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John Catsimatidis hosted a premiere party for the film 'Marty Supreme' in Manhattan, which turned into a political event featuring New York Governor Kathy Hochul and her Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman, highlighting the intersection of entertainment and politics in the state.
A recent YouGov poll shows that late-night host Jimmy Kimmel is more popular than Donald Trump, with Kimmel having a higher favorability rating (+3) compared to Trump's -13, amid Kimmel's return to TV after a suspension and ongoing political commentary.
Jimmy Kimmel returned to his show after a suspension, condemning Trump's attacks on free speech and criticizing political pressure on media. He emphasized the importance of free expression, thanked supporters, and addressed recent controversies involving his show and political figures, while also making light-hearted jokes about the situation.
Donald Trump publicly criticized Jimmy Kimmel's return to ABC, threatening to take legal action against the network over alleged campaign finance violations and expressing disdain for Kimmel's ratings and political stance. Despite Trump's threats, ABC announced Kimmel's show would return to the schedule, amid broader tensions involving FCC regulations and political pressures on media outlets.
Jon Stewart addressed the return of Jimmy Kimmel's show and issued a warning about Donald Trump's authoritarian tendencies, urging supporters to defend the constitutional republic against Trump's power grabs.
Stephen A. Smith criticized Jimmy Kimmel for his controversial remarks about President Donald Trump's reaction to Charlie Kirk's death, which sparked outrage and led to Kimmel's show being canceled. Fans are divided over the comments, with some defending the truth and others questioning the humor and appropriateness of the remarks.
California Governor Gavin Newsom mocked Kid Rock on social media with AI-generated images and captions, prompting Kid Rock to respond with a dismissive comment, amid ongoing political and social media exchanges involving other figures like Trump and Tucker Carlson.
Margaret Cho criticized Dean Cain for supporting ICE and its policies, highlighting his Japanese heritage and contrasting it with his support for immigration enforcement, while Cain defended his stance as a law enforcement officer and supporter of Trump policies.
Reality TV star Savannah Chrisley, known from "Chrisley Knows Best," spoke at the Republican National Convention, advocating for criminal justice reform and supporting Donald Trump. She criticized the current justice system and highlighted her parents' legal troubles, who are serving prison sentences for tax evasion and fraud. Chrisley has been vocal in political circles, including appearances at CPAC and various news shows.
Reality TV star Savannah Chrisley is set to speak at the 2024 Republican National Convention, likely addressing her parents' incarceration for bank fraud and tax evasion. She has been vocal about the hardships her family faces and plans to discuss issues within the U.S. Department of Justice.
Stephen Colbert opened The Late Show with a somber message about the attempted assassination of Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania rally, expressing his horror and grief for America. He highlighted the ongoing issue of political violence, referencing past incidents and calling for a change in how Americans treat each other. Colbert quoted Isaac Asimov and emphasized the importance of resolving differences through ballots, not bullets.
Actress Poonam Kaur praised YSRCP MP Vijay Sai Reddy for supporting endowment officer Kalingiri Shanthi amidst a controversy involving her husband's complaint. Kaur criticized media channels for their alleged malicious campaigns and urged Shanthi to stay strong against media pressures.
During a concert in Boston, 50 Cent displayed an edited version of his "Get Rich or Die Tryin'" album cover featuring Donald Trump's face, following an assassination attempt on the former president. The rapper performed "Many Men," a song about surviving a near-death experience, as a nod to the incident. Trump was grazed by a bullet at a rally in Pennsylvania, where a gunman was killed by Secret Service snipers. Trump later thanked law enforcement and expressed condolences to the victims' families.
Kid Rock expressed his outrage on social media over the assassination attempt on Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where Trump was struck in the ear and an audience member was killed. The shooter was immediately killed by the Secret Service. Kid Rock, a staunch Trump supporter, shared a passionate video and a GoFundMe link for the victims, which raised nearly $900,000. Other musical artists also reacted to the incident.
Rapper 50 Cent visited Capitol Hill and posed for a photo with controversial Rep. Lauren Boebert, sparking online reactions referencing her past behavior at a theater. 50 Cent, who was advocating for Black entrepreneurship, later addressed the comments humorously on social media. He also met with various politicians from both parties during his visit.