A walking past stops to watch a screen displaying the US Presidential debate between Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump at The Admiral in Washington, DC, on September 10, 2024.
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The entertainment world erupted with support for Vice President Kamala Harris following her highly anticipated debate with Donald Trump on Tuesday night. Just moments after the debate concluded, pop icon Taylor Swift voiced her endorsement for Harris, setting the tone for what would be a night of widespread Hollywood applause.
Among the first to weigh in was Mark Hamill, known to many as Luke Skywalker from Star Wars, chimed in by poking fun at Trumpโs rant.
The actorโs lighthearted comment was followed by praise from Avengers alum Mark Ruffalo, who took a more serious tone. Ruffalo admitted feeling anxious before the debate but was impressed by Harrisโ composure and intelligence.
Scandal star Kerry Washington, who expressed her admiration for Harrisโ performance in the ABC News-hosted debate. Washington, a longtime political advocate, endorsed Harris-Walz by donning a โMadam Presidentโ sweater.
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel also joined the chorus, using Pixar-referenced humor to underscore the emotional rollercoaster many viewers experienced. Kimmelโs remarks teased the contrast between the two debaters, with Harrisโ calm standing in stark contrast to Trumpโs erraticism.
Not all reactions were lighthearted, though. Former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama threw their full support behind Harris.
Michelle Obama made a powerful call to action, urging voters to take to the streets and the phones to ensure Harrisโ victory, saying, โThereโs simply too much at stake.โ
President Joe Biden also applauded Harris, emphasizing her leadership and readiness to guide the country.
The debate may be over, but the overwhelming Hollywood support for Harris suggests that she remains a formidable frontrunner in the race for the White House.
Published – September 11, 2024 12:27 pm IST
