engagement and voter registrations, their direct impact on voting decisions has yet to be proven. It seems that the role of celebrities in politics is still up for debate.
The shocking news of Donald Trump's victory on Tuesday had quite an impact on the celebrity supporters of Kamala Harris. Some of them took to social media to express their disappointment and disbelief, while others chose to remain silent. It was a harsh realization for these stars that their chosen candidate had not only been rejected by 72 million Americans, but also that their belief in the power of celebrities to influence culture, politics, and people's choices had been challenged.
Cardi B, who had previously campaigned for Harris in Wisconsin, fiercely shut down a fan who suggested she should attend Trump's second inauguration. The Grammy-winning rapper responded with a threat, clearly indicating her strong loyalty towards Harris.
Meanwhile, LeBron James used his platform to express his concerns about the potential threats to women's reproductive rights under a second Trump presidency. He shared a photo of himself with his 10-year-old daughter, promising to protect her with everything he has. Fellow musician Billie Eilish echoed his sentiments, stating that this was a war on women. Christina Applegate took a more direct approach, urging those who voted against female and disability rights to unfollow her. Ariana Grande, on the other hand, offered support to those who were feeling the weight of the election's outcome.
Surprisingly, some of the biggest names in entertainment and sports have remained silent, despite having millions of followers on social media. This includes Taylor Swift, who had previously received a controversial response from Elon Musk after she endorsed Harris. Other notable stars who have chosen to stay quiet include Bad Bunny, Beyonce, Oprah Winfrey, Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez, George Clooney, Bruce Springsteen, Eva Longoria, and Harrison Ford.
Harris' campaign had attracted a lot of attention from celebrities ever since she became the Democratic nominee. It was seen as the "coolest thing in pop culture," as she went up against another celebrity in the form of former President Trump. The hope was that these endorsements from famous names, particularly those with a strong Gen-Z following, would help Harris appeal to a younger demographic, especially women who were excited about the possibility of having the first female president.
However, in the aftermath of her defeat, experts and writers have reflected on the role of celebrity in presidential politics. There are conflicting opinions on whether it is beneficial for candidates to be celebrities themselves or to have the support of famous figures. Margaretha Bentley, a professor at Arizona State University, stated that while celebrity endorsements can increase civic engagement, it has not been proven to have a direct impact on voters' decisions.
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