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• Hollywood reacts to Trump's 2024 Presidential victory, with celebrities like Billie Eilish and Cardi B expressing disappointment.
• Stephen King and Ariana Grande voiced concerns for democracy, while Viola Davis thanked Kamala Harris for her efforts.
• Trump's victory raises questions about the impact of his policies on global geopolitics, including the ongoing wars in the Middle East and Eastern Europe.
• The election results sparked a debate about the role of celebrity endorsements in political campaigns, with Bethenny Frankel criticizing Kamala Harris for her celebrity-focused campaign.

The recent triumph of former US President Donald Trump in the 2024 Presidential Elections has sent shockwaves through Hollywood. Trump's return to the Oval Office has been met with strong reactions from several Hollywood celebrities who had rallied behind Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris.

Singer-songwriter Billie Eilish expressed her disappointment on Instagram, stating, "It's a war on women". Rapper Cardi B, who had been vocal about her support for Harris, posted a video of herself watching the election results. In the video, she expressed her frustration, saying, "I hate y'all bad. She also conducted an Instagram Live session where she criticized Trump supporters, saying, I swear to God, I'm gonna f* you up, get away from me".

Hollywood's Concern for Democracy

Author Stephen King expressed his concern for democracy on his X account, formerly Twitter. He posted, There's a sign you can see in many shops that sell beautiful but fragile items: LOVELY TO LOOK AT, DELIGHTFUL TO HOLD, BUT ONCE YOU BREAK IT, THEN IT'S SOLD. You can say the same about democracy". This sentiment was echoed by other celebrities, including Ariana Grande, who is set to star in the film adaptation of 'Wicked' later this month. She wrote, "Holding the hand of every person who is feeling the immeasurable heaviness of this outcome today".

Actress Viola Davis posted a photo of Harris and thanked her for loving America's promise, adding, I am and will forever be proud". A significant portion of Hollywood had campaigned for Kamala Harris, including superstars like Robert Downey Jr. and Taylor Swift. Despite the Democrats managing to hold the forts in California, where Hollywood is based, and New York, Republicans swept the 2024 Presidential elections in several parts of the US.

The Impact of Trump's Policies

Trump's victory and his impending return to office have raised questions about how his policies will impact the US and global geopolitics, especially considering the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas in the Middle East, and the Russia-Ukraine war in Eastern Europe. Trump had previously called back forces from Afghanistan after 20 years of deployment, leading to the establishment of the new order of the terrorist organization, Taliban, in Afghanistan.

The reaction to Trump's victory was not limited to Hollywood. WNBA star Angel Reese expressed her disappointment on Twitter, stating, "As a woman, I'm heartbroken for us all..." Power 105.1's Charlamagne Tha God addressed disheartened listeners, saying, "I know that God is the best author and finisher. I don't know what he's trying to tell us right now, I don't know what story God is writing, but I'm listening."

The election results have also sparked a debate about the role of celebrity endorsements in political campaigns. Bethenny Frankel, former Real Housewives of New York City star, criticized Vice President Kamala Harris for spending too much time "hobnobbing with celebrities" during her campaign. Frankel felt that this tactic did not resonate with the American public.

As the dust settles on the election results, the world waits to see how the second Trump presidency will unfold. The reactions to Trump's victory have been varied, with some celebrities expressing their disappointment and others congratulating the former president on his win. However, the common thread among all reactions is the concern for the future of the country and the impact of Trump's policies on various sectors, including the entertainment industry.