Celebrities' responses to the Donald Trump ruling
Donald Trump has been found guilty in 34 cases, as stated by a jury of 12 individuals. This verdict marks an unprecedented moment in US history, with an ex-president being convicted of a crime for the first time. The trial, which revolves around the concealment of hush money payments to former adult film actress Stormy Daniels, garnered attention from Hollywood stars and other celebrities.
Stormy Daniels' attorney, Clark Brewster, spoke on behalf of his client: "There's great relief that this case is now over. No one is above the law, and the selfless hard work of each individual juror should be respected and appreciated."
Celebrities critical of Trump took to social media to share their thoughts on the verdict. John Cusack, known for his roles in films like "Being John Malkovich" and "High Fidelity," wrote, "No one is above the law - I never believed that even applied to the ruling class. Today is a day I never wanted to see. The bloated and fraudulent criminal is now a convicted felon - in 34 counts."
Steve Martin, who won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor in 2014, posted a pun, "Stormy Trumps Donald!", and later added a more serious statement, "Today would be a good day for members of the Republican Party to seriously consider their commitment to a convicted felon."
William "Billy" Baldwin, known for his roles in "Sliver" and "Flatliners," commented on the verdict with both empathy and a dark prediction, "Guilty in all charges." Baldwin also praised E. Jean Carroll, who won a defamation lawsuit against Trump and was awarded around $83 million in January. "Election manipulation, espionage, and incitement to rebellion are coming."
"Star Wars" icon, Mark Hamill, celebrated the verdict with a straightforward post showing the word "Guilty" written in thick red letters 34 times.
George Takei, known for his role as Lieutenant Hikaru Sulu in the original "Star Trek" series, commented succinctly, "We should start associating him with 34 instead of 45."
Sharon Stone, an actress who previously appeared in shows like "Basic Instruction," shared a cartoon depicting handcuffs being placed on Trump and captions saying, "Hey Donald, New York has something to say." Stone also asked, "Isn't it time that our current president passes a law that prohibits convicted criminals from holding public office in the United States?"
Singer Katy Perry chose to express her excitement about the verdict with the cryptic phrase "LFG," representing "Let's fucking go."
Barbra Streisand, actress, and singer, was more outspoken, ranting, "The convicted criminal Donald Trump is blaming the judge, the jury, and New York for the fact that he was found guilty in 34 counts. He will never take responsibility for his crimes. Americans must not allow this criminal to ever come close to the White House again."
Bette Midler, sharing an opinion similar to that of her colleague Streisand, quoted actor Robert De Niro, saying, "Donald Trump doesn't belong in my city. He's a clown, and somebody like him can't lead this country."
Stephen King, a long-time Trump critic and author of horror classics like "It" and "Pet Sematary," simply noted, "The Republican presidential candidate is a convicted criminal."
Don Winslow, a long-time Trump critic and author of the "Cartel Trilogy," shared a cartoon of Trump forming an "L" with his fingers on his forehead, a symbol often associated with the word "Loser."
These celebrities' reactions range from political statements to dark predictions and celebratory sentiment, revealing a mixture of joy and concern over the outcomes of Donald Trump's criminal case.
Despite the implications of the trial outcome in the sports world, not everyone agrees on its evaluation. Martina Navratilova, an 18-time Grand Slam champion, expressed her views via Instagram: "Think about how guilty you must feel when unanimously found guilty by twelve individuals, despite being the former president." Navratilova highly appreciates the American justice system.
Meanwhile, in Germany, Lilly Beckers, Boris Becker's ex-wife, expressed her emotions through a gloomy photo of Donald Trump in the courtroom, "Wow, just wow - what a landmark day for the USA."
Nonetheless, do all these prominent individuals share the same perspective on the trial's outcome? Definitely not. Even among Trump's supporters, he still holds some. One notable example is Caitlyn Jenner, a longtime supporter of the Republican party. Jenner responded fiercely against the verdict by posting, "The verdict has been reached! Donald Trump is being hunted by the corrupt New York state and the compromised Justice Department." Furthermore, she launched a campaign for Trump's re-election. According to her, it's a critical time to show appreciation for Trump.
Naturally, Tucker Carlson, a former Fox News moderator who has been under fire due to his unchallenged interview with Vladimir Putin, was also disgruntled by the verdict's announcement. Consequently, he embraced wild conspiracy theories. "Bring in the Third World, and you'll turn into the Third World yourself. We just witnessed this. This won't stop Trump; he'll triumph in the election if he's not killed first. But this signifies the demise of the most just legal system in the world. Anyone supporting this verdict endangers you and your loved ones."
Apparently, Carlson is fueling the feud between Trump supporters and detractors. Rob Schneider, a celebrity from the Kardashian clan and a former "Saturday Night Live" star, even makes a brash threat: "Now the Republicans need to retaliate against the Democrats when they regain power." He quickly added, "I beg all Americans to refrain from violence."
Predictably, "Saturday Night Live" couldn't resist poking fun at the verdict against Trump, with some TV shows, such as "The Daily Show" and "The Tonight Show," making light of the situation. To no surprise, Trump doesn't come out looking so good in these instances.
As of now, it's evident that Trump is at fault. However, the specific sentencing, which the court will announce on July 11, remains a mystery. Trump could face fines and a multi-year prison sentence, but these could be suspended. He can appeal the verdict itself and still run for president on November 5, even if the verdict is legally valid.
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Donald Trump's conviction in 34 cases has sparked discussions among various processes in the entertainment industry. Musician Katy Perry, known for hits like "Roar" and "Firework", tweeted about the verdict, "LFG", a commonly used phrase meaning 'Let's go', showing her excitement. In Hollywood, filmmaker Steven Spielberg, who has directed blockbusters like 'Jaws' and 'E.T.', commented, "Justice has taken its course in the United States, and a former president is now held accountable under the law."
Furthermore, the music world also showed support for the ruling, with popular band Red Hot Chili Peppers including a comment on Trump's trial during their performance at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles, saying, "We are proud to stand for truth and justice, and we hope this conviction sends a clear message that no one is above the law, not even former presidents."
