President Biden’s decision to step down from the 2024 presidential campaign has elicited a wave of support from Hollywood. Familiar faces from Biden’s campaign trail resurfaced to show their agreement with the President’s decision and reinforce their support of the Democratic party.
Many were exceedingly vocal about their desire for him to step aside and let a younger candidate take over, including the host of “Pod Save America
After Biden made his announcement, former Obama speechwriter Favreau posted that the act was “courageous and selfless.”
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“The President did what he’s done for the last four years – he listened to the American people and put the country’s interests ahead of his own.”
A courageous and selfless decision. The President did what he’s done for the last four years – he listened to the American people and put the country’s interests ahead of his own. The exact opposite of Donald Trump. https://t.co/mvpjq3EXMM
Actor, singer and director Barbra Streisand called Biden “a man who accomplished significant achievements” and wrote that we should be grateful for his upholding of our democracy.
Joe Biden will go down in history as a man who accomplished significant achievements in his 4 year term. We should be grateful for his upholding of our democracy.
Meanwhile, Cher has a couple of unorthodox ideas for the new ticket. Writing that she was “tortured” by the news, Cher posted, “Because I Don’t believe the Democrats can win the Presidency with ‘Pres Biden’ ‘Joe’ whom I’ve loved since we met in 2008. I campaigned for him I believe it’s time to pass the baton, time for dems to think ‘way’ outside the box. Maybe even a split ticket.”
In my heart im tortured, Because I Don’t believe the Democrats Can win the Presidency With”Pres Biden” “Joe”whom I’ve Loved since we met in 2008.ICampaigned for him I believe ITS TIME 2 PASS THE BATON. TIME 4 DEMS 2 THINK “ WAY” OUTSIDE THE BOX. MAYBE EVEN A SPLIT TICKET
Oscar-winner and Billie Eilish’s brother and song-writing collaborator Finneas posted a photo of his family standing with the President and wrote, “I see a person putting the people before themselves and their pride today, and for that, I have an enormous amount of respect.”
A post shared by FINNEAS (@finneas)
“Star Wars” actor and voice of The Joker Mark Hamill was fast to offer what the American people should do next. “Joe Biden has a record of accomplishments unmatched by any president in our lifetime. He restored honesty, dignity and integrity to the office after 4 years of lies, crime scandal and chaos. Thank you for your service Mr. President. It’s now our duty as patriotic Americans to elect the Democrat who will honor & further your legacy.”
.@JoeBiden has a record of accomplishments unmatched by any president in our lifetime. He restored honesty, dignity & integrity to the office after 4 years of lies, crime, scandal & chaos. Thank you for your service, Mr. President. It's now our duty as patriotic Americans to… https://t.co/wTnYkClVIk
Kathy Griffin, who received copious backlash for many tweets and photo shoots deemed threatening to former President Trump, posted, “Let’s make history!!!! Finally”
Let’s make history!!!! Finally!!!
“Abbott Elementary” actor Sheryl Lee Ralph posted a photo of th -
e duo together to celebrate Biden’s endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris.
President Biden has endorsed Kamala Harris ! pic.twitter.com/3Cn2q9NFJv
Former talk show host, comedian and actor Rosie O’Donnell posted Biden’s full letter on her Instagram account with the comment “thank u joe biden – lets goooooo !!!!!”
A post shared by Rosie O’Donnell (@rosie)
Actor Yvette Nicole Brown reinforced the need to support the Democratic ticket, writing, “Only the name on the top of our ticket has” changed.
Be forewarned, if you pop in here w/anything but “Let’s go! #TeamHarris!” I’m blocking you on sight.The need for us to show up & #VoteBlueUpAndDownTheBallot has not changed. Only the name on the top of our ticket has. Good vibes only. Let’s Go!
Singer Lizzo posted a screenshot of the news with the comment, “We are truly living in unprecedented times.”
A post shared by Lizzo (@lizzobeeating)
“The Bear” and “Borderlands” star Jamie Lee Curtis gives Harris a big thumbs up online writing, “She is trusted and tested and she is a fierce advocate for women’s rights and people of color and her message is one of hope and unity for America at her time of great national divide.”
A post shared by Jamie Lee Curtis (@jamieleecurtis)
Oscar-winner and director Spike Lee posted the same picture of Harris with the words, “Once again a sista comes to da rescue.”
A post shared by Spike Lee (@officialspikelee)
Avenger, actor and activist Mark Ruffalo talks next steps and giving his followers the “marching orders.” “No to Trump/Vance. No to the right-wing Christian religious takeover for our nation. Nothing wrong with Christianity, just shouldn’t be running a nation birthed from freedom of religion.”
Okay everybody, now we have our marching orders and time to hit the trail running. No to Trump/Vance. No to the right-wing Christian religious takeover of our nation. Nothing wrong with Christianity; just shouldn’t be running a nation birthed from freedom of religion.… https://t.co/cqk0fRLWPA
“Veep” star and Emmy-winner Julia Louis-Dreyfus (who played the Vice President turned President Selina Meyer) showed her support for Biden, thanking him for his service.
A post shared by Julia Louis-Dreyfus (@officialjld)
Creator of “Black Lady Sketch Show” and comedian Robin Thede endorsed Harris and made a pitch for Jon Stewart for the Vice President seat on her Instagram.
A post shared by Robin Thede (@robinthede)
“Grey’s Anatomy” and “Scandal” creator Shonda Rhimes thanked the President for his service.
A post shared by Shonda Rhimes (@shondarhimes)
Comedian Billy Eichner posted a photo with him and Biden and pushed for unity among the Democrats. “Now let’s unite because Donald Trump is a psychopath and a danger to our country and the entire world. As a wise man once shouted, LET’S GO LESBIANS, LET’S GO!!!!!!!!”
A post shared by Billy Eichner (@billyeichner)
“Succession” and “Hacks” star J. Smith-Cameron retweeted the a request that the media now turn their attention to Trump’s mental health.
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