Hollywood’s relationship with politics often paints a picture of uniformity, particularly when it comes to support for figures like Vice President Kamala Harris. However, that narrative took an unexpected turn when actor Zachary Levi, best known for his roles in “Shazam!” and “Tangled,” publicly endorsed former President Donald Trump during a rally in Dearborn, Michigan.
The event, part of the “Reclaim America” tour, saw Levi stand alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, signaling a noticeable expansion of the MAGA coalition into previously unexpected circles, including Hollywood's elite.
Levi’s endorsement, which quickly went viral on X (formerly Twitter), caught the attention of many. “I stand with Bobby and I stand with everyone else who is standing with President Trump,” Levi declared. In his remarks, he reflected on his upbringing, noting how his parents transitioned from Kennedy Democrats to Reagan Republicans. This shift, he explained, instilled in him a "healthy level of distrust for the government and industry that runs amok."
Shazam! star Zachary Levi has endorsed Trump for President. I told y’all, more and more of the stars who’ve secretly supported him will come out and do so in public in this election. They understand that too much is at stake now. pic.twitter.com/wOVUE9klAG
— Robby Starbuck (@robbystarbuck) September 29, 2024
Levi’s support for Trump wasn’t simply about political alignment but about the broader principles he felt the former president embodied. “We live in a country that has been hijacked by a lot of people who want to take this place way off the cliff,” he continued. His comments underscored the growing sentiment among certain political figures and celebrities that America’s future hangs in the balance, and Trump, alongside allies like RFK Jr., represents the best chance at realigning the country with those values.
Levi’s endorsement comes as a surprise to many, but he is far from alone in Hollywood. Others, such as Drea de Matteo of The Sopranos and veteran actor Jon Voight, have also voiced their strong support for Trump.
Voight, in particular, has been a steadfast supporter of Trump, often comparing him to Abraham Lincoln and calling him the “most successful U.S. president since Lincoln.” Voight’s stance is especially notable given his daughter Angelina Jolie’s more progressive views, particularly her recent comments on Israel, which Voight criticized as “misguided.”
The fact that Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who initially polled as high as 15% in some regions before withdrawing from the presidential race, joined forces with Trump speaks volumes about the shifting political landscape.
RFK’s rallying cry against COVID-19 vaccinations and lockdowns became a cornerstone of the “Make America Healthy Again” movement, which seamlessly blended with Trump’s MAGA universe. Levi, Gabbard, and others who span the political spectrum demonstrate that Trump’s appeal is no longer confined to traditional Republican voters.