Hollywood stars support Kamala Harris’ candidacy
U.S. President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the upcoming 2024 presidential election. The decision has sparked a flurry of reactions from Hollywood’s prominent figures, with opinions ranging from disappointment to support for other candidates.
Some Hollywood stars expressed sadness over Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race, while others supported U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris’ candidacy.
American composer, singer, actress, and director Barbra Streisand thanked Biden and said on X: “Joe Biden will go down in history as a man who accomplished significant achievements in his 4 year term,”
Finneas O’Connell, Oscar-winning singer Billie Eilish’s brother and a songwriter, shared a photo of his family with Biden on his Instagram account.
O’Connell said Biden had put his pride aside, expressing respect for him for that.
Star Wars actor Mark Hamill thanked Biden and said on X:
Joe Biden has a record of accomplishments unmatched by any president in our lifetime.
Mark Hamill
Shonda Rhimes, producer, screenwriter and the director of the TV series “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Scandal”, thanked Biden for his services.
American singer and actress Cher expressed her sadness over Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race in a post on her X account.
Support for Harris
Meanwhile, many Hollywood celebrities expressed their support for Vice President Kamala Harris’ candidacy.
Actress Kathy Griffin expressed her support for Harris on X, saying:
Let’s make history! Finally!
Kathy Griffin
Oscar-winning director Spike Lee shared a photo of Harris, noting:
Once again a sista comes to da rescue.
Spike Lee
Actress Jamie Lee Curtis also shared a photo of Harris, giving a message of support.
An Abbott Elementary series actress, Sheryl Lee Ralph also shared a photo of herself with Harris on her social media account.