Following Donald Trump's presidential election victory, numerous celebrities take to social media to share their reactions, expressing concern over women's rights and the future of American democracy.
- Nov 7, 2024
AceShowbiz - Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber a.k.a. Hailey Baldwin joined fellow celebrities in sharing their reactions after Donald Trump's presidential election victory. The two BFFs took to their respective Instagram Stories to voice their thoughts after Trump was named the president-elect in the election against Kamala Harris.
Jenner, fresh from celebrating her 29th birthday, re-shared a post from We The Urban about women's rights and resilience. "To Women Everywhere," read the post. "You are the heartbeat of progress. You are seen, valued, and unstoppable. Your strength and prowess are changing the world."
Meanwhile, Hailey Bieber, 27, re-shared a fiery post about the election results, stating, "Supporting a convicted felon over a woman is f**king insane," and added, "That's really all there is to say."
Billie Eilish, another liberal star, reacted to Trump’s victory with a strong statement regarding women’s rights. Her message read, "it's a war on women," addressing the widespread concerns over the future of female reproductive rights following Trump's win.
Ariana Grande conveyed solidarity with those disheartened by the results, posting, "holding the hand of every person who is feeling the immeasurable heaviness of this outcome today." Jamie Lee Curtis uploaded a painting of an eagle clutching the American flag, signifying a return to a potentially restrictive era. She emphasized, "So what does it mean? It means a sure return to a more restrictive, some fear draconian time."
In a slightly optimistic tone, Cara Delevingne shared, "This is not the time to shrink. Nor the time to despair. This is our villain era. Make art. F**k s**t up. Build power."
Various other celebrities, including Kerry Washington and Mandy Moore, encouraged kindness and processing emotions collectively. Washington urged, "Be kind to yourself today. There is more work to do." Moore recognized the emotional toll, saying, "Shout out to all of us processing our grief, disbelief, anger, fear, uncertainty, devestation (sic) while simultaneously carrying on with life and putting on a brave face for our families... I see you. Let's be tender with ourselves and one another."
In light of this election result, iconic figures like Stephen King and Wendell Pierce also highlighted their fears for democracy and potential repercussions on institutions. King wrote, "You can say the same about democracy," while Pierce warned of the "irreparable" damage to institutions.
As Trump declared victory and thanked the American people, he promised to "help our country heal," yet the reactions from Hollywood indicate a nation as divided as ever. These celebrities' voices echo the broader public sentiments and the complex emotions surrounding this significant political event, reflecting an era of both challenge and resilience.