Got this idea while arguing with my MAGA-hat-wearing uncle last Thanksgiving. Dude kept shouting about “silent majority” celebrities. So today I decided to actually check which stars openly ride with Trump. Started with Steve Harvey cause hey – he’s everywhere.
Jumping into the research mess
Grabbed my laptop around 10 AM, coffee already cold. Searched “Steve Harvey Trump support”. Whoa – tons of clips popped up. Remembered that 2016 interview where Steve straight-up said he’d “work with” Trump if asked. Scrolled through TMZ, Fox News clips – dude ain’t shy about praising Trump’s “business mindset”.
Then I dug deeper. Found that 2023 radio rant where Steve defended Trump against “haters”. Scribbled notes: “Not just neutral – actively pro-Trump”. Surprised me, honestly. Thought he was smarter than this.
Who else crawled out this hole?
Time to expand the list. Made a mental checklist:
- Kid Rock – obvious. Guy’s basically Trump merch walking
- Scott Baio – shouted “freedom!” at rallies like it’s 1776
- Jon Voight – writes love letters to Trump on Twitter
- Kelsey Grammer – snuck in support during boring interviews
Started cross-checking dates on Google. Realized half these actors waited until after Trump won to crawl out the woodwork. Classic bandwagon move. Made a messy spreadsheet like a nerd – split between “OG supporters” and “late-stage joiners”.
Connecting the dots
Around 2 PM I noticed patterns. Most celeb supporters fit three boxes:
- Older white dudes nostalgic for “old America”
- Reality stars who got famous off Trump’s TV era
- Rich folks who only care about tax cuts
Steve Harvey? Total outlier. Black guy built on family-friendly image. Still rode with Trump harder than some Republicans. Spent 20 minutes rewatching his “I judge people by their heart” speech defending Trump. Felt dirty afterward.
Punched out comparisons on my phone notes: “Harvey = unusual case: praises business traits, ignores racism claims. Most others preach patriotism/anti-liberal stuff.”
Wrap-up thoughts
By 4 PM my head hurt. Realized Hollywood conservatives ain’t rare – they’re just quieter since awards shows hate ’em. Harvey’s stance? Feels transactional. Like he’d hug any president who promises him influence. Whatever. Closed all 37 browser tabs. Texted my uncle: “You win some points.” Still not voting Trump though.