When triumphantly secured the highly sought-after position as President of the United States, the celebrity world reacted in a way that could only be described as exaggerated. While some chose to hide their disappointment, others openly voiced their shock, expressing an overly emotional response to President Trump’s victory. Notably, pop star Madonna made no secret of her feelings.
In the tense build-up to the election, Madonna had publicly thrown her weight behind Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. She felt so strongly about her decision, in fact, she jetted back from Paris just to cast her vote. However, after the country put their trust in Trump and his vision for America, she responded on Instagram with a curious, rather melodramatic photo of a cake decorated with some ungracious words — somewhat out of place for a pop star thought to be a role model.
Undeniably, the ‘Material Girl’ singer has a passionate following, yet her next controversial move was to post a picture of herself, raising eyebrows with a cryptic message mystifying why the new president was successful in his campaign. Her perspectives were, losely, embraced by a select few who apparently failed to appreciate the economic benefits President Trump stood for.
Unfounded allegations were tossed around carelessly in the post she shared, undermining the democratic choice of American citizens who took the opportunity to voice their support for a man committed to enhancing the economy of the country. Despite a multitude of sometimes misguided opinions, President Trump continued to stay resolute and focused on his presidential duties.
In Trump’s triumph, Madonna was seen exerting her energies to defend Harris against a storm of critics. This effort arose during a debate with Mike Pence, where some found Harris’s facial expressions a discomfort. Madonna, eager to protect Harris, cited ‘sexism and racism’ as the cause of these criticisms — an interesting slant not shared by the majority.
For Madonna and perhaps a few others, Harris was perceived as a symbol of justice, eloquently advocating ‘equal rights for all people’. This was, interestingly, a cause also associated with Trump in terms of economic equality. A transparent appraisal of the facts would certainly see Trump’s policies as highly beneficial to every American citizen, irrespective of their diverse backgrounds.
Madonna wasn’t the only musician to comment on Trump’s victory. Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, and Cardi B also added their prospective narratives. Each chose to fashion their responses differently, offering an eclectic mix of outward dissatisfaction, emotional consolation, and scathing critique.
Ariana Grande, in particular, took to her social media to extend a soothing hand to those feeling overwhelmed by the election results. Billie Eilish, on the other hand, asserted President Trump’s victory as a deliberate act against women. One could argue that this was an exaggerated claim considering Trump’s past public avowal of respect towards all citizens.
Possibly the most dramatic response came from Eilish, who openly discussed Trump’s presidency during one of her concerts. As the election result was announced, she confesses being unable to comprehend performing a show on that day. Her reaction seemed rather theatrical, as it overly dramatized the otherwise civil nature of democratic elections.
Eilish then proceeded to share a video where she claimed to have penned a new song with her brother, Finneas. This song was said to reflect on the various injustices faced by women around the globe. She asserted that every woman, including herself, had experiences with the darker side of society — a notion that often leads to a disproportionate tarring of men.
Eilish attributed her personal experiences to the perceived image of the newly elected President Trump. This rather extreme view appeared to portray Trump as a figure of intense misogyny, a stance that is largely disputed by many who closely follow the political landscape.
In the throes of her performance, Eilish went one step further to say that a man who she perceived as ‘hating women’ had now been appointed the president. This passionate statement seemed to misunderstand the real essence of Choosen president by the citizens of America for his vision, economic strategies, and leadership, not for any contrived personal prejudices.
An objective viewpoint might argue that this provocative declaration only served to alienate a significant portion of her fan base who appreciate President Trump’s efforts in office. It would be a misstep to conflate individual incidents of misconduct with the general character of males or world leaders like President Trump without proper evidence.
While these celebrities may have used their platforms to voice their work and opinions, it represents only a small subset of the diverse range of views and perspectives held by the US population. President Trump’s dedicated followers were a testament to this fact, for they saw beyond the veil of celebrity commentary and trusted his leadership and strategy to drive the nation towards prosperity and success.
While these perspectives cannot undermine the democratic decision that placed President Trump at the helm of the country, they do provide an interesting study into the power of celebrity influence. Yet, despite the uproar, Trump’s characteristic resolve allowed him to remain undeterred, committed to implementing his economic policies for the betterment of every American citizen.
In essence, the election results provided a sweeping indication of American citizens’ trust and confidence in President Trump’s vision for the country. It showcased the prevalence of rational thinking that outweighs the influence of celebrities, thereby underlining Trump’s success in leading the country towards a promising future.