by: Bee Delores
Last Updated: November 12, 2024
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Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election has sparked passionate reactions across the entertainment world.
As Trump claimed the win, celebrities on both sides of the political spectrum took to social media to express their views, highlighting a deeply divided country. The election has intensified emotions in Hollywood and beyond, from joyous celebrations among his supporters to solemn reflections and concerns from his critics.
The country music community, in particular, has displayed a prominent split, with several well-known stars vocalizing either their enthusiasm or disappointment over the election outcome.
Many celebrated the result as a victory for conservative values, while others feared it would set back progress in equality and social justice.
Below, we explore how these artists and other celebrities have reacted to Trump’s win.
The country music industry has long been seen as a conservative-leaning space, but Trump’s victory has emphasized the stark differences among country artists’ views.
Below are the reactions of country artists, both those who supported Trump’s win and those who expressed dismay.
Jason Aldean , one of the biggest country music stars and a long-time Trump supporter, took to social media to share his feelings about Trump’s win.
In previous times, Aldean had described a sense of “vindication” after years of feeling pushed to the margins of the music industry because of his political stance. For Aldean, Trump’s victory represented a personal win and a larger triumph for those who felt their voices were often disregarded.
His wife, Brittany Aldean, was equally enthusiastic, sharing a photo that compared her post-election joy to the excitement of Christmas morning. Known for her conservative views, Brittany’s reaction reflected the couple’s strong support for Trump’s leadership.
Other country music stars also shared celebratory posts about Trump’s victory.
John Rich, one-half of the country duo Big & Rich and a vocal Trump advocate was one of the first to respond to the win, posting multiple messages of joy as the results came in.
Lee Greenwood, best known for his patriotic anthem “God Bless the USA,” expressed his gratitude that Trump would continue using his song at rallies and welcomed Trump’s return to the presidency.
Travis Tritt joined in the celebration, posting on X (formerly Twitter) about popping open a bottle of champagne to mark “an amazing night for America.”
Similarly, country star Brian Kelley, previously one-half of Florida Georgia Line, posted “We’re so back, baby, now let’s keep it great” along with a video of himself wearing a giant red MAGA hat.
Newcomer Elvie Shane added his support, posting a photo of himself in a red hat that read “Can’t Please ‘Em All,” signaling his approval of Trump’s re-election.
Tim Dugger, another country artist, celebrated with a lighthearted message on X: “I gave my dog an extra scoop of food just so even he knows today is different.”
David Adam Byrnes, a Texas-based musician, shared his joy with a simple post: “God Bless America! We the people have spoken and it’s time to make America first and take our Country back.”
For these artists, Trump’s win was a moment of hope and an opportunity to see their values reflected in the nation’s leadership.
On the other side, some country artists and musicians vocalized disappointment over Trump’s win, highlighting concerns for social equality and progressive values.
Willie Nelson, Taylor Swift, Maren Morris, and Sheryl Crow , all known for their support of liberal causes, chose not to congratulate Trump, signaling disapproval through their silence.
Maren Morris, in particular, has often spoken out against Trump’s policies, and many fans noted her quiet response as a subtle criticism of the election outcome.
Jarrod Dickenson was more direct in his criticism, calling Trump’s previous term an “assault on this country” and indicating his disappointment with the re-election .
The duo Sugarland, consisting of Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush, showed their support for Kamala Harris on the eve of the election by performing at a rally, signaling their alignment with Harris’ platform and a desire for change.
Yola, an Americana singer, expressed her frustration by posting the hashtag “#YallDontHateWhiteSupremacyEnoughForMe,” sharing her concerns about the implications of Trump’s return to the White House.
Kacey Musgraves encouraged her followers to stay positive, posting on X, “Gotta keep moving forward…focus on what you can control. Inject as much positivity as you can into your daily life…”.
Meanwhile, Rhiannon Giddens shared her disappointment, emphasizing the importance of leaning on art and beauty in challenging times.
Outside the country music world, celebrities from various entertainment industries shared equally passionate responses, with some celebrating Trump’s victory and others voicing grave concerns.
Among Trump’s supporters, several high-profile figures expressed hope and excitement for the future.
Youtuber and boxer Jake Paul , who openly supported Trump ahead of the election, shared a message saying, “a massive step in the right direction to heal the major issues going on in the world currently. America is saved.”
Similarly, UFC president Dana White, who endorsed Trump at the Republican National Convention, attended Trump’s victory rally , where he thanked Joe Rogan, who had also endorsed Trump the day before the election, for his support.
Trump supporter Hulk Hogan shared a post-election message of unity, stating, “This election season showed just how much we all care about where this country’s headed.”
Kevin Sorbo, another outspoken Trump supporter, simply tweeted, “Christ is king. Trump is president. Goodnight,” showing his approval of the win.
On the other hand, many Hollywood figures voiced their discontent with Trump’s victory.
Billie Eilish , who supported Kamala Harris , took to Instagram to call Trump’s win “a war on women.” At a concert in Nashville, she described the news as “someone who hates women so, so deeply is about to be the president.”
LeBron James, who backed Harris, shared a photo of himself with his daughter and a promise to “protect you.” John Cusack posted, “The fact that the country would choose to destroy itself by voting in a convicted felon rapist and Nazi is a sign of deep nihilism. To put it mildly.”
Actor Kevin McHale expressed similar concerns, stating, “Supreme Court gone for the rest of my lifetime. Ultra-conservative evangelical bigotry, xenophobia, racism is the mandate.”
Milestone | Major Achievements in the First Term |
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Announced Candidacy | June 16, 2015 |
Won Republican Nomination | July 2016 |
First Elected as 45th President | November 8, 2016 |
Major Achievements in First Term | Tax cuts, energy independence, NAFTA replacement, military investment, Space Force, peace agreements, criminal justice reform |
COVID-19 Response | Launched Operation Warp Speed |
Legal Issues | Found liable for sexual abuse of writer E. Jean Carroll in 2023 |
Re-elected as President | November 2024 |
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